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The requirements surrounding meat consumption are blurred by today’s ever-expanding diet culture. The most popular fad diets have opposing views of the role of meat in our diet. Diets such…
Surely you’ve come across fish oil supplements. Are you taking them? If so, do you know why you’re taking them? Like most supplementations, individuals tend to self-prescribe using Dr. Google,…
Nobody enjoys feeling nauseated and bloated, but for professional athletes, this problem can seriously impact their ability to perform at their best. Despite how healthy their diet is or how…
As an athlete, meeting your daily energy requirements plays a huge role in helping you perform at your best. While many athlete’s might have a general idea of what feels…
Many of us do not realise that ‘night owl’ lifestyles, shift work and exposure to artificial light are highly unnatural and can be detrimental to our health. The simple message…
What is it? Mainly grown in Asia, this yellow spice is related to the ginger family and can be found in all sorts of meals, drinks and even cosmetics. Curcumin…
We all know soft drinks aren’t great for us, but how bad are they really? It may not be as sweet of a deal as you first thought. What is…
We’ve been saying it forever but now it’s been backed up with research. A team from the University of Glasgow has conducted a new study that found 90% of leading…
Healthy eating may seem overwhelming for some people, but thankfully choosing to improve your eating habits can been made easier by following ‘The Balanced Plate Model’, which is a visual…
These days it’s commonplace for a protein shake to be consumed at least once or twice a day most days of the week, because God forbid we might not get…
It’s often touted that “you are what you eat”, and in the essence of starting from the inside out, what you put on your plate can be just as important…
If you struggle with an uneasy stomach and you’ve been looking for answers, chances are you’ve heard of the low FODMAP diet, but what is it exactly? The diet was…
‘28-day detox’, ‘2-day juice cleanse’, ‘lose up to 10kg in time for summer’. I am sure you’ve heard these before and you might have even tried what they’re trying to…
The holidays are a wonderful time, a glorious combination of family, friends and, of course – food, but sadly, they seem to be over just as they’re getting started. In…
Bariatric surgery is the most effective way to lose excess weight and keep it off in the long term that we have available at this stage. Because of this, some people…
Training and nutrition underpin athletic performance, however dietary supplements may play a smaller, but important role. Supplements are very popular in the sporting world; from sports foods that provide additional…
All food contains nutrients. We know that certain nutrients can either improve our health or increase our risk of developing chronic disease. For decades the focus of nutrition has been…
A lack of willpower is often blamed for a failing diet, but sometimes people might feel like they’re really trying their best but just not seeing any results, this can…
When it comes to our hearts, the simplest way to keep them healthy is by following a healthy lifestyle. This involves achieving and maintaining a healthy weight, being physically active,…
Have you fallen victim to protein hype? Unfortunately, many avid gym-goers are wasting their money when it comes to protein supplements. It’s no secret that sports nutrition and fitness is…
While there are methods to control and monitor diabetes, there is still no cure available. According to Diabetes Australia “Diabetes is the epidemic of the 21st century and the biggest…
Do you feel like you’re doing absolutely everything possible to lose weight, but the scales aren’t budging? You might be destroying yourself in the gym several times a week while…
To celebrate Men’s Health Week this June, from the 11th to the 17th, let’s explore some common health issues affecting the blokes out there, many of which aren’t spoken about…
Have you ever wondered whether the workout supplements you take are really worth the money you spend on them? Watch our video from Accredited Sports Dietitian Tyson Tripcony for the…
Nothing ruins progress like an injury and whether it’s a tweak or a tear, your first priority will be recovery. To reduce longer-term inflammation, after the acute inflammatory stage, there…
Sports drinks are a point of contention; they’re popular among elite athletes but are they necessary for the average gym goer? Sports drinks are a great example of how important…
The sweat you break at the gym says a lot about you. No, it’s not just whether or not you’re a hard worker: your sweat can offer up information on…
“Superfoods” are generally foods that have particularly high nutrient density and some are certainly more regarded than others, however with demand comes supply, and often at higher prices. For instance,…
Are those pre, intra, post workout supplements really worth that money? Pre-Workout Supplements Pre-workout supplements are often unnecessary, and some can be dangerous. Before you go attacking a supplement,…