Gut health challenges such as constipation, diarrhoea and irritable bowel syndrome seem to be on the increase, due largely to the fast-paced modern lifestyles we live. Increased stress, and an unhealthy lifestyle and eating habits can worsen these symptoms. Thankfully, increasing your dietary fibre intake can make a difference.... Read more
Make detoxing a way of life Modern farming and food preservation and preparation techniques mean we’re exposed to pesticides, chemicals, heavy metals and an array of other substances on a daily basis. When attempting to “cleanse” the body of these substances, it’s a good idea to embark on a... Read more
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Put a healthier spin on one of life’s more sinful yet utterly decadent snacks – the doughnut. These protein-packed delights will satisfy your sweet tooth while also helping to boost recovery and muscle repair. Recipe Serving size 1 doughnut Doughnut ingredients 23g Optimum Nutrition Hydrowhey, Vanilla 22g Optimum Nutrition... Read more
Most of our body transformation efforts are disproportionately focused on changing our outward appearance. This means we try to reduce the body fat stored under our skin (subcutaneous fat) and increase our lean muscle mass. That combination delivers the sought-after toned physiques to which we aspire. The truth lies... Read more
If you’re not assessing, then you’re just guessing. That’s why every fitness journey should start with benchmarking your current fitness. Performing a fitness test is important because it indicates your current fitness level and strength to accurately plan your training. it also enables you to track and measure your... Read more
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Intermittent fasting is a dietary approach that continues to grow in popularity for its effectiveness in weight loss and health improvement. A growing body of scientific evidence suggests that intermittent fasting can reduce a person’s risk of chronic lifestyle diseases such as insulin resistance, diabetes and cardiovascular disease, and... Read more
We all choose to exercise for different reasons. While most of us hit the gym for a better body, others exercise for improved sporting performance. Then there are those who work up a sweat for the numerous health benefits that physical activity impacts. Whatever your reason for staying active,... Read more
Modern medicine is highly reactive as we tend to only see our doctor once we’re sick. Well, why not turn the tables on ill-health by being more proactive? Your body constantly gives us warning signs of waning health, long before we get seriously ill. You just need to know... Read more
The world of nutrition and supplementation is an ever-evolving environment with new research emerging every day. A lot of focus recently has been on the ketogenic diet and the benefits of high-fat, low-carb eating with moderate protein. If you’re considering this approach, it is important to obtain the correct... Read more
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