Managing IBS with the low-FODMAP diet and probiotics
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common gastrointestinal complaints. With no one single identified trigger or treatment, IBS can be a minefield for a person to try and get on top of. ...
30 Mai 20228min
Will magnesium help you sleep better?
Magnesium is a key mineral that is essential for muscle contractions and nerve transmission while also keeping your heart beating steadily and your immune system strong. Of the many health conditions ...
16 Mai 20229min
Caffeine and resistance exercise: how much do you need?
Caffeine is a popular go-to supplement for many athletes. And for good reason. Not only is it the key component of one of the world’s most widely used legal drugs – I’m talking about coffee here peopl...
2 Mai 202210min
Go nuts for nuts: why they’re great for your heart and weight
Eating nuts as part of a healthy diet is good for your heart. They’re also a super nutritious snack for any time of the day. But, what about all that fat? Be fearful not of fat as not only is the type...
18 Apr 20226min
Nutrient wins and losses on a plant-based diet
Plant-based eating is on-trend and has been for some time. Fuelled by health, environmental and ethical personal choices, we are seeing more people than ever adopt this way of eating. But there is no ...
4 Apr 202212min
Focussing on eating healthier is better than trying to eat less
With no end of diets to choose from, it is clear they collectively make little long-term impact on body weight with most people regaining any weight lost within months. So, rather than putting the foc...
21 Mar 20226min
Want a healthy heart? Eat more of these flavonoid foods
Heard about flavonoids? They are just one group from a long list of beneficial natural polyphenol chemicals you’ll find in plant foods. While the chemistry and naming structure can be daunting, there ...
7 Mar 20228min
Nut allergies: causes, consequences and emerging treatments
Nut allergies are one of the most common types of food allergy seen in children and adults. Caused when the body’s immune system overreacts to proteins found in nuts or peanuts, it can lead to a range...
21 Feb 202212min
