Well-being

The benefits of menopause exercise & weight training

Menopause exercise & weight training Why women will benefit from menopause training Almost every women will go through the menopause at some point in their lives and whilst each experience will be different, it is often an anxious and uncomfortable time. This is perhaps exacerbated by the lack of information provided to women, leading

Is eating carbs late at night bad for fat loss?

Is eating carbs late at night bad for fat loss? If you’ve ever tried to lose weight by making changes to your diet or by following a fad diet, the chances are you’ve heard that you should avoid eating carbs after 6pm as they will be stored as body fat. Whilst this has been

How to eat a more eco-friendly diet…

How to eat a more eco-friendly diet… We all need to do our bit when it comes to the climate crisis and improving our food choices is one small step we can take to make a difference. Here are 5 simple tips to eat more sustainably… 1. Eat more plants and greens: Plant-based foods

How to track, and stay on track, with your new year resolutions…

New Year, New You? How to track, and stay on track, with your new year resolutions… When it comes to training, seeing physical changes in your body is the greatest motivator to keep going; however, we can often be our own worst critic, so here are some tips for monitoring your progress. Don’t rely

The Pros & Cons of a Keto Diet…

Keto is a high fat, medium protein & very low carb diet which aims to put the body in a state of ketosis where fat is burnt and turned into ketones which are used as the main energy source, rather than carbs. In the short term, keto diets are effective at training the body

Everything you need to know about sugar…

Sugar - Loved and feared in equal measure, but how much do you really know about it? From your breakfast cereal to your mid-morning tea and biscuit, to your pre-workout banana and post-workout sushi; sugar is a normal part of an everyday diet; but did you know there are different types of sugar in

Carbs or Protein for muscle growth?

Muscle growth is all about protein, isn’t it? Whilst it is true that without a sufficient amount of protein you will not grow the muscle you want; most individuals manage to meet this requirement, with a bit of work and guidance, and yet still fall short of the muscle growth they desire. In our

Middle Eastern Spinach & Herb Omelette Recipe…

Middle Eastern Spinach & Herb Omelette Recipe... The humble omelette has to be one of the most versatile, healthy meals you can whip up and enjoy in minutes. It works for breakfast, lunch or dinner and can be packed with as much or as little as you desire (or can find in the fridge).

Function of fats in the body

The function of fats in the body Dietary fats are an essential source of fatty acids which the body can’t produce itself and are crucial for the healthy functioning of the body. Fatty acids make up the membranes of cells throughout the body and, in particular, in the brain which is 60% fat. Another

Function of protein in the body

The function of protein in the body Our bodies are made up of thousands of different types of proteins which are critical to its healthy functioning. The function of protein can be categorised into: growth and maintenance of tissue; aiding reactions in the cells (eg: digestion, muscle contraction, energy production) through enzyme proteins; acting