How to Stay Healthy in the Sick Season
It is that wonderful time of year again, when everyone around you seems to be coming down with a cold or flu and you feel that it is inevitable that you will be hit with one too. You have done…
Sugar and its Effects on our Health
Daily sugar consumption has steadily risen over the last few centuries (1,3). Sugar is used for many purposes, such as making foods and drinks taste sweeter, look better and last longer (1). It has been well documented that the increased…
The Importance of Water
Water is a vital ingredient for life, we all know that. It makes up about 60% of our body and plays an important role in many of our functions. From regulating blood pressure and body temperature, through to providing lubrication…
How to increase mental performance without (always) using stimulants
It’s 2pm on a Friday, you have got a work deadline to hit by that evening and your brain feels like it has gone to sleep. You reach for a source of caffeine or a sugary snack to help wake…
Does A Nutrient-Dense Diet Support Greater Weight Loss?
It’s known that restricting calories can lead to weight loss and improvement in certain health risk factors. But what is not as well understood is the influence that the quality of the diet has on these outcomes. Some believe that…
What Is The Relationship Between Gut Microbes And Weight Loss Interventions?
One major area of interest when it comes to weight loss and maintenance is the influence of the gut microbiota – the microbes that live in the human digestive tract. Although there are links to these microbes, obesity and weight…
How Does Protein Intake Affect Blood Glucose And BMI During Weight Loss Maintenance?
High protein diets have been shown to have various health benefits when it comes to disease prevention and weight loss. However, the evidence for high protein when it comes to insulin resistance and the resulting effect on weight loss maintenance…
Does A High Protein Low GI Diet Suppress Hunger After Successful Weight Loss?
Many people lose weight, but few manage to maintain weight loss long-term. One potential reason for this is an increase in the hormone involved in hunger signals after weight loss. What you eat for weight maintenance can be just as…
Can Snacking On Mixed Nuts Support Weight Loss And Satiety Levels?
Mixed nuts are a popular snack option, and contain a good amount of protein and healthy fats. However, they are higher in calories, which could be a concern for weight loss. This raises the questions – are mixed nuts a…
Can Time-Restricted Eating Aid In Weight Loss?
Despite decades of research, there is still a lack of simple, effective and affordable weight loss interventions. One intervention that has gained popularity recently is time-restricted eating (TRE), also known as intermittent fasting. Compared to other strategies, TRE is simple…