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What is a balanced diet?
A balanced diet is consuming the correct proportions of vitamins, minerals and other essential nutrients to maintain optimal health and...
Stephanie McNeil
Jul 7, 20242 min read
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HEME AND NON HEME IRON
Iron is an essential mineral that maintains healthy blood. Iron molecules help oxygen bind to hemoglobin, which help oxygen to be...
Stephanie McNeil
Oct 12, 20232 min read
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Ways to lose weight without calorie counting
Try to eat three balanced meals each day. (With a combination of protein, fibre, carbs and healthy fats). This will help to keep you...
Stephanie McNeil
Sep 14, 20232 min read
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Are fats good or bad?
Fats are an essential part of our diet. They have a number of vital roles in the body, for example, they provide energy, insulation and...
Stephanie McNeil
Aug 17, 20232 min read
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Are carbs really bad?
Carbohydrates are a key nutrient that our body uses for energy, however they have developed a bit of a bad reputation the past few...
Stephanie McNeil
Aug 8, 20232 min read
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HEALTHY SNACKING
Snacking between meals can help to curb hunger and balance blood sugar levels during the day. This can be important for individuals with...
Stephanie McNeil
Aug 1, 20231 min read
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BUILDING A BALANCED MEAL PLATE
FIBRE: Fibre, found in the skins of fruit and vegetables, has many health benefits. It plays an essential role in stabalising blood sugar...
Stephanie McNeil
Jul 16, 20232 min read
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Eating healthy on a budget
There's a lot of stigma around eating healthy and it being more expensive. However, there are ways of eating a healthy balanced diet...
Stephanie McNeil
Jun 3, 20241 min read
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Carbohydrate and protein needs for athletes (and gym rats)
Carbohydrates: Carbohydrates are essential for optimising performance during sports. Muscles store carbohydrates in the form of glycogen,...
Stephanie McNeil
Jul 25, 20232 min read
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BEST PREWORKOUT SNACKS
Correctly fueling yourself before exercise is key to optimise performance. Whether, you're weight training, running, swimming or cycling,...
Stephanie McNeil
Jul 23, 20232 min read
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FIVE HEALTH BENEFITS OF EXERCISE
1) LOWERED RISK OF DISEASE Frequent exercise helps to improve your cardiovascular health, so your heart can pump blood more efficiently...
Stephanie McNeil
Jun 30, 20232 min read
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Healthy plant based fats and their importance
The importance of fats Fats are an important part of a balanced diet. Around 1/3 of your diet should consist of fats. They are...
Stephanie McNeil
Jan 24, 20222 min read
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Getting started in the gym
My tips for getting into fitness, including weight training and correct use of equipment. (eBook coming soon!) Set yourself a goal. This...
Stephanie McNeil
Jan 21, 20222 min read
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