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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...


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...


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...


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...


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...


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...


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...


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...


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,...


BEST PREWORKOUT SNACKS
Correctly fueling yourself before exercise is key to optimise performance. Whether, you're weight training, running, swimming or cycling,...


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...


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...


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...
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