Vegetarian and vegan diets have been gaining popularity off-late. When it comes to vegetarian diets, some may include a few animal-based products (e.g. milk, eggs) whilst a vegan diet excludes all animal products, even milk products, honey and gelatin. Irrespective of an athlete being vegetarian or not the energy and nutrient needs can be met …
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder commonly seen among women of reproductive age, characterized by irregular periods, enlarged ovaries, insulin resistance, and physical signs such as excess facial and body hair (hirsutism), acne and male-pattern baldness. Lifestyle and nutrition habits can help manage PCOS (refer to our blog here) and certain supplements can …
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is an endocrine condition that affects women of reproductive age. Common signs and symptoms include irregular menstruation, excessive androgens and hirsutism (excess body and facial hair), and the presence of cysts on the ovaries. It can also be associated insulin resistance, heart disease, psychological features and unfortunately there is no cure …
Supplements are the icing on a cake! You need to build a cake first, before icing it, similarly you need to build a strong foundation to truly benefit from sports supplements that do work (spoiler alert: not all do). This is simply because they’re not a magic pill. For example: Having a protein powder, but …
Most of us know that it’s important to eat nutritious foods from a health perspective, but beyond that, even how we perceive food and eating matters. Are we scared of certain foods, worried when eating out, or nervous about going ‘off track’? A healthy, positive relationship with food also includes things such as: Allowing yourself …
