In this blog, we will highlight the discussion around artificial sweeteners such as aspartame which, due to emerging research, is extremely popular at the moment. What are artificial sweeteners? Artificial sweeteners are synthetic sugar substitutes that provide sweetness without the added calories of traditional sugar. They are intensely sweet (over […]

New runners often believe that jogging and running are the only workouts they need to improve at their sport. But that’s like saying a football player only needs to practice kicking a ball, or a tennis player only needs to practice swinging a racket. Moving in a repetitive, single plane […]

The Metabolic Truth About Carbohydrates Carbohydrates are often vilified by the media, with little regard for them being the body’s primary energy source. Glucose fuels critical functions such as brain activity, muscle contraction, and cellular repair. Did you know that your brain consumes around 20% of glucose-derived energy in your […]

Ahh, the festive season. We’d be remiss if we didn’t end up with at least one weekday hangover each Christmas. Whether it’s triggered by the office Christmas party, an annual catch-up with old friends, or getting carried away at the markets, mindful drinking often goes out the window. Many of […]

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) often get a bad rap, and for good reason: many are high in unhealthy fats, added sugars, and preservatives. However, life isn’t always about picture-perfect meal prep; sometimes a quick, easy option is necessary. Is there a place for these foods within your diet? What Exactly Are […]

Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) isn’t a term that rolls off the tongue, but for athletes and active individuals, it’s a crucial concept that needs attention. This condition, whose name changed from the “Female Athlete Triad,” in 2014, impacts both men and women and interferes with athletic performance and […]

Did you know alcohol is technically a fourth macronutrient? It provides calories, much like protein, carbs, and fat, but our bodies are not able to efficiently utilise the calories it provides, making it non-essential. “Work hard, play hard” is a mantra many live by, which often includes enjoying a drink […]

Building on our last blog about the importance of protein for muscle protein synthesis (MPS), weight management, and debunking common misconceptions, here we take a deeper look into how protein directly impacts athletic performance. Leucine: Essential for Muscle Growth and Repair Leucine is a crucial amino acid for muscle protein […]

Protein is crucial for enhancing athletic performance. With an abundance of “high-protein” products on the market, it’s easy to assume that more protein automatically leads to better results. But is that really the case? Let’s dive into how protein functions in the body, its essential role in Muscle Protein Synthesis […]