Interest in collagen supplements continues to grow – and for good reason. That’s because despite rubbish claims that are way off the mark that there is ‘no evidence they work’ and ‘the collagen industry funds all the research’, the reality is very different.In past blog posts, I’ve delved into hydrolysed collagen supplements and skin health. There are now dozens of blinded … [Read more...] about Arthritis relief: can collagen supplements help?
Lemon water: is it worth the squeeze or just sour hype?
Do you want to lose weight, boost your metabolism, improve your digestion, detox your body, have glowing skin and all while keeping your body nicely alkalised and in balance? You can. All you need do is start the day with a glass of water with the juice of a freshly squeezed lemon added. I mean, water is good for you? And lemons, being a fruit, are good for you? So why not … [Read more...] about Lemon water: is it worth the squeeze or just sour hype?
Can you be addicted to food?
Can a craving for food, especially when not hungry, really be considered an ‘addiction’? The idea of food addiction is a controversial one. When the term ‘food addiction’ is used, it usually expresses the desire for certain types of foods – normally ones that are not the healthiest of choices. Is it possible then to elevate what someone calls a 'food addiction' to the same … [Read more...] about Can you be addicted to food?
Nutrition for healthy ageing: combating sarcopenia and inflammageing
With a rapidly ageing population, more people than ever are becoming at risk of nutritional frailty. Older age is a time when specific nutrient needs can be higher while the ability to meet those needs has greater barriers. In this blog post, I highlight how our nutrition needs change as we age, the factors that make it harder to meet these needs, and the role nutrition plays … [Read more...] about Nutrition for healthy ageing: combating sarcopenia and inflammageing
Apple cider vinegar: miracle elixir or marketing mirage?
Move aside coconut oil, your time in the superfood spotlight has passed. Today it is all about apple cider vinegar. It is the latest all-natural, all-wholesome, all-singing, all-dancing superfood that will save you from just about anything that ails you. With claims ranging from sterilising your toothbrush right through to treating diabetes and melting away waistlines, in this … [Read more...] about Apple cider vinegar: miracle elixir or marketing mirage?
Is it better to exercise fasted or fed?
To exercise fasted or fed? It’s a controversial topic with strong views coming from both camps. Exercising in a fasted state is frequently endorsed as an essential criterion for those promoting weight loss to ensure the most ‘fat burning’ possible. Then there is the opposing view that you want to be well-fuelled before exercise so you can power the length and duration of your … [Read more...] about Is it better to exercise fasted or fed?