Our skin is the largest organ of the human body and serves as an indicator of biological age. As we grow older, so do our organs and our skin is one of the first organs to show signs of ageing.

Nutrition is intimately linked to skin health and impacts its appearance by either enhancing or damaging it. Certain nutrients have the ability to preserve and enrich the skin's youthful glow.

Are you an athlete who’s constantly told you should be taking glutamine, but not sure why? As it turns out, glutamine has a range of benefits in athletic performance and recovery.

IBS is a bowel disorder characterised by abdominal cramping and alterations in bowel movements, which may alternate between diarrhoea or constipation. It is a functional disorder, meaning it is primarily caused by the function of the gastrointestinal tract, rather than as a result of underlying diseases. So what foods should you eat and avoid to improve the condition?

Reflux is most commonly caused by dietary habits, lifestyle choices and certain medications. It is highly treatable, often by removing the trigger and implementing changes to diet and lifestyle.

One of the best ways to reduce inflammation is to change the way you eat. Anti-inflammatory foods are high in antioxidants, polyphenols and other compounds that target inflammatory proteins circulating in the body to reduce, repair and delay cell damage. So, what foods should you consume to reduce inflammation?

Branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) are a group of three essential amino acids; isoleucine, leucine and valine. It is widely believed that BCAAs stimulate muscle protein synthesis to boost muscle growth and increase athletic performance. Let’s take a look at the research to determine how true this notion actually is.

Protein is necessary for the build and repair of muscles, hormone synthesis and energy production. It is a building block for bones, cartilage, muscles and skin, making it a crucial part of a healthy diet. However, is it possible to consume too much protein?

While I’m a huge advocator of plant-based eating for individual health and the welfare and preservation of animals and the environment, vegans and vegetarians are at higher risk of deficiency in some nutrients. 

If you’re vegan or vegetarian, awareness around this issue is necessary to plan your diet correctly and ensure you’re nourishing your body with all the vital nutrients, in order to continue eating plant-based long-term.

Eliminating dietary dairy for a therapeutic period of time or indefinitely can significantly reduce inflammation and health complications stemming from lactose intolerance such as allergies, acne, gut issues, eczema and the risk of developing serious illnesses such as some cancers, cardiovascular disease and diabetes.

With fat loss being one of the most common complaints I see, I’ve compiled a list of foods that have been clinically shown to accelerate fat loss when accompanied by a healthy diet and lifestyle. Try adding one or two of these foods to your daily diet.

Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye and barley. For those who can tolerate it, gluten can be a healthy addition to ones diet. However, for gluten-sensitive individuals, consuming gluten may cause diarrhoea, bloating, abdominal pain, fatigue, migraines, brain fog, irritability and the risk of developing more serious illnesses.

Healthy foods are essential for maintaining health, increasing energy and keeping the majority of illnesses away. Creating a balanced meal is easy as long as you know what you should be eating. Whether you’re plant-based, pescetarian or enjoy eating meat, here are some simple guidelines you can implement to ensure you’re fuelling your body with a diversity of vitamins and minerals.

The optimisation of exercise recovery is a valuable tool for every sportsperson and can literally make or break the athlete. Better recovery means increased athletic output, less risk of injury and improved performance.

Good nutrition is the number one pillar to health. It’s no secret that what you put in your mouth can either help or hinder your performance in the gym, racetrack or whatever sport you engage in.

There are countless reasons as to why you may be unable to lose weight and a ramped-up appetite may be one of them. Hunger hormones, leptin & ghrelin play a major role in body weight by telling the brain when and when not to eat. Luckily, there are a number of foods that can help increase leptin sensitivity.

Intermittent fasting, less commonly known as time-restricted feeding, is a method of fasting that restricts one’s eating window to a particular phase of the day. This method is employed by athletes and non-athletes in the aim to improve body composition, restrict calories, or improve overall health.

It may sound obvious that food affects weight loss. When we eat more than the body burns off we gain weight, eat less and we lose weight. We’ve all been told to “eat less and move more” but is it really that simple?

Abstaining from eating obviously causes a drop in weight due to the lack of calories consumed, however is the weight loss sustained long-term?

Coffee is one of the most popular drinks worldwide and has a long history of debate regarding its health benefits vs costs. In the past, it was listed as a potential carcinogen and later exonerated as research on the topic progressed. So, what does the literature on coffee really say?

The popular notion that carbs are the enemy to weight loss has given rise to low carb diets all over the world. The aim of the keto diet is to induce a state of ketosis in order to shed fat and improve metabolic functions, including athletic performance. But could the diet actually be harming your fitness?