Daily Archives: December 14, 2013

Waist-To-Hip Ratio: How To Measure It

Posted on December 14, 2013 by Robert Barrington

The body mass index (BMI) is frequently used by the medical establishment to assess cardiovascular disease risk because it is unintrusive and quick. However, studies show that the waist-to-hip ratio is a more accurate predictor of cardiovascular disease risk, despite … Continue reading →

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Medium Chain Triglycerides: Good Fuel

Posted on December 14, 2013 by Robert Barrington

Fat is generally not as good choice of dietary fuel during intense exercise because it is more slowly absorbed and oxidised compared to carbohydrate. This decreases the usefulness of fatty acids as a fuel for energy during athletic performance. However, … Continue reading →

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High Quality Diets Prevent Disease

Posted on December 14, 2013 by Robert Barrington

High quality diets are those that contain the essential nutrients required by an individual for correct metabolic function. In addition, high quality diets must be absent of metabolic poisons such as sugar and other fructose containing molecules, and possess high … Continue reading →

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