Monthly Archives: August 2020

Red Meat Fat Quality

A little knowledge is said to be a dangerous thing, and in this regard nutrition is often oversimplified to the detriment of the consumer. The science of red meat and its fat is complex and care must be taken when … Continue reading

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Do You Really Need To Eat Meat?

Humans are omnivores, which means they have anatomical adaptations to consume both animals and plant foods. There is controversy about which diet may provide the greatest health effects, and in reality there is probably not one single diet that can … Continue reading

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It’s Not What You Eat, It’s What You Don’t Eat

It is never a good idea to eat unhealthy foods. Cumulatively they can cause disease and lead to significant reductions in quality of life. However, there is a theory that that healthy food can protect from the damage inflicted by … Continue reading

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Is Vinegar A Forgotten Superfood?

High glycaemic index foods may be a contributory factor in the development of disease. High glycaemic index foods can cause disease because they negatively affect blood sugar and this can lead to the development of insulin resistance. Lowering the glycaemic … Continue reading

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Saffron For Depression

Saffron is a spice that is derived from the flower of the Crocus sativus plant. There is considerable evidence that saffron has significant antidepressant effects. For example, in a meta-analysis of previous studies, one group of researchers showed that saffron … Continue reading

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Antioxidants and Exercise Stress

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L-Carnitine for Fat Loss

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Berry Tea: A Good Source of Antioxidants

Black and green tea have been extensively researched and shown to provide significant health benefits. In particular, black and green tea are a good source of antioxidants and these antioxidants are able to reduce the oxidative stress associated with free … Continue reading

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Dehydration and Mental Performance

It is well evidenced that dehydration is able to cause a serious deterioration in physical performance. As little as 5 % dehydration can negatively affect physical fitness levels, and further declines can cause not only poor performance, but serious risk … Continue reading

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Vitamin C Supplements for Weight Loss?

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