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Category Archives: Nutrition tips
Adaptogens and their role in combating fatigue
In recent years there has been growing interest in identifying natural medicines and plant extracts that can be used to improve athletic performance and/or body composition in humans Adaptogens are herb products that have been derived from plants. A recent … Continue reading
If you’ve hit the booze – perhaps it’s time to hit the fish-oils!
Ok, we know that alcoholism is far from an ideal nutritional strategy… but what exactly is excess booze doing to our body? Apart from the obvious liver damage, and excessive addition of empty-calories, this study found that certain vitamins and … Continue reading
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Fish Oils – Reducing cholesterol
Fish oils decrease circulating fats, “bad cholesterol”, and improve markers of cardiovascular health – you really should know this by now!
Elite Level Nutrition
Elite level nutrition is aimed at an individuals unique genetic and physical demands and of their position and sport The goal is to provide optimal nutrient status across all nutrients each day Diets are designed based on evolutionary perspective of … Continue reading
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Childrens Nutrition (Part 2)
SALADS, SPICES, SNACKS AND SNEAKY WAYS TO INCREASE YOUR VEGETABLE CONSUMPTION These food types are where we get our protective nutrients from, these are called polyphenols or flavanoids. They occur in pigment in mainly carbohydrate containing foods; vegetables, fruits and … Continue reading
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Childrens Nutrition (Part 1)
What our children eat is vital to their long term health wellbeing, behavior and even intelligence. Despite this being the case our kids are becoming fatter and consuming poor food groups in an increasing amount. They just like us are … Continue reading
Surviving Summer
A llok at the off season from nutrition point of view. Continue reading
Match Day
Some advice from Matt on Match Day Nutrition. Continue reading
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Water
Matt takes a look at hydration. Continue reading
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Food Friends
Matt takes a look at two important food groups. Continue reading
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