Christmas is a wonderful time for fun, families and togetherness.
It can also be a time for indulgence with food, drink and festivities where fitness goals are set aside until the New Year.
Christmas weight gain can be a worry for many people who struggle to lose the excess after the holiday season. But you…
Do you rush to guzzle down a protein shake immediately after your workout? Or give yourself indigestion squeezing in a meal before your next work meeting?
If so, youâre not alone. Many people still believe that the post-workout âanabolic windowâ is the be-all and end-all that will make or break your gains in the gym.…
The menstrual cycle refers to the series of hormone production and physiological changes that women experience in preparation for a possible pregnancy.
These fluctuations also trigger several other physiological effects, affecting everything from mood, metabolic rate, body weight, energy levels, among others.
But while the menstrual cycle may sometimes feel like a curse for women,…
Intermittent fasting is a dietary protocol that has gained popularity in recent years.
But far from simply being the latest fad, fasting has long been a feature in various global cultural and religious traditions.
And there is growing evidence that fasting practices may have multiple benefits for health, including hunger management, insulin sensitivity and blood…
The last decade has seen a surge in diabetes prevalence from 1.4 million to 3.5 million cases in the UK alone[1]. As a result, diabetes ranks fifth highest among the most common causes of death worldwide, accounting for one to two million deaths each year[2]. Experts suggest another 10 to 20% rise in diabetes prevalence…
The past decade has seen a surge in diabetes prevalence that shows no signs of slowing, in part due to the modern Western lifestyle[1].
Diabetes mellitus is just one condition that falls within the umbrella term âmetabolic diseaseâ, which typically also entails significantly increased risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, and lower life expectancy.…
Do you know what diabetes is? Are you aware of the biggest risk factors you might have for the disease?
Would you know what changes to your diet and lifestyle to make to better manage your weight and blood sugar?
If you donât know the answer to these questions, youâre not alone. The vast majority…
Do you avoid the gym for fear of standing out? Do you feel like you âneed to get fitâ before you start exercising? If so, youâre not alone.
Unfortunately, âgymtimidationâ is very real, with as many as 50% of people reporting that they find the gym a daunting place[1]. However, there are plenty of reasons…
Testosterone is an androgenic hormone that occurs in humans and other animals and plays a key role in multiple physiological processes. While often considered a âmaleâ hormone, testosterone is produced by both men and women in varying amounts.
In health and fitness contexts, testosterone is commonly associated with performance-enhancing synthetic forms of the hormone. But…
There is a reason why hypertension is called the âsilent killerâ â most people are not aware they have high blood pressure, or they do not have symptoms.
Chronic high blood pressure dramatically increases the risk of heart disease, strokes and heart attacks, cognitive decline and dementia.
On average, men and women with hypertension die five…