Lifestyle

How to reset after an indulgent weekend

Summer is around the corner, and as lockdown restrictions are easing we are excited to get out and start socialising. As we look forward to having these occasions to let our hair down, with friends and family - a weekend of “too much fun” can take its toll on you, your health and your fitness goals. Here are some “do’s” and “don’ts” after a particularly indulgent…

2 June 20210Comments

Is your gut health affecting your energy?

Suffering from low energy levels can be linked to many causes however, a commonly overlooked root cause is the health of your gut. Our gut lining has two functions, it allows for the absorption of nutrients and also acts as a barrier to harmful substances. When our intestines become irritated or inflamed it can lead to increased intestinal permeability which causes the gaps in…

1 June 20210Comments

Weight training and meditation – two sides of the same coin.

Meditation and weightlifting – on the surface, they are very much like chalk and cheese. First impressions of weightlifting are typically that it is all about brute force, aggression and rage – whereas meditation seems easy, calming and still. However, they are not as different as we might think. In fact, one can have a profoundly positive influence on the other and vice versa. Ask anyone who is passionate…

24 May 20210Comments

Can you exercise with fibromyalgia?

Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is a chronic disorder that causes extreme muscle pain and fatigue all over the body. Many people suffering from the condition find they struggle to exercise as much as they would like to, or at all. While the pain and fatigue associated with fibromyalgia may make exercise and daily activities difficult, it is crucial to stay physically active. …

18 May 20210Comments

The gut-brain connection: How we can improve our gut health with good mental health

Research shows that mental health and cognition are strongly influenced by the composition of our gut microbiome (essentially the bacteria in your gut). The communication system between your gut and brain is called the gut-brain axis. While the precise mechanism of this has not yet been fully explained, research suggests that the gut microbiota generally…

17 May 20210Comments

Is There a Link Between Asthma and Being Overweight?

Studies show that asthma rates are rising faster among people who are overweight. For both adults and children, asthma symptoms and asthma attacks are harder to control if you are overweight or obese and they can be more severe. A 2018 study in the Journal of Paediatrics found that obese children had a 26-38% increased risk of developing asthma compared to their…

6 May 20210Comments

Is All Stress Bad? – 10 Self-Care Tips To Help You Deal With Stress

Stress is the 21st Century condition that afflicts us all to some degree in our lives. While nobody wants to feel the sharp edge of stress, it is worth remembering that not all types of stress are necessarily bad. In fact, if we do not have some stress in our day-to-day we would lead unhappy, uneventful…

6 May 20210Comments

4 things science says about sleep for better fat loss, hunger control and gym performance

What if we told you there was a supplement that could help you lose fat more effectively, better control your appetite, maintain muscle mass and improve your performance in the gym? You would think that it’s too good to be true, right? Well, actually there is something that can help you do all this, and more –…

25 March 20210Comments

Gemma Atkinson: How Food Can Affect Your Mood

Times are tough for so many people right now. Many of the things that give us meaning, joy and connection in life are on hold, and this can have an impact on our mood and sense of wellbeing. But there are still things within our control that can help support our mood and mental health through even the most challenging times – the…

11 March 20210Comments