Continuing with common age related problems (where we started with osteoporosis), now let’s look at sarcopenia. This is the loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength. It also affects performance. By that it’s not just training, but functional movement like standing up and sitting down too. These adverse conditions can reduce the quality of life...

The worldwide population is getting older, as people are living longer than ever before. As we age we become more susceptible to certain health conditions, which can reduce our quality of life. This can mean older adults or the elderly can lose their independence and autonomy if they are not able to do things they...

Why do we need calcium in our diets? Most people know it helps build bones and teeth. But it also plays a roll in regulating muscle contractions (including your heartbeat), and it helps your blood clot normally. How much? Its recommended adults get 700mg per day, preferably from your diet. If you consume dairy, that...

How's your sleep? It’s an area of our lives often overlooked. Feeling fatigued? Oh you need this supplement. A bit run down after burning the candle at both ends? Here’s another cup of coffee, power through!

Also known as adaptive thermogenesis. This is when you lose weight & your metabolism drops to a lower rate than expected. It’s normal when dieting for your metabolism to slow down. So don’t worry when it does. However it is something to take into consideration, & why people can think they’ve hit a plateau.When you...

Following on from whole grains I thought I’d do a quick post on legumes. The two are very often paired together, in the context of “eat more whole grains and legumes” as part of a healthy diet. Before we get onto the health aspect lets look at what they are. There is a large variety...