Athletes

Tart cherries

Benefits of tart cherries

Tart cherries have been used for decades to treat gout and osteoarthritis, but they also contain phytochemicals which stimulate melatonin, enhance sleep, recovery and sports performance and reduce inflammation. Tart cherries contain the phytochemicals anthocyanins, flavonoids, flavanols and phenolic acids. Tart Cherries have a higher content of anthocyanins than sweet cherries and contain potassium, calcium, iron, โ€ฆ

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safe supplements

Safe supplements

Supplementation by athletes can be a minefield to navigate for the unwary. Whilst there may be significant value in taking additional nutrients, most of us share the view that it should always be a โ€˜food firstโ€™ policy. Maintaining a balanced nutrientโ€“dense diet, is the key foundation for sports performance regardless of the level of competition. โ€ฆ

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menopause

Help for Menopause

Some women experience absolutely no symptoms during their transition through menopause but if you are like 80% of women who do, itโ€™s reassuring to know there are treatment options available. Help for menopause is here. Perimenopause is the stage where most of the symptoms begin and these can persist for over a decade. Menopause officially โ€ฆ

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Best collagen for tendon repair

Best collagen for tendon repair

Choosing the best collagen for tendon repair can be challenging. There are so many to choose from. All collagen powders are not created equal. Understanding the different forms and their sources can be helpful when making your decision.  Keep in mind collagen can be helpful in the repair of tendons, bones and ligaments, improving skin โ€ฆ

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Mineral testing for athletes

Mineral and heavy metal testing

Mineral and heavy metal testing can help to gain a better understanding of what metals may be impacting on health and what minerals are required to increase to enhance performance and overall health. Optimal nutritional balance is essential for the function of every cell and system in your body.  Obtaining feedback on mineral absorption is โ€ฆ

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Blood sugar

Blood sugar- 5 ways to keep it stable

To keep your energy sustained, it is important to maintain blood sugar control. Natural blood sugar control is possible when done correctly and with professional guidance and supervision. When individuals fail to fuel themselves properly, they may experience reactive hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) or dysglycaemia (abnormal blood sugar levels) with an exaggerated insulin response. As โ€ฆ

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Optimise recovery

Optimise recovery across the menstrual cycle

The amino acid leucine is of particular importance to female athletes keen to optimise recovery across the menstrual cycle. Leucine is one of the nine essential amino acids the body needs to obtain through the diet. Leucine along with other amino acids, are required for protein synthesis, tissue repair and nutrient absorption. The demand for โ€ฆ

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