UPF’s are industrialised formulations with a high content of additives, preservatives, and refined ingredients. UPF’s often contain low nutritional value and are associated with potential negative health effects when consumed in excess.
Examples of UPF’s include sugary snacks, fast food, processed meats, and packaged desserts.
And with clever marketing and crafty food processing, you can end up wanting more and more whilst believing you are eating a healthy diet.
A Korean fermented pickle that helps your gut microbiome and overall health.
Summer is finally here and exercising in the great outdoors is a wonderful way to destress and enjoy nature. But have you ever wondered how much sun you should be exposing your skin to. Sunshine – Friend or Foe will answer your concerns for a safe and productive sunshine workout.
Delicious wholesome natural rhubarb and ginger crumble muffins courtesy of Joy Skipper, registered nutritionist, food and health writer specialising in nutrition to support sport and exercise, especially for those still training or competing in later years as well as gut health and menopause.
Research tells us that aerobic capacity (VO2max) declines with age. So what should we do as we age to slow the decline? We need to focus on aerobic capacity workouts in our training. Also known as HIIT, the uncomfortable stuff.
The benefits reaped from high intensity workouts will allow your ageing body to become more efficient and effective. You’ll be able to deliver and use more oxygen to create energy in the working muscles and will slow down the ageing process.