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If you’re like me, you try your best to eat a healthy, whole foods-based diet, which includes whole-grain bread (because avocado toast is life), frozen meals here and there (some of them are organic!), and sushi Fridays (salmon rolls, FTW). But even though I’m packing in all the good stuff into my diet — like fruits and […] More
Sometimes when you come back from a run the last thing you want to do is prepare a whole meal immediately, even though you know you have to eat something soon. Your highest priority after any exercise is to consume nutrition that aids in recovery and initiates muscle repair. While having a meal within 2-hours […] More
“These cereals are all a great source of soluble and insoluble fibre and B-vitamins and are lower in both sodium and added sugar with very little unhealthy fat. They are not overly heavy in kilojoules and will provide nutritious energy to kick-start your day,” says dietician Celeste Naudé. All of these cereals are vegan and […] More
Picture a glass of water filled with slices of cucumber…is there literally anything more refreshing? (Bonus points if you put those slices over your eyelids afterwards.) But when it comes to eating cukes — do cucumbers actually have any nutrition benefits? Or is chowing down on cucumbers basically the same as eating iceberg lettuce? Good […] More
Winter is a harsh season, particularly for one’s health, and it requires that you pay a bit more attention to the fighter in you that doesn’t relent – your immune system. While immune-boosting supplements have their place, we suggest that before you head out to the pharmacy, pass by your local grocery store first. “When […] More
It’s a late-night and you’re in bed with the lights out. The hearty meal you had for dinner was tasty, but now you’re craving something to nibble on. Oh hello bad-for-you snacks… But before you reach for the packet of salt and vinegar chips, think of all the effort that went into your meal prep […] More
What keeps you feeling fuller for longer and helps your muscles recover? Yep, protein. Nutrition and fitness go hand in hand. Good nutrition before a workout can help you train harder for longer. Unfortunately, the opposite is also true: poor nutrition before a workout can jeopardise your gym sesh. The same goes for recovery and […] More
If you’ve ever had a meal and felt uncomfortable for after — think bloating, indigestion, or cramping — you know how much it sucks. But what if you could pop a pill and have these issues become a thing of the past? Well, digestive enzyme supplements claim to banish bloat and cramping from gastrointestinal issues, so you […] More
