Probiotics, not to be confused with prebiotics, are live bio cultures that we can consume through a variety of different forms. Sometimes through food, like with kraut or kimchi, sometimes through drink, like with kefir, and sometimes through supplementation, normally taken in the form of capsules. We’re focussing on the use of probiotics in sports […]
Save as PDFWe’re back with part 2 of our Longevity mini blog series. In part 1, we introduced you to the concept of longevity and began to discuss the way population longevity varies around the world. Part 2 will delve into what affects life longevity, the reasons for differences in longevity between countries and gender, the concept […]
Save as PDFCalories in vs calories out, the calorie balance, calorie expenditure; calories are associated with many different terms, all shaping both fat and muscle loss and gain. How can we use calories to help us stay on track to our goals? And is “calories in vs out” (CICO) really the only thing to focus on? What […]
Save as PDFI’m Georgia, Senior Nutrition Manager at FFF. Here at FFF, we are driven by science. As a result, we ensure we keep up to date with emerging research so we can stay at the top of our game and deliver our top-quality product and information to you. I recently attended a webinar hosted by Food […]
Save as PDFThe term “longevity” is being used more and more, with more research and interest in how to increase life longevity, and what changes can we make, if any, to our day-to-day life to improve it. Longevity is a very complex phenomenon. This is due to the fact that an array of environmental, behavioural, socio-demographic and […]
Save as PDFWe all know that all too familiar feeling of hunger that sets in after skipping a meal, perhaps if you were in a rush to leave home to get to work on time! It’s uncomfortable and can lead to some rather loud grumbles, which can be distracting mid-meeting! What exactly causes it and how does […]
Save as PDFFor every cell in your body, there are 9 bacteria in your gut (3). This community of bacteria is what we call our gut microbiome which plays a very important role in our health and in our response to certain foods. Research is difficult because no 2 gut microbiomes are the same: every human has […]
Save as PDFIt’s not headline news that fruit and vegetables play a key role in a healthy diet. They are known to be packed with important vitamins, minerals, and fibre, however, there are also a number of other compounds that give plants their nutritional power. Meet polyphenols, another reason to pack your menu with plants. Over the […]
Save as PDFWhy should care about our gut health? Gut health is a rapidly growing field of research; aside from impacting your physical health, your gut bacteria can also have an impact on your mental health. The intricate mechanisms of this are not yet fully understood, but through something named the ‘gut-brain axis’, our microbiomes communicate with […]
Save as PDFThe London Marathon is almost upon us! This week, thousands of runners from across the globe will be descending on the capital to race around London’s most famous sites. For many, the preparation for the marathon has long been underway. These final few days are no different, and it’s time to put the finishes touches […]
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