Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) isn’t a term that rolls off the tongue, but for athletes and active individuals, it’s a crucial concept that needs attention. This condition, whose name changed from the “Female Athlete Triad,” in 2014, impacts both men and women and interferes with athletic performance and long-term health. RED-S results from […]
Knowing how much protein to consume can be difficult. There’s a lot of conflicting evidence around protein intake, and your requirements can be affected by individual differences, such as age, sex, exercise, height and so on. As it stands, the Recommended Nutrient Intake is approximately 0.75g per kilogram of bodyweight. This translates to around 56g of protein […]
Malnourishment – It’s not just in third world countries The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a range of ‘health problems’ to light in the UK government, with those who are overweight or obese being at higher risk of fatalities related to COVID-19. This is being reflected in new actions and strategies to tackle obesity throughout the […]
What changes should you make to manage and reduce your stress? Everyone will have undoubtedly experienced some form of stress this year, whether work, financial, family-related, or otherwise, and unfortunately, we’ll likely all experience stress in the future, too!