What is protein? Protein is a word that is frequently used on television, in advertising and on packaging and so most people are familiar with it. However, you might be surprised at just how few people actually know what protein is, how it is used by the body and how to identify quality protein foods….
High protein foods Protein is an essential element (macro-nutrient) in everyone’s diet. It is a component of each and every cell, tissue and organ in the body and it is constantly being broken down and replaced. With that in mind, it is clear that identifying healthy high-protein foods is an essential aspect of maintaining good…
Basic steps for gaining muscle Increasing your muscle mass can be frustrating when you don’t immediately see the results you want, but the most common reasons for slow or inadequate muscle gain are easy to overcome if you know what to look for and how to avoid the pitfalls. Improve your workouts and diet, and…
Shakes – can they help with weight loss? Tricky meal planning Meal planning, as part of a slimming or ongoing weight management programme, which ensures that you are receiving optimal nutrition and a broad spectrum of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients every day, can be difficult for a number of reasons: you may be limited…
Healthy weight management – losing weight and keeping it off! Protein powders and meal shakes are now two of the most popular and versatile types of dietary supplements available. Meal shakes and protein powders Support a balanced diet, appetite control and more… Meal shakes and protein powders are used for a wide variety of reasons,…
