Artificial Sweeteners Are Making You Fat
Many people believe that by substituting sugar with artificial sweeteners in their diet, they are better off. Research now shows that artificial sweeteners alter the body’s normal regulation of energy,
Beat the Seat: 3 Tips to Conquer Sedentary Behaviour
Much of our modern lives revolve around putting our “bums on seats”, and more specifically, being seated for long stretches of time without changing posture. Think about how long you spend sitting when
Supersized Funeral Caskets
The statistics on funeral casket sizes reflect the sad yet stark reality of America’s growing obesity crisis.
Horse Meat Scandal Highlights Health Risks From Pre-Packaged Food
The recent European food scandal provides a timely reminder about the importance of knowing exactly what is in your food.
Sitting Is Killing You: The Health Risks Of Sedentary Behaviour
It is well-established that regular exercise and a nutritious diet are critical to living healthy, living long, and living strong. But did you know that excessive sedentary behaviour puts you at greater risk
Top 5 Foods That Promote Sleep
Today’s post has been written by guest blogger Treisha Marle, who has some quick tips for promoting sleep with appropriate nutrition. Eating can be one of the best parts of our everyday life! Who wouldn’t
Exercise In The Prevention And Management Of Osteoporosis
What is osteoporosis and who is at risk? Osteoporosis is a crippling bone disease that results in an increased risk of bone fractures. This is due to a reduction in the density of bone tissue, which is measured
How To Improve Your Posture When Using A Computer (Video)
As a team of personal trainers with a specialisation in corrective exercise, one of the chronic lifestyle problems we often encounter with clients is the postural deviations that arise from people using computers.