Oct
28
2015
There are good fats and bad fats, and the worst of them all is saturated fat. Eating too much saturated fat increases the amount of cholesterol in your blood, which can lead to cardiovascular disease and possibly a stroke.
Saturated...
Oct
21
2015
Our bodies need fuel when we exercise. The fuel our bodies use is glycogen, energy made from carbohydrates that provides us with that energy. Glycogen also helps us to maintain our water levels.
In order to increase their performance, many...
Oct
21
2015
Nutritionists claim that an average sized meal that is eaten around two hours before exercise provides the best results for your training in terms of energy.
Your meal should definitely contain a type of carbohydrate for energy, should be low...
Oct
15
2015
Protein is important for all martial artists and sports enthusiasts. Protein is present in all our cells and is vital in the building and repair of muscle, plus in the creation of bone, cartilage, blood and skin. Protein also...
Oct
15
2015
People hear the word ‘fat’ in relation to nutrition and generally run away screaming, but there is no need for this reaction. Many fats are good for us and our bodies need fat in order to absorb nutrients, as...