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How often should children snack?
Many children eat constantly throughout the day. Snacks are good for kids. This is because they help them stay focused at school and on homework, give them needed nutrients and keep hunger at bay. A ‘snack’ – to lots of children and teens –  is a bag of crisps, some…
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If I eat carbohydrates at night will I put on weight?
Who has ever heard of the ‘rule’ that goes something like this: “It’s forbidden to eat carbohydrates at night!” Believe it or not, there are a lot of people who stick to this. The impression is that if you eat carbs past a certain hour, they will be instantly turned…
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What is fibre and why is it important?
The term ‘dietary fibre’ refers to the indigestible carbohydrates found in fruit, vegetables, grains and nuts. Dietary fibre in not sound in meat and dairy products. Functional fibre consists of non-digestible carbohydrates that have beneficial physiological effects. The term ‘total fibre’ refers to dietary and functional fibre. Insoluble and soluble…
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How To Design A Nutrition Plan
Before starting anything it is wise to plan and organise how the end result will be achieved. In order for the plan to be a success, the pros and cons must be thought of and possible solutions to the cons or barriers must be thought of ahead of time to…
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How Does Nutrition Helps with Muscle Building and Fat Loss?
When it comes to getting lean and building muscle, the verdict is out: nutrition plays just as important role – if not more important – than the part exercise plays. Without correct nutrition, our health and well-being will inevitably stall. Below we’re taking a look at the role nutrition plays…
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The Best Nutritional Advice for Maintaining Physical Fitness
Picture your fitness like an old scale. On the one side you have exercise, and on the other side your nutrition. To maintain optimal physical fitness, the scale needs to remain balanced. This involves expending the right amount of energy for the nutrition you’ve put in. Too much food with…
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Trifocus fitness academy - nutrition courses
What Elements Are Covered In Nutrition Courses?
We all know that nutrition plays an important role in good health and fitness. ‘Nutrition’ refers to the energy or nutrients that we get from consuming food. In order to be healthy we need to eat the correct balance of nutrients (protein, carbs, fat, etc). In our attempts to eat…
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What is the Best Diet for an Athlete?
Diet tips for athletes There are many diets out there – high protein, low carb; low fat; no sugar… The list is endless! But what is the best diet for an athlete, you may be wondering. In this article, we provide the answers! Load up on Carbs Carbohydrates are the…
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What Are Electrolytes and Why Do Athletes Need to Worry About These?
You’ve heard people at gym telling you about the need to replace your lost electrolytes, usually by sipping on a sports drink after vigorous exercise. What exactly are electrolytes, how do we lose them, and why is it so important to replace lost electrolytes? This blog article answers these questions.…
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Understanding The Difference Between Trans Fats and Saturated Fats
Not all fats are bad. Fats are an essential food group along with protein and carbohydrates. Good fats are essential to our health and the optimal function of our body. Healthy fats surround our internal organs to protect them; gives our body energy; keep us warm; help produce essential hormones;…
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Why do Athletes Carbo-Load?
Marathon runners, cyclists and swimmers tend to fill up on carbohydrates before a big competition. This stops their energy levels from plummeting during a race. However, not all carbohydrates are created equally which means that if you’re wanting sustained energy through your race you need to be eating carbs that…
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