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The 5 best foods for PCOS

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder affecting many women of reproductive age. Managing PCOS often involves addressing insulin resistance, reducing inflammation, and balancing hormones, all of which can be significantly influenced by diet. Understanding the best foods for PCOS is crucial as the right nutritional choices can alleviate symptoms, improve overall…

May 21, 20240Comments

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Dr Stacy Sims: Why women should never exercise on an empty stomach

Dr Stacy Sims, PhD Dr Stacy Sims, PhD, is an exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist who aims to revolutionise exercise nutrition and performance for women. She has published more than 70 peer-reviewed papers, and authored female-focused performance optimisation books, Roar, and Next Level, which challenge the existing dogma around exercise, nutrition, and health for women.…

May 18, 20240Comments

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What is beef protein isolate?

Check out our expert guide to Beef Protein powder, including what it is, how much it costs, where to buy it and how effective it is, here! What is beef protein isolate? It's a highly-refined form of protein powder extracted from beef. Unlike traditional beef protein, which may include fats and other components, beef protein…

May 13, 20240Comments

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What is beef protein powder?

Protein powders have long been used by bodybuilders wanting to maximise the size of their muscles, but have been adopted more recently by a far wider mainstream audience interested in improving their overall health, wellbeing and performance by increasing their protein intake. Whilst protein powders made from dairy sources, such as whey and casein, and…

May 12, 20240Comments

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Grenade protein bars review: is this the ultimate muscle-building snack?

Check out our complete guide to Grenade and its range of high-protein products, and don't miss our top-rated review of Grenade Oreo protein bars! Grenade's Oreo bar launched in 2022 and quickly became one of the company's most popular products. Check out our Grenade Oreo bar review for more. What are Grenade protein bars? Grenade protein…

May 12, 20240Comments

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What is yfood and is it healthy?

In today's fast-paced world, finding the time for prepare and cook a nutritious and balanced meal to keep your weight-loss or muscle-building mission on track can be very challenging, especially if have a hectic schedule, regular travel or a long daily commute. Taking advantage of our time-poor but health-conscious lives, a number of sports nutrition…

May 12, 20240Comments

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Applied Nutrition review: Hitting your health and fitness goals never tasted so good

With sports nutrition supplements moving out of the shadows targeting a small niche audience into a mass market industry worth billions of dollars per year, many UK-based brands have grown exponentially as purveyors of dietary supplements and products. Of these companies, protein bar manufacturer Grenade has had the biggest impact, and in becoming a widely…

May 10, 20240Comments

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Bulk Powders review: Pack on muscle without breaking the bank

In the competitive world of sports nutrition, Bulk Powders has carved out a significant market share as a one-stop-shop for athletes, bodybuilders, and health conscious fitness enthusiasts wanting quality supplements at affordable prices. Alongside other industry-disrupting companies in this space, such as Grenade, which found international success with his Carb Kills protein bars, Athletic Greens…

Dr Stacy Sims: Should women do ice baths after exercise?

Dr Stacy Sims, PhD Dr Stacy Sims, PhD, is an exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist who aims to revolutionise exercise nutrition and performance for women. She has published more than 70 peer-reviewed papers, and authored female-focused performance optimisation books, Roar, and Next Level, which challenge the existing dogma around exercise, nutrition, and health for women.…

April 25, 20240Comments

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Dr Stacy Sims: Will lifting weights make women bulky?

Dr Stacy Sims, PhD Dr Stacy Sims, PhD, is an exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist who aims to revolutionise exercise nutrition and performance for women. She has published more than 70 peer-reviewed papers, and authored female-focused performance optimisation books, Roar, and Next Level, which challenge the existing dogma around exercise, nutrition, and health for women.…

April 25, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

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