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What is protein water and do you need it?

If you want to build bigger, stronger and more defined muscles then you need to ensure you eat enough protein. Protein powders and bars have long been favoured options for increasing intake of this essential macronutrient, but there’s a new product making waves in this sports nutrition space: protein water. It’s become the go-to option…

June 2, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

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Is a sauna the secret to a longer life?

Saunas have been a staple of heat therapy wellness practices for centuries, known for their relaxing and rejuvenating effects. But beyond the immediate comfort of their warm embrace, saunas offer a range of health benefits that can significantly enhance both physical and mental wellbeing. From enhancing focus, resilience and relaxation to boosting heart health, speeding…

June 2, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

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What are magnesium gummies and should you take them?

In the highly-competitive and ultra-lucrative dietary supplement and sports nutrition market the gummy craze has taken the world by storm. From apple cider vinegar gummies promising detox benefits, collagen gummies aimed at enhancing skin health, creatine gummies for muscle growth and brain health, sleep gummies to aid restful nights, and slimming gummies for weight loss,…

June 1, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

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What are sleep gummies and should you take them?

When was the last time you got a really good night’s sleep? When you fell fast asleep as soon as your head hit your pillow, only to wake up hours later feeling fresh, energised and ready to take on your day? Weeks ago? Months? Years? Poor sleep is affecting more of us more often: The…

June 1, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

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What is NSDR and should you do it?

In our fast-paced, high-stress world, finding effective ways to rest and rejuvenate is more important than ever. Non-Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR) has emerged as a widespread practice that promises to provide profound relaxation and numerous health benefits without the need for traditional sleep. Championed by scientist-turned-podcaster Dr Andrew Huberman and other academic influencers, NDSR is…

May 25, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

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What is TB 500 and is it safer than steroids?

In health, fitness and bodybuilding circles steroids, SARMs and peptides are continually evolving and finding a new audience eager to exploit their perceived performance-enhancing benefits. Among these, TB 500 has won over many fitness fans purported ability to enhance muscle repair, accelerate healing from injuries and improve overall physical performance. As athletes and fitness enthusiasts…

May 21, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

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Can an infrared sauna make me fitter and healthier?

Infrared saunas are the latest in a long line of effective hot and cold therapy treatments lauded for improving both immediate and long-term physical and mental health. Unlike Finnish saunas, infrared saunas don’t heat the air around you but use infrared lamps to directly warm your body via waves of light that penetrate deep…

May 20, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

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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

ByJoe Warner

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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

ByJoe Warner

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Grenade Oreo review: Does this new protein bar explode with taste?

Vacuum cleaners and Hoover. Hot tubs and Jacuzzi. Plastic containers and Tupperware. Fake grass and Astroturf. Disposable pens and Biro. When a brand becomes not only synonymous for a product but the name by which it’s best known, it’s achieved something very special. Now we can add to that household name list "protein bars and…

May 12, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

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