that protein Vegan Protein Blog — Energy

Carbohydrates are the main energy source for your brain and muscles. They are broken down in our gut and released into our blood stream as glucose. This glucose is used by our brain and muscles as fuel. By supplying our body the carbohydrate it needs at meal times, we are supplying it with the fuel necessary to maximise energy levels and minimise fatigue. The key to optimising energy levels is controlling your blood glucose levels. There are many ways of achieving this. Firstly, when it comes to carbohydrate, it’s important to consider how much you need to eat for your...

The interest and knowledge gained in the area of protein in sport has grown dramatically over recent years. It has been known for a long time that in order to optimise the process of building bigger and stronger muscles, you have to increase the amount of protein in your diet. Newer research has revealed that it’s also important for recovery, adaptation to your training as well as achieving a healthy body fat percentage! For many years there has been debate about the total protein requirements of athletes, with many experts believing that daily needs depend on the type, frequency and...

 Protein plays a fundamental role in our overall body health and wellness. It helps with weight control and in building, maintaining and repairing muscles. 

Nutrition plays a huge role in ageing well... it can help us to live long happy lives and continue to look and feel our best! There are so many things to consider when aiming for optimal nutrition, but here are our top ones!!