by Kieran Legg | May 4, 2023 | Nutrition
The fitness world is abuzz with hype for a so-called “magic” oil that can do everything from boost your energy to help you burn calories. But is MCT oil all that or just another fad? We put this popular product under the microscope to see whether...
by Kieran Legg | Apr 26, 2023 | Nutrition
Are you gorging on refined carbohydrates like rice and refined wheat? Is your diet sorely lacking in whole grains? Chances are you could be snacking on a one-way plate to diabetes, one of the top causes of death in South Africa. A new study has revealed that these...
by Kieran Legg | Apr 21, 2023 | Running
Those tarmac crusaders have—for decades now—been preaching the perks of lacing up and hitting the open road. But if you’re cardio-disinclined, the prospect of beating down pavements for a solid 30 minutes isn’t all that enticing. However, if running might help you...
by Kieran Legg | Apr 19, 2023 | Food & Nutrition
We already know that keeping tabs on the digits when it comes to what you’re putting on your plate can help you shed kilos. Johns Hopkins University researchers confirmed that maintaining a calorie deficit is far more effective than stressing about the type of fare...
by Kieran Legg | Apr 3, 2023 | Mental Health
Feeling down definitely puts a damper on your ability to enjoy life. But it turns out that a low mood could also be affecting your ticker’s well-being. A recent study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that young adults who noted feeling...