What are Carbs? Carbohydrates are food molecules that are made up of glucose. When we eat foods that contain carbohydrates, they break down into glucose which is absorbed by our muscles for energy. Sugar, fibre and starches are all examples of different types of carbohydrates that can be found in…
What is Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus? Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is the most predominant type of Diabetes, affecting 85-90% of all people with diabetes (Exercise Right, 2022). The condition is characterised by long term elevated fasting blood glucose levels due to the inability of the body’s cells to effectively…
With the media telling us the number of viruses are at a peak at the moment, it’s not as difficult as you may think to ensure you’re eating a nutrient rich diet. It may be challenging at times to avoid coming into contact with viruses in winter however a healthy…
In general, Pilates is an exercise mode that fosters learning controlled movement and muscle recruitment patterns, improves posture and dynamic stability, and increases muscular strength and range of motion. “Pilates is complete coordination of body, mind and spirit”- Joseph Pilates. Pilates provides children with a solid foundation for learning vital motor skills,…
Understanding Pelvic Floor Concerns After Prostate Cancer Treatment: Prostate cancer treatment, whether surgery, radiation therapy, or hormone therapy, can result in pelvic floor dysfunction. Common issues include urinary incontinence, erectile dysfunction, and reduced pelvic floor muscle strength and coordination. These concerns not only impact physical health but can also lead…
1. What do the numbers mean? Blood pressure is measured in millimeters of mercury (mm Hg) and is typically recorded as two numbers: systolic pressure (the top number), which measures the pressure in the arteries when the heart beats, and diastolic pressure (the bottom number), which measures the pressure in…
When it comes to our health, one aspect, often over looked is our adrenal health. It is responsible for getting us up in the morning, providing us with a constant, and balanced supply of energy, and for helping us in times of crisis and stress. It often works harmoniously with…
Did you know that more than 90% of women with fibromyalgia, and about 76% of chronic lower back pain sufferers have suffered psychological trauma ?Furthermore, chronic pain sufferers are more than twice as likely to suffer Post Traumatic Stress Disorder symptoms. Through science, we are learning more and more about…
Set Point Theory To protect you from injury, disease and illness, your body tries to maintain your weight at a ‘set point’ which is determined largely by your genetics and your environment (e.g. stress, nutrition and exercise). Because of this, most people who exercise regularly and eat a balanced diet…
