Intermittent Fasting Is All the Rage—But Is It Healthy? The eating (or, not eating) trend is linked to various health benefits, but it’s more complicated than it seems. When you hear the word “fasting,” you probably think of gimmicky diets—and feeling “hangry.” But a growing body of research suggests that cycling super low-calorie days into...Read More
We are closed Good Friday and opening Saturday, Sunday and Monday 8am to 4pm 3 GOOD REASONS TO EAT CHOCOLATE I’m sorry milk chocolate fans we’re talking Dark chocolate here! 1. It’s good for your heart. Chocolate comes from the cocoa plant, and cocoa is rich in compounds called flavonoids, which help protect your heart....Read More
So you’ve been on a mission to get in shape, to ensure you don’t lose those hard earned gains lets take a look some certain food and drinks that may be low in calories or fat but aren’t providing any nutrients or energy. These foods sustain you for a moment, before leaving you hungry and...Read More
Basics of a Quick and Balanced Breakfast Healthy eating a chore? No, don’t let the lack of time or other hurdles keep you from having a balanced breakfast. It’s better for your health (and your weight) to eat breakfast than to skip it and it’s definitely better to eat a healthy breakfast, high...Read More
Natures anti-inflammatory Fish oil is full of anti-inflammatory and artery-clearing omega-3 fatty acids that help protect your heart. Additionally, these fatty acids may also help fuel your metabolism. In a study, people whose diet included daily fish oil and exercised three days a week for 12 weeks lost a significant amount of weight and body...Read More
A nibble here and a bite there Snacking may seem harmless, but it can pad your waistline with a surprising number of sneaky calories. While dining out, you proudly resist the breadbasket, order the grilled chicken, and opt for fruit salad instead of cake for dessert … but then steal a bite of your friend’s...Read More
One of the most important minerals is one that most of us aren’t paying attention to – and around half of the population is lacking. Magnesium is key for heart health, sleep, and keeping stress at bay and muscles healthy. Recent studies point out that we aren’t getting enough of it, and this may cause...Read More
Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Get Cultured What’s tasty, easy and has lots of health benefits? Yoghurt! It’s got powerful boosting protein and bone building calcium. In fact, the health benefits of yoghurt are so impressive that many health-conscious people make it a daily habit. Here are four possible health benefits of having yoghurt every day: Benefit...Read More
Let’s face it, it is incredibly frustrating to see drive-thru burgers for a couple of dollars when you’re trying to eat well and can’t seem to find a nutritious meal for a decent price. The low cost of less nutritious food may be tempting, but the investment in your health is well worth it. The...Read More
Since the introduction of our new NZ made NZSS range we have fielded a lot of questions about the benefits of using supplements and what impact they can have on the results we work so hard for in the gym. In light of this we’ve put together this short article outlining 10 of the most...Read More
