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Learn about the science behind nutrition, nutritional supplements, proteins, vitamins, and sustainability.
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6 benefits of exercising in the morning
Working out in the morning has mainly practical benefits: the gym is quieter, you’ve finished your workout before your day really gets going, and your evenings remain free. What’s more,... Read more...
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5 essential nutrients for vegans
More and more people are consciously choosing a plant-based diet, whether for ethical, environmental or health reasons. A fully vegan diet does, however, require a little more planning than a... Read more...
Wat doet omega 3 voor je lichaam? 6 bewezen gezondheidsvoordelen
What are the benefits of omega-3? How it works, sources and dosage
Omega-3 is an essential fatty acid: your body needs it to function properly, but cannot produce it itself. So you get it entirely from your diet, and that’s precisely where... Read more...
Waarom heeft je lichaam voldoende eiwit nodig? 7 gevolgen van te weinig eiwit
Why does your body need protein?
Alongside carbohydrates and fat, protein is one of the three macronutrients, and it is the body’s most important building block. Your body is largely made up of protein. In this... Read more...
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Pea and fava bean protein: a vegan source of protein
What is pea and fava bean protein? Pea and fava bean protein is a plant-based protein source derived from pulses, extracted from yellow peas and fava beans (also known as... Read more...
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Are protein shakes suitable for women too? Here’s the lowdown
Yes. Protein shakes are just as suitable for women as they are for men. How much protein you need depends on your body weight and how much you exercise, not... Read more...
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Which additives should you try to limit?
More and more people are reading the label before putting anything in their shopping basket. And rightly so, because the list of ingredients often tells you more than the front... Read more...
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Is too much protein unhealthy? Facts and nuances
Protein is one of the three macronutrients, alongside carbohydrates and fat. Protein provides amino acids, the building blocks of your muscles. Protein contributes to a growth in muscle mass. Protein... Read more...
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Muscle recovery and nutrition: what your body needs
After a tough workout, your muscles feel heavy, sometimes stiff, and are often even more sore the next day. That’s all part of training: you put strain on your muscle... Read more...
Wat is caseïne en hoe werkt slow-release eiwit in je lichaam
What is casein? A guide to slow-release protein
Casein is one of the most commonly used protein powders amongst athletes, and yet one of the least understood. Below, we’ll explain in simple terms what casein is, why it’s... Read more...
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Protein shakes: myths and facts at a glance
There are lots of rumours circulating about protein shakes. Some say they make you lose weight automatically, others that they’re bad for your kidneys or only meant for bodybuilders. It’s... Read more...
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Protein shakes for weight loss: do they work?
Can you lose weight with protein shakes? Short answer: a protein shake won’t make you lose weight on its own. Weight loss happens through an energy deficit: in other words,... Read more...