Chicken is popular with fitness fanatics for good reason: it’s inexpensive, easy to cook, low fat and high in protein. However, it can get boring if eaten every day. So here are eight cooking options.

Before grilling or boiling, marinating your bird for 24 hours will increase the flavour. Keep it in the [...]

With various protein supplements available it is important to research the options as some are more applicable than others depending on your needs as well as your general physiology. Casein, a milk protein – is a case in point. Widely used for various purposes including the manufacture of paint and glue as well [...]

Everyone needs a certain amount of protein in their diet and anyone involved in fitness training and body building will logically need more. One way to get an energy boost after working out while avoiding the dangers of high fat sources of protein, such as fatty meats, is by shaking up a shake based [...]

If only we could stop interfering with nature we might save ourselves a whole lot of worries and lead healthier lives. The great egg debate: yolks versus whites, is a good example.
But egg yolks are full of cholesterol! True; however, cholesterol alone does not cause heart disease and studies have shown little or [...]

There are many misconceptions about the body’s need for protein. How much, how often and what are the best sources? However, fact is everyone – male and female alike – needs it, not only athletes and body builders. Here we’ll try to answer some of these common questions.
How much? Your [...]

When looking for a healthy snack that’s also known as a super-food, almonds are a good choice. Almonds have long been recognized as one of the most nutritious nuts of all and are associated with a variety of health claims and applications. You’ve probably already seen almond oil listed as an ingredient on [...]

Most of us who train regularly eat a lot of fish, it’s known for being an excellent source of protein and essential omega 3 fatty acids. There has been quite a bit of coverage in the media recently about concern over mercury contamination of fish, with a special mention given to tuna. This article seeks [...]

We are regularly told to eat more fish in our diet, but is one fish better than another? Does it matter how the fish is stored?  Can we have too much of a good thing? Can we eat too much fish?

Salmon

As far as nutritional value goes, salmon is the best fish: delicious, low fat, [...]

As part of a balanced diet, red meat can offer very specific health benefits. To maximise these benefits, try and source fresh, organic, high quality meat; this need not be expensive. Farmers markets can connect you to producers who understand and respect their produce and can share their knowledge. This way you can better ensure [...]

Below are three great healthy ways to cook chicken, actually they are more or less the healthiest ways to cook anything. Always remove the skin from chicken, although this is the tastiest part it is also the fattest.  Which part of the chicken you eat differs in fat content and calorie amount so be aware [...]