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How to calculate the Energy available from foods
To calculate the energy available from a food, multiply the number of grams of carbohydrate, protein, and fat by 4,4, and 9, respectively. Then add the results together. For example, 1 slice of bread with a tablespoon of … [Read More...]
Best source and dose
What is the best source and what is the correct dose? Omega fatty acids can be found in fatty fish such as salmon, herring, mackerel, anchovies, sardines and to a lesser extent in tuna. They are also found in certain … [Read More...]
Nutrition Articles
To calculate the energy available from a food, multiply the number of grams of … [Read More...]
What is the best source and what is the correct dose? Omega fatty acids can be found in … [Read More...]
There is much research emerging showing the benefits of fatty acids, including an … [Read More...]
Are there any side effects? The greatest risk of fish oil omega-3 supplementation is heavy … [Read More...]
What are carbohydrates? All carbohydrates are made up from sugars. There are a number of … [Read More...]
In response to the article [ vitamins explored Vit C ] on the harmfulness of Vit C inre … [Read More...]
Fat Reduction Pills will not make your heart stronger, will not increase your other … [Read More...]
There are so many products that belong on the list that it has been listed in to food … [Read More...]
An optimal diet supplies the required nutrients which are adequate for tissue maintenance, … [Read More...]
Whereas sportspersons continually look to improve performance through consistent training, … [Read More...]
Running Information
The 5 most common running injuries
The five most common running injuries: Achilles tendonitis - chondromalacia (runner's
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