Protein Archives

A Higher Ratio of Plant to Animal-Based Protein Is Good for Your Heart

January 30, 2025 at 9:23 am2 min reading

How much plant protein should you eat to improve your heart health? A recent study from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health suggests that increasing plant protein intake while reducing consumption of red and processed meats can have significant heart health benefits. The study…

What Makes a Difference When Losing Weight? Protein, Fibre, and Flexibility

October 24, 2024 at 3:23 pm3 min reading

Health & Training

A new study shows that a diet plan that helps you increase your fibre and protein intake while keeping calories low delivers sustainable long-term results. Let’s take a closer look.

Chasing Marginal Gains – Recovery Drinks

May 24, 2024 at 6:28 am4 min reading

Health & Training

What should the ideal recovery drink for cycling look like? How much protein and carbs should be in it? And what’s the best timing? Let’s take a closer look at how you can optimise this piece of your nutrition strategy.

My Approach to Nutrition in Professional Cycling by Kasia Niewiadoma

May 18, 2023 at 1:32 pm5 min reading

Health & Training

As an elite athlete, I have definitely cultivated a very deep appreciation for the importance of fueling correctly to perform at the highest level. Cycling demands a lot from the body, and proper nutrition can make all the difference in terms of endurance, recovery, and…

A Small Increase in Protein Intake Can Improve Your Whole Diet

September 22, 2022 at 8:57 am5 min reading

Health & Training

A new study shows that increasing your protein intake on a weight-loss diet is a good thing. High protein intake is associated with healthier food choices and better muscle-mass retention. How much protein should you eat to enjoy these benefits too?

Should Cyclists Use BCAAs – Food Sources

December 21, 2021 at 8:38 am5 min reading

Health & Training

BCAAs are said to protect your muscles during exercise, improve recovery, and even help with sprint performance. Can you get enough BCAAs from food to enjoy these benefits? What are the best food sources? Let’s dig in!

How to Lose the COVID-19 Lockdown Weight?

July 23, 2021 at 9:59 am6 min reading

Health & Training

If you put on weight during the lockdowns, don’t worry – you’re not alone. And in the grand scheme of things, it’s not the worst thing to be left with after such an unpleasant experience. But now it’s time to shed it and get back…

5 Diet Tips That Work for Everyone – Protein

December 8, 2020 at 11:40 am5 min reading

Health & Training

You hear so much about protein nowadays. It seems like every health product is full of it – but should you be interested in protein? Is plant-based protein better? How much should everyone get? Thankfully, science shows us that there are a few things about…

How Much Protein Do You Need When Training Endurance?

June 20, 2019 at 11:12 am5 min reading

Health & Training

Protein is discussed a lot and it’s easy to get confused about how much is the right amount for you. Bodybuilders and protein-shake sellers might tell you that the more the better but others say excess protein can be harmful. Let’s take a closer look…

Nutrition for Active Seniors – Protein, Carbs, and Fat

April 16, 2019 at 10:33 am5 min reading

Health & Training

As we get older, the way we metabolize nutrients changes. Mostly, we get worse at absorbing certain vitamins and minerals but our needs for protein, carbs, and fats also shift. Let’s take a closer look at how to hit the right levels of macros when…

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A Higher Ratio of Plant to Animal-Based Protein Is Good for Your Heart

What Makes a Difference When Losing Weight? Protein, Fibre, and Flexibility

Chasing Marginal Gains – Recovery Drinks

My Approach to Nutrition in Professional Cycling by Kasia Niewiadoma

A Small Increase in Protein Intake Can Improve Your Whole Diet

Should Cyclists Use BCAAs – Food Sources

How to Lose the COVID-19 Lockdown Weight?

5 Diet Tips That Work for Everyone – Protein

How Much Protein Do You Need When Training Endurance?

Nutrition for Active Seniors – Protein, Carbs, and Fat

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