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Shin Splints and Running: Why it Happens and What to do About it

February 17 '23

Shin Splints and Running: Why it Happens and What to do About it

If you are a runner there is no doubt you have heard of shin splints, this frustrating injury causes pain along the shin bone (tibia). Perhaps, this injury delayed your marathon training or stopped you from attending the Park Run on Saturday morning. This wouldn’t be uncommon, as it is thought that around 35% of runners will experience this injury at some point in their training (1). Read on to find out what you can do about it!2

Yasmin Palfrey,

L-Glutamine for Gut Health

February 17 '23

L-Glutamine for Gut Health

One of the latest wellness trends on social media platforms like TikTok is the promotion of l-glutamine supplements for gut health. Let’s break this down from an evidence-based perspective.

Fuelling Your Training Through the Menstrual Cycle

February 13 '23

Fuelling Your Training Through the Menstrual Cycle

When we think of the menstrual cycle, it’s common to think just about having a period. But there is more to the menstrual cycle than just a period, with various changes taking place within our body throughout the cycle. This article will explore how hormones affect our nutritional needs and diet, specifically in the context of the menstrual cycle.

Fad Diet Red Flags to Watch Out For

February 6 '23

Fad Diet Red Flags to Watch Out For

We are often sold promises of detoxing, losing so many pounds in as many days, or what the hottest celebrity diet is and how we can ‘look like them, too’, often, these fad or ‘crash’ diets are risky, unbalanced and harmful.

Sports Supplements Worth a Place in Your Stack

January 30 '23

Sports Supplements Worth a Place in Your Stack

The world of sports nutrition is continuing to evolve and can be a midfield to navigate, especially at the start of the year when every company is trying to sell you their self-proclaimed “miracle” supplements. This article will give an overview of the sports supplements backed by science so that you can make an informed decision about the supplements worth your money and a place in your stack!

Hey Doc, Why am I Always Getting Sick?

January 27 '23

Hey Doc, Why am I Always Getting Sick?

This time of year, as a GP, I have patients asking why they are ‘constantly getting sick? Heres the thing, over winter it is common for people to pick up viruses and winter bugs and it can be pretty hard to completely avoid them. That said, when can we know if we’re sick too frequently? And what can we do about it?

Dr Nirja Joshi,

Tips for an Easier Cervical Smear

January 23 '23

Tips for an Easier Cervical Smear

If you’ve received the letter inviting you to your smear test, or just want to learn more about the test, you’re in the right place - read on!

Dr Nirja Joshi,

Nutrition Considerations for the Vegan Athlete

January 19 '23

Nutrition Considerations for the Vegan Athlete

Whether you’re thinking of trying Veganuary, reducing your meat or dairy intake this year, or are an experienced vegan, this article will give you the information you need to support your health and training.

How to Fuel Your Next 10k Run

December 12 '22

How to Fuel Your Next 10k Run

This article will break down how to fuel for your next 10k run to give you the best opportunity to hit a new personal best.

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

November 25 '22

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) are names that refer to the same syndrome which encompasses many symptoms, most commonly characterised by extreme tiredness (1). In this article, Dr Nirja Joshi is exploring its symptoms, how it affects our lifestyles, the treatments available, and more.

Dr Nirja Joshi,

What to Consider When Buying Protein Powder

November 14 '22

What to Consider When Buying Protein Powder

With so many types of protein powders on the market, it can be hard to know what is best for you. This article will cover everything that you need to consider before committing to a powder.

A Sport's Dietitian's Take on CrossFit's Nutrition Advice

November 7 '22

A Sport's Dietitian's Take on CrossFit's Nutrition Advice

The popularity of CrossFit is growing, and due to the high demands of the sport, it means adequate nutrition is important to support both performance and health. Here is a sports dietitian's take on CrossFit’s nutrition advice, and what CrossFit athletes need to know about nutrition.

Is Running Bad for Your Knees?

November 1 '22

Is Running Bad for Your Knees?

If you are a runner, there is no doubt you have heard that running may be bad for your joints, and in particular the knees. Perhaps you are new to running and considering getting your running shoes out so that you can reap the many rewards associated with running, such as improved cardiovascular health or mood-boosting effects – to name a few (1). However, perhaps you have read online, or have been told, that running isn’t actually very good for your joints or knees? Confused? Let’s break it down.

Yasmin Palfrey,

How to Support Your Recovery From a Workout

October 31 '22

How to Support Your Recovery From a Workout

The right nutrition can help fuel our workouts so that we can perform well, but it can also enhance recovery too. This article will break down how nutrition can support your recovery from your workout and provide you with some inspiration so that you can get the most out of your sessions.

Cholesterol: Do You Know Your Numbers?

October 27 '22

Cholesterol: Do You Know Your Numbers?

Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in the body. It is not inherently bad; some cholesterol is essential to build cells and make vitamins and hormones. However, too much cholesterol can be problematic so this article explores what causes high cholesterol and the numbers we should know.

Dr Nirja Joshi,

How to Fuel Your Workout

October 23 '22

How to Fuel Your Workout

This article will break down the purpose of fuelling before and during your workout, what to aim for and provide you with some inspiration so that you can get the most out of your sessions.

Endometriosis: Why Does it Take So Long to Diagnose?

October 20 '22

Endometriosis: Why Does it Take So Long to Diagnose?

Endometriosis is an incredibly common condition, but is notoriously under-diagnosed. It is thought that it takes on average 8 years for women in the UK to be diagnosed with endometriosis after their first presentation to their GP (1). This article will outline what endometriosis is – and why it takes so long to be diagnosed.

Dr Nirja Joshi,

3 Things to Consider Tracking When it Comes to Your Training

October 17 '22

3 Things to Consider Tracking When it Comes to Your Training

If I were to ask you “how much has your training progressed over the last 12 weeks”, would you be able to give me an accurate answer and provide training data to show me exactly what has improved, and by how much? Don’t worry if you wouldn't be able to, many people can’t, but you should be able to! So here's where to start.