Trifocus fitness academy - fruit juice
Is fruit juice OK for me to drink?
Fruit forms a fundamental part of a healthy nutritional plan. It’s recommended that a person eats two portions of fruit per day and three portions of vegetables. Some of the healthiest fruit that you can add to your diet include granadillas, raspberries, dates, persimmons, guava, blackberries and naartjies. So, the…
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Trifocus fitness academy - diabetic
What type of diet is good for a diabetic?
A diet that is good for diabetics is just about eating the healthiest foods in moderate amounts. The most important thing is to stick to regular mealtimes so as to maintain a constant blood sugar level. A person who suffers from diabetes should be on a healthy-eating plan that’s naturally…
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How often should children snack?
Many children eat constantly throughout the day. Snacks are good for kids. This is because they help them stay focused at school and on homework, give them needed nutrients and keep hunger at bay. A ‘snack’ – to lots of children and teens –  is a bag of crisps, some…
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Trifocus Fitness Academy - carbohydrates at night
If I eat carbohydrates at night will I put on weight?
Who has ever heard of the ‘rule’ that goes something like this: “It’s forbidden to eat carbohydrates at night!” Believe it or not, there are a lot of people who stick to this. The impression is that if you eat carbs past a certain hour, they will be instantly turned…
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Trifocus fitness academy - what is fibre
What is fibre and why is it important?
The term ‘dietary fibre’ refers to the indigestible carbohydrates found in fruit, vegetables, grains and nuts. Dietary fibre in not sound in meat and dairy products. Functional fibre consists of non-digestible carbohydrates that have beneficial physiological effects. The term ‘total fibre’ refers to dietary and functional fibre. Insoluble and soluble…
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Trifocus fitness academy - design a nutritional plan
How To Design A Nutrition Plan
Before starting anything it is wise to plan and organise how the end result will be achieved. In order for the plan to be a success, the pros and cons must be thought of and possible solutions to the cons or barriers must be thought of ahead of time to…
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Trifocus fitness academy - Nutrition Helps with Muscle Building
How Does Nutrition Helps with Muscle Building and Fat Loss?
When it comes to getting lean and building muscle, the verdict is out: nutrition plays just as important role – if not more important – than the part exercise plays. Without correct nutrition, our health and well-being will inevitably stall. Below we’re taking a look at the role nutrition plays…
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Trifocus fitness academy - best nutrition advise
The Best Nutritional Advice for Maintaining Physical Fitness
Picture your fitness like an old scale. On the one side you have exercise, and on the other side your nutrition. To maintain optimal physical fitness, the scale needs to remain balanced. This involves expending the right amount of energy for the nutrition you’ve put in. Too much food with…
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Trifocus fitness academy - nutrition courses
What Elements Are Covered In Nutrition Courses?
We all know that nutrition plays an important role in good health and fitness. ‘Nutrition’ refers to the energy or nutrients that we get from consuming food. In order to be healthy we need to eat the correct balance of nutrients (protein, carbs, fat, etc). In our attempts to eat…
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Trifocus fitness academy - diet for an athlete
What is the Best Diet for an Athlete?
Diet tips for athletes There are many diets out there – high protein, low carb; low fat; no sugar… The list is endless! But what is the best diet for an athlete, you may be wondering. In this article, we provide the answers! Load up on Carbs Carbohydrates are the…
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Trifocus fitness academy - electrolytes
What Are Electrolytes and Why Do Athletes Need to Worry About These?
You’ve heard people at gym telling you about the need to replace your lost electrolytes, usually by sipping on a sports drink after vigorous exercise. What exactly are electrolytes, how do we lose them, and why is it so important to replace lost electrolytes? This blog article answers these questions.…
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