You may have noticed that as you get older, it is harder to maintain your usual weight. Many women gain weight when they cross over the threshold of menopause, especially around their waistline. On average, weight gain can be 0.5 kg (1 lb) per year, up to 2 to 4 kg (4.5 to 9 lbs) in total. But did you know that this weight gain can be avoided? Read this article to learn how to prevent weight gain during menopause.

In the last few years, BCAA supplements (Branched-Chain Amino Acids) have become very popular with people that workout. They take them with the intention of preventing muscle breakdown, stimulating muscle mass gain, promoting muscle recovery and reducing fatigue during endurance training. But are they really useful? Read this article to find out!

Although a vegan diet has many benefits, it can sometimes cause digestive symptoms related to Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). This is because many plant-based foods are high in FODMAPs. Following a low FODMAP diet and a vegan diet together can seem difficult and discouraging, since you may feel that you have to eliminate all the foods that you are used to eating. Read this article to get five tips to help you be successful while following a low FODMAP and vegan diet.

Turmeric is an orange-yellow spice originating from South Asia and is particularly popular in Indian cuisine, hence its nickname “Indian Saffron”. Its active ingredient, a polyphenol called curcumin, gives it antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Thus, it can be increasingly found in the form of supplements and in various products. So, can it be useful to take a supplement? Read this article to learn more!

An optimal diet offers numerous benefits for active children or adolescents. It can help improve energy levels, avoid deficiencies, recover after training sessions, prevent injuries, and optimize performance. However, many young athletes do not eat a balanced diet and could benefit from small simple changes. Read this article to get 4 tips to optimize nutrition for young athletes.