What we get wrong about metabolism

Energy metabolism is the process where your body converts food into usable energy. It’s an ongoing interplay of digestion, absorption, cellular respiration and nutrient transport that fuels everything

Think it’s trickier now to stay slim than it was in your 20s? Sadly, you’re right. But the good news is, you can still turn things around if you discover what’s preventing you from shedding unwanted p

he quest for better midlife health usually begins with a shocking photo. Who is that tired person in the pic? A stressful house move, work challenges and a slide into my 40s had left me feeling old. I

Feeling energised all day isn’t just about how much you eat, it’s about what you eat and how your body uses it. Energy isn’t only about calories, but the quality of those calories and the nutrients th

Many people who aren’t getting their weekly recommended amount of exercise – that’s 150 minutes of moderate intensity activity like brisk walking, or 75 minutes of vigorous intensity activity such as

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