Category Archives: Carbohydrate

Why Do Carbohydrate Foods Make You Tired?

Posted on July 24, 2020 by Robert Barrington

Many people are aware that high carbohydrate foods can make them drowsy. The reason for this is well understood and relates to the way that carbohydrate foods cause the release of insulin. Insulin is a hormone that is responsible for … Continue reading →

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Good Carb, Bad Carb

Posted on April 6, 2019 by Robert Barrington
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High Carbohydrate Diets: No Energy Restriction Required

Posted on March 9, 2018 by Robert Barrington

Weight loss has become an important topic as more people struggle to maintain their normal body weight. The exact causes of obesity are complex, but one of the main drivers is the presence of high amounts of refined crystalline sugar … Continue reading →

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How To Make An Infant Sleep for Longer

Posted on March 7, 2018 by Robert Barrington

It is well established that diet can have a pronounced effect on sleep. Both caffeine and alcohol can for example disrupt sleep. Also, it is known that the macronutrient (fat, protein and carbohydrate) content of the diet can affect sleep. … Continue reading →

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The Stress, Irritable Bowel, Sugar Link

Posted on January 23, 2018 by Robert Barrington

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a condition characterised by abdominal pain and erratic bowel habits. Both stress and diet have been associated with the development of irritable bowel syndrome, and it is possible that these two factors interact in sensitive … Continue reading →

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The Nutritional Value of Mushrooms

Posted on January 10, 2018 by Robert Barrington

Much has been made of the vitamin D content of ultraviolet irradiated mushrooms. And for good reason, as mushrooms can be an excellent source of vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol). However, mushrooms have been shown to be a good source of a … Continue reading →

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What Is Sugar?

Posted on December 10, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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Carbohydrate Terminology

Posted on August 30, 2017 by Robert Barrington

Within different scientific disciplines, terminology shows variety. The terminology surrounding carbohydrates in science and nutrition is an interesting example, and possibly worthy of further consideration. To a biochemist for example, a carbohydrate is an organic molecule containing carbon, hydrogen and … Continue reading →

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Undernutrition

Posted on August 29, 2017 by Robert Barrington

Undernutrition can be defined as a condition whereby the amount of nutrients required by an individual is not met. This often refers to the macronutrients in the form of energy from carbohydrate and fat, as well as nitrogen from protein. … Continue reading →

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Post Workout Nutrition

Posted on August 22, 2017 by Robert Barrington

They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and at this time you should eat like a king. This may be true, but post workout nutrition is arguably a close second, and certainly provides another opportunity to … Continue reading →

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