Wellbeing

Pea protein is the most balanced single plant protein: high in protein, rich in lysine, smooth and mild. Brown rice protein is higher in methionine but lower in lysine, so...

The easiest way to use pea protein powder is to shake 2 tablespoons into 500 ml of water or milk, or blend it into a smoothie. It also stirs into...

Bloating, water weight, hair loss, kidneys: we separate the real creatine side effects from the myths, with what the research shows, how to keep side effects to a minimum and...

Pea protein comes in six main types. Isolate is the most refined, at around 80 to 90% protein. Concentrate is less refined, with more starch and fibre left in. Hydrolysed...

Not all creatine is created equal. Here are the 6 things to check on any label before you buy, from the form and grams per serve to testing, sweeteners and...

Some greens powders are good for gut health. Most are not. The difference comes down to four ingredients: organic leafy greens, probiotics named on the label, L-glutamine and a digestive...

How much creatine should you take, and when? Why 3 to 5g a day works, why you don’t need a loading phase, the best time of day, and what to...

Yes, you can take creatine and electrolytes together, and for many it's the simplest routine: one drink, with water, around training. Creatine works inside your muscles, electrolytes help your body...

Creatine is a natural compound your muscles use for quick bursts of energy. It's one of the most researched sports supplements in the world, and studies in women show that,...

Yes, you can bake with protein powder. I use whey protein isolate in baked oats, protein bars and cookies at 160–170°C fan-forced. The trick is to replace only a small...

Which protein shakes have no lactose? How pea, whey isolate and collagen compare, what lactose free and dairy free labels mean, and how to choose your shake.

Swap one or two meals a day for a shake and keep the rest whole food. Here’s how to start a meal replacement shake plan, with a sample day, costs...