How much fluid should you drink daily?
Welcome onto this episode of The Ask Prof Noakes Podcast. Our question today is about water and fluids. Brad Brown asks Prof Noakes what the ideal is when it comes to drinking water and fluids. People are saying you should drink 8 glasses a day. Others are saying the more you drink the better. What’s […]
The Effect of the HPCSA Verdict
On Friday the 21st of April the verdict of the HPCSA enquiry into Prof Noakes will be announced. The HPCSA charged Prof Noakes with unprofessional conduct for giving unconventional advice over social media (Twitter) – the onus of proving that the advice was unconventional is on the HPCSA. Prof Noakes and his expert witnesses delivered […]
Weight Loss – is it all about calories in and calories out?
Welcome to this edition of The Ask Prof Noakes Podcast. Brad Brown has a question for Prof Noakes relating to weight loss. This listener wants to know if you must be in ketosis to lose weight or fat, or is low carb enough? Whether your carb count is 30g or 90g a day, is low […]
Should birthday cakes be allowed at school?
Welcome onto this edition of The Ask Prof Noakes Podcast. Brad Brown has a good question regarding birthday cakes for kids. He finds out from Prof Noakes what his view is on kinder gardens and junior schools allowing parents to bring cakes for every child’s birthday. Could this be part of a bigger problem? Are […]
Sleep and Stress – how this affects your health
Welcome to this edition of The Ask Prof Noakes Podcast. Today, Brad Brown discusses a question with Prof Noakes, something that affects us all at some stage, regarding sleep and stress. Everything works together when staying healthy. Nothing works in isolation. A listener wants to know what effect does sleep quality have on insulin metabolism […]
The True Cost of The HPCSA Enquiry
As the verdict of Professor Noakes’ HPCSA enquiry draws closer, we take a look at the financial toll the investigation has taken and can’t help but ask ourselves – was it all worth it? The HPCSA charged Prof Noakes with unprofessional conduct for giving unconventional advice over social media. In order for the complainants to […]
The HBA1C Blood Test
The HBA1C test is perhaps the best overall marker of insulin resistance, it measures your average blood glucose levels over an 8-12 week period, allowing you to predict whether you are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The test is offered at most blood test centers, get yours done today!
Sugar-free drinks and Insulin – how they work together
Welcome to today’s edition of The Ask Prof Noakes Podcast. We’ve spoken about sugar and sugary drinks a lot on the podcast. Also, we’ve chatted about diet sugar-free drinks, the fizzy drinks. Brad Brown finds out from Prof Noakes if there is an insulin response when drinking sugar free fizzy drinks? If you would like to […]
In Ketosis vs fat adapted – What’s the difference?
Welcome onto this edition of The Ask Prof Noakes Podcast. Today Brad Brown discusses with Prof. Noakes, the question of being in ketosis and being fully fat adapted. Is there a difference or is it the same thing? Prof. Noakes sheds some light on this interesting question. Listen to this podcast to find out how you […]
HPCSA Enquiry into Prof Noakes – Unprecedented
The Professional Conduct Committee has heard the arguments from both Prof Tim Noakes and the HPCSA. Now they are left to make a decision which will undoubtedly rock the world of health and nutrition – no matter the outcome. Never before has a registered medical professional been subjected to disciplinary proceedings because of a […]