Beyond Medication: The Science of LCHF Diets for Mental Wellness
Navigating the turmoil of anxiety, panic attacks, mood swings, irritability, or emotional eating can feel overwhelming, especially when traditional treatments don’t always fully deliver. Recent research spotlights Low-Carb High-Fat (LCHF) diets, including ketogenic therapy, as a promising metabolic strategy to improve mental health symptoms naturally and effectively. LCHF diets limit carbohydrate intake and increase healthy […]
National Nutrition Week 9-15 October 2025: Get Back to Basics & Choose Health Every Day
Good nutrition is the cornerstone of lasting health. The foods we choose shape our energy, mood, immunity, and vitality; influencing not just how we feel today, but how we thrive in the years ahead. This National Nutrition Week, The Noakes Foundation and Eat Better South Africa (EBSA) invite everyone to reframe how you think about […]
World Food Day 2025: What Makes Food “Real” and Why It Matters
Food is not just something we eat or something to help us feel “less hungry”; it’s a foundation of health, culture, and society. But in our modern world, where packaged convenience has become the norm, is it possible that the meaning of “food” has been lost? Today, much of what we consume is ultra-processed food, […]
World Arthritis Day: Genetic Factors May Load the Gun, but Environmental Factors Pull the Trigger: How Low-Carb Eating Could Help Ease Arthritis
Every year on October 12th, World Arthritis Day, millions of people around the world come together to raise awareness about one of the most common and often misunderstood chronic conditions. Arthritis doesn’t just affect “old bones.” It’s a complex, inflammatory condition that can strike at any age and is one of the leading causes of […]
Questioning the Science is Not Misinformation – It’s the Essence of Progress
This month, the Changing Markets Foundation released its Meat vs EAT-Lancet report, which frames academics, doctors, and health advocates who questioned the EAT-Lancet Commission’s dietary recommendations as “mis-influencers.” Among those named is Professor Tim Noakes, whose work through The Noakes Foundation has challenged conventional nutrition dogma and reshaped how we think about health. The report […]
Beware of Fake “Diabetes Cure” Scams Using Prof. Tim Noakes’ Name
It started with a worried email. Someone had just spent their hard-earned money on a product they believed was endorsed by Prof. Tim Noakes, a so-called miracle “diabetes cure.” They had seen his photo, even a video clip, claiming that he personally recommended a blend of exotic extracts. The promise was bold: reverse diabetes in […]
World Alzheimer’s Day: Remembering Together, Acting Today
On September 21st, the world observes World Alzheimer’s Day. This day serves as a moment to raise awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, which collectively affect over 55 million people worldwide, and could include the impact on families and caregivers: Dementia does not just touch individuals; it reshapes families, communities, and entire […]
Why the Wrong Diet Can Be as Risky as the Wrong Dose
World Patient Safety Day reminds us that safety in healthcare extends far beyond medication; it encompasses the food on our plates. For people living with type 1 diabetes, diet is not just about managing weight or energy; it is a cornerstone of safety, as critical as the correct insulin dose. A new 2025 systematic review […]
Raising Healthy Kids in a Junk Food World
This week, UNICEF released a sobering report (1): childhood obesity has officially overtaken underweight as the most common form of malnutrition worldwide. Almost 1 in 10 school-aged children is now living with obesity. It’s a shocking statistic, but a worrying reality, made even more concerning by the fact that many parents and caregivers don’t always […]
From Waiting Room to Wake-Up Call: Dunoon’s Outreach in Motion
On Tuesday, 09 September, the Dunoon Community Health Centre became a vibrant space for connection, education, and personal empowerment. The Noakes Foundation and Eat Better South Africa team set up in the waiting area for a special outreach event, bringing science, support and stories of hope directly to the community. We were joined by Diane […]