Understanding Diabetes: Types, Differences, and Hope for Remission
Diabetes has become a common diagnosis worldwide, yet the nuances between its types and the possibilities for management and even remission remain less understood. Here at The Noakes Foundation, we delve beyond traditional viewpoints, challenging mainstream science and exploring the powerful potential of lifestyle interventions. In this article, we’ll explore what diabetes is, clarify the […]
Embracing Health After a Hysterectomy: The Role of the LCHF Lifestyle
Understanding Hysterectomy A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of a woman’s uterus. This operation can be total, where both the uterus and cervix are removed, or partial, where only the uterus is taken out. There are several reasons why a woman might undergo a hysterectomy. Common causes include: Uterine Fibroids: These […]
Overcoming Type 2 Diabetes: My Journey to Health and Fitness
In 2010, at just 37 years old, I received the life-altering diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. It wasn’t entirely unexpected, given the strong family history of diabetes and hypertension. Initially, my treatment involved insulin injections to manage my blood sugar levels. Upon discharge from the hospital, I was prescribed oral medications and put on a […]
Alison and David’s Weight Loss Journey
I am Alison and my partner is David. The pandemic arrives!! David is working in a security environment for a University and I am working in a Corporate establishment in HR working from home as everybody else in the world – feeling scared. As the virus became more dangerous and lockdown started to arrive – […]
Hiring of Researcher
The Noakes Foundation is seeking to appoint a researcher to assist with research projects in the areas of our three research themes namely: Evaluating Nutrition Education in Under-Resourced Communities. Nutritional Effects of Insulin Resistance Academic Free Speech and Digital Voices The ideal candidate will have a background in public health, biology, physiology, etc, and […]
Exercise and Diabetes: Striking the Right Balance for a Healthier Life and Wallet
Navigating life with diabetes is comparable to a daily tightrope walk, a balancing act demanding precision in health management while also acknowledging the financial strain it imposes on our wallets. Beyond its physiological toll, diabetes often casts a looming shadow on our financial stability, as the costs associated with diabetes care are a serious reality […]
Meet our newest Ambassador Richard Smith
We are so excited to announce that Richard Smith ‘AS SEEN ON TV‘ The UK’s leading nutrition expert will be joining The Noakes Foundation as an Ambassador. He is dedicated to teaching his followers about REAL health and nutrition, dispelling many of the myths and common misconceptions regarding healthy living. What inspired you to become […]
Testimonial: My weight loss experience on a low carbohydrate diet
Starting my weight loss journey: I have no medical qualifications. Accordingly, I am only able to explain my personal weight loss experience. The reader is advised to discuss what I have set out in this document with their own doctor before deciding if a low-carbohydrate diet is suitable for them. For many decades I struggled […]
National Candy Month: Revealing the Sweet Deception
National Candy Month has been celebrated in the United States every June since its establishment by the National Confectioners Association (NCA) in 1974. The NCA is a trade organization that has contributed to over $42 billion in retail sales by distributing candies, chocolates, and confectionery products. As a result, the United States boasts the largest […]
LCHF Diet on Diabetes and Athletes
LCHF Diet on Diabetes and Athletes Last week on the 8th of June we commemorated Noakes Day, a day to recognize The Noakes Foundation’s founder and scientist, Prof Tim Noakes. Prof Noakes is well known for his influences on the scientific community and for his groundbreaking research in South Africa and all around the world. […]