National Obesity Week 2023 Beyond National Obesity Week: A Continuous Quest for Health
As we observe National Obesity Week (16 – 19 October 2023), it’s crucial to question how our society has arrived at this point. The alarming surge in obesity rates is not a random occurrence but a result of complex, intertwined factors. The modern way of living has made us all a little too comfortable, with […]
National Nutrition Week 2023 Questioning Nutritional Guidelines: Are They Truly Healthy?
As South Africa commemorates National Nutrition Week from October 9 to 15, we’re diving deep into the vital role that nutrition plays in our lives. This year’s theme, “Feel Good with Food“, reminds us that making the right food choices isn’t just about what’s on our plates – it’s about building healthier lives and communities. […]
Eat better SA and Nutrition Network Join Forces: Fighting Human Health Decline With The New Group Facilitation Training
Eat Better South Africa! (EBSA) is a community-based outreach programme working to benefit and improve the health and nutritional education of local community members in South Africa. We aim to bring positive change in communities across South Africa by utilising a grass-roots technique. We implement a community-based approach, whereby we engage, build and manage through […]
Prof Noakes recognised yet again as a top scientist in his field!
It is with delight that we announce Prof Noakes being recognised for his years of hard work and dedication in the field of nutritional sciences and sports medicine. Prof Noakes has ranked 2028 (all citations) and 1696 (self-citations excluded) out of 100 000 top-cited scientists across all disciplines according to an article published by PLoS […]
National Obesity Week: Obesity and its impact on our nation, cost of living and the state
Obesity has become a worldwide pandemic in its own right. Not only does excessive weight gain come with a barrage of health issues, but also has severe implications on one’s psychological health. Obesity rates in South Africa have steadily increased over the years, especially in the younger population. This should serve as a notable warning […]
National Nutrition Week: The importance of an LCHF, whole foods lifestyle.
It’s National Nutrition Week, and we are taking a closer look at the importance of an LCHF, whole foods lifestyle for metabolic health. In recent months, it has been more important than ever to eat healthily and stay active during the pandemic. Naturally, the world has turned to consuming less refined products and rather opting […]
Diabetes and its effect on the immune system
In recent months the world has and continues to experience a grand collision between two global pandemics, that of COVID-19 and that of Type 2 Diabetes. While the coronavirus pandemic is due to a novel virus, a virus that has not previously been faced by the immune system, a concept that is natural and occurs […]
Nutrition Network Online Course
The Nutrition Network has officially launched the Professional Training in LCHF/Ketogenic Nutrition & Treatment Online Course! The online training is the first of its kind and is presented by national and international medical and allied healthcare experts in their field, on a range of topics related to LCHF nutrition and its implementation into clinical practice. Speaker line […]
THE NOAKES FOUNDATION LAUNCHES NUTRITION NETWORK: WORLD’S FIRST PROFESSIONAL TRAINING IN LCHF
Prof Noakes and The Noakes Foundation are at it again! Last weekend marked the launch of the world’s first LCHF/Banting/Keto Training for Professionals. The Nutrition Network, designed to support medical professionals and allied health workers in implementing LCHF (low carb high fat) eating in their practice, concluded on Saturday and was held at the beautiful […]
Showcasing Dr Jamie Smith – Nutrition Network Speaker
