Health Is a Human Right: Addressing Inequality in South Africa
Health is not a luxury; it is a fundamental human right. Yet in a society marked by persistent inequality, the right to health is not experienced equally. Human Rights Day reminds us of the struggle for dignity and justice in South Africa’s history. It is also an opportunity to reflect on the inequalities that continue […]
World Kidney Day: Your Body’s Filters Under Pressure
Every day, your kidneys filter almost 180 litres of blood (the same amount of fluid that fills an average bathtub), quietly removing waste, balancing fluids and electrolytes, regulating blood pressure, and even helping produce red blood cells. Most of the time, you never notice them working. They simply do their job in the background. But […]
Manage Your Energy, Not Your Time
Why feeling exhausted isn’t always a scheduling problem There is a quiet assumption built into modern life that if you are tired, overwhelmed, or struggling to keep up, the problem must be poor time management. Somewhere between productivity podcasts and colour-coded planners, many of us have absorbed the idea that better organisation is the answer […]
“Man Up for Your Health: The Noakes Way” Men’s Health Month 2025: Strengthening Health Through Purpose, Prevention, and Nutrition
Observed annually in June, Men’s Health Month serves as a global platform to raise awareness about preventable health conditions and to encourage early detection and treatment among men and boys. The campaign calls for greater focus on men’s wellness, recognising the interplay between biological, social, and cultural factors that together impact health outcomes. This year’s […]
Calling all the masterminds behind the athletes—the coaches, trainers, nutritionists.
Calling all the masterminds behind the athletes—the coaches, trainers, nutritionists, and support staff who keep the wheels turning and the gains growing! We’re on a mission to learn what you think about pork. Yep, pork. The protein powerhouse that sparks debates and graces (or avoids) plates around the world. Whether you’re all-in on pork as […]
Navigating Your Banting/LCHF or Keto Journey: A 10-Step Transformation Guide
Introduction Embarking on a journey to change your lifestyle, especially when it comes to diet, is no small feat. Transitioning from a standard diet to a Banting/LCHF or Keto-based lifestyle requires careful planning, commitment, understanding… and patience. This guide will walk you through a 10-step plan to make this change effectively, ensuring that you not […]
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 […]
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. […]
Macronutrient Consumption vs Weight Loss over time while on LCHF
Get creative with alternatives to expensive Banting products
Welcome onto this edition of The Ask Prof Noakes Podcast. Brad Brown has a fabulous question for Prof Noakes today. Les wants to know why are the banting products on sale so expensive. She’s a pensioner and can’t afford the Banting products that they sell. There is knowledge that the Noakes Foundation is working on […]