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 […]
Now Hiring: Research Assistant Opportunity

Job Title: Research Assistant Employment Duration: Fixed Term – 1-year contract subject to a three-month trial period Location: Cape Town Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00. Flexibility required, with occasional evening and weekend commitments for events, research projects, or workshops as needed. Starting Date: Jan/Feb 2025 About The Noakes Foundation The Noakes Foundation […]
World Mental Health Day!

World Mental Health Day is observed annually on October 10th to raise awareness about mental health issues around the globe and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health. It was first celebrated in 1992 at the initiative of the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH). The day provides an opportunity for all stakeholders working […]
Rethinking Alzheimer’s: Are We Asking the Right Questions?

For decades, Alzheimer’s disease has been perceived as a natural consequence of aging or linked predominantly to genetic predisposition. We’ve accepted that age, family history, and lifestyle factors like poor sleep, lack of exercise, or even high cholesterol play their roles. But are we looking deeply enough into the real causes? Could there be a […]
The Perils of Cybercrime: How Meta Can Better Protect Users from Scams and Brandjacking

In an era where digital platforms dominate our daily lives, the issue of cybercrime has become more pressing than ever. Recently, a concerning example of this emerged with a misleading deepfake video featuring Emeritus Professor Tim Noakes, which falsely advertised “erection dysfunction pills.” Despite accruing half a million views before its removal, the incident underscores […]
The Ozempic effect: Drugs vs Diet

“Let Food Be Thy Medicine and Medicine Be Thy Food.” – a familiar phrase from Hippocrates dating back to around 400BC. While a few things may have changed in the world since then, this statement has never been more relevant. There is a rising ‘tsunami’ of chronic condition diagnoses, both physical and mental, and along […]
Psychologist contractor needed to assist cyber-victimology research

The Fake Celebrity Endorsement (FCE) project seeks to appoint a psychologist for a six-month consultancy position in September. The ideal person would be keen to research cyber-victimisation and to write about it. The psychologist’s work and payment is negotiable, but he or she would need to contribute at least ten hours of work every month […]
World Epilepsy Day: Keto diet offers recipe for seizure control

Peter Olivier was seven years old when he experienced his first seizure and was diagnosed with refractory epilepsy, a severe form of the condition, which does not respond to most prescribed treatments. At 19, Peter switched to a Ketogenic diet which helped him stay seizure-free for four years. His mother, Adrienne, believes all epilepsy patients […]
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 […]
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 […]