Written by R.S Jacobs Nowadays, there is so much information available about BMI, body fat, body weight and many often contradictory methods of deciding what your optimum weight or fat percentage should be. Perhaps you have wondered what your body fat composition should be, and found it hard to decide which method was the best … Continue reading Abdominal Fat Ratio: LWW Millimeter Rule
Does Smoking Affect Fitness?
Written by R. S Jacobs Before I get down to business, let me begin this with a very alarming fact: smoking is the biggest underlying cause of death across the entire planet. Whether it be first or second-hand (passive) smoking, cigarettes are the main killer “drug” readily available on our streets. It is considered in … Continue reading Does Smoking Affect Fitness?
Effects of Alcohol on Health & Fitness
Written by R. S Jacobs To put it bluntly, alcohol offers zero nutritional value and not only that, it has a detrimental impact on essential functions which takes a very serious toll on the body. I couldn’t find one single health benefit of drinking alcohol, despite the fact that many people use it as a … Continue reading Effects of Alcohol on Health & Fitness
Why Carbs are Essential to Weight Loss and Good Health
Written by R. S Jacobs Over the last decade, carbs seem to have had a bad reputation in the health and fitness industry, especially those who are trying to lose weight. There is no question that we have an increasing obesity crisis in the world and the main culprit seems to be carbs. Therefore, let's … Continue reading Why Carbs are Essential to Weight Loss and Good Health
How Oral Hygiene Affects Your Health
Written by R. S Jacobs Your mouth (aka oral or buccal cavity) plays a vital role in ensuring we maintain a good all-round health in more ways than you can begin to imagine! Think about it practically, your mouth is the main entrance for the essentials of life such as food, water and air. It … Continue reading How Oral Hygiene Affects Your Health
Health Benefits of Drinking Water
Written by R. S Jacobs Have you noticed that the health and fitness industry is largely focused on external physical health, but very little is discussed on how important internal health is in achieving our goals? Remember as kids, our parents would always reiterate the importance of drinking water, even when all we want is … Continue reading Health Benefits of Drinking Water