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Why NZ Origin Regarding Blackcurrants Is Important
Blackcurrants are one of the most nutritious fruits available and they have been shown to have a number of health benefits.
New Zealand Blackcurrant benefits lie in their environment, as a result ...
History and Origins of Blackcurrant in Health and Wellness
Blackcurrant is a small berry that has been gaining popularity in recent years as a key ingredient in health and wellness products. With its high levels of antioxidants and other beneficial compoun...
Sleep & Performance: Why sufficient rest is the missing piece to your training regime
Written by Jennifer Ho Sports Dietitian. MS, RD, CD.
WHY WE NEED SLEEP
The value of a good night of sleep is often underappreciated. As work and life demands increase, sleep duration tends to decr...
Blackcurrants - The immunity boosting berry to get your hands on
Written by Jennifer Ho Sports Dietitian. MS, RD, CD.
FUEL FOR THE COLD
Temperatures start to drop, blankets pile up, and anything to keep warm sounds like a great idea. Colder months of the year a...
Are you fueling adequately for training?
Written by Jennifer Ho Sports Dietitian. MS, RD, CD.
Your morning alarm goes off for training. Energy is low, but you know you have to train. You don't know what to eat when nothing sounds appetiz...
What you need to know about caffeine for sports performance
Written by Jennifer Ho Sports Dietitian. MS, RD, CD.
WHAT IS CAFFEINE?
The morning cup of coffee.
For many, it is the first step of a morning routine. A few sips down, and you are ready to take o...
Power Sports and pre-workout
Blackcurrants are high in anthocyanins, which are an important antioxidant to support your muscles during exercise. The berries were once considered a superfood and have been used in traditional me...
Speed sports and pre-workout
When it comes to pre-workout there are a lot of options out there but blackcurrant is one that has a lot of benefits for speed sports. This can help reduce muscle fatigue so you can perform better ...
Endurance sports and pre-workout
Blackcurrant's nutrients make it the ideal pre workout to boost your energy levels, and this makes it especially popular amongst athletes and fitness freaks. In endurance sports, blackcurrant can b...