Gyms during COVID-19; new ideas

The COVID-19 virus has changed the whole world. There is no business that’s not at least partially damaged by the action of this unpleasant crisis. Adapting to a new period of coexistence with the virus brings some innovative ways to continue a regular life. Gyms are particularly affected as they are the perfect places for

How Exercise Changes Your Skin

As we all know, exercise is beneficial to us in many ways. Do you ever wonder, whether exercise has an effect on our skin, the largest organ in our body? Exercise can give rise to both positive and negative impacts on your skin. What are the positive effects of exercise on your skin? Achieve healthy

Supplement sales increase up to 1793% but are they really helping?

If you are a supplement fan like I am, you might have asked yourself the question. Which supplements are actually worth taking to boost my immune system during COVID-19. Since the outbreak, there has been a sharp increase in the demand for dietary supplements. Sales tripled for the supplement firm Healthspan in Britain in only

4 platforms for Free Courses on Health, Fitness and Nutrition

Yes, we are still in lockdown. But instead of worrying about the future we can look for opportunities. Free opportunities, right in front of us. It can be difficult to stay motivated when everyday seems to be getting longer and longer. I know how it can feel, but as long as you have an internet

Discover the Forgotten Power of Adaptogens

A secret pill to battle stress, increase performance and focus surely is too good to be true. Yet, adaptogens have been used for thousands of years in the Americas, and especially in eastern cultures. They “could be the most important class of plants that we are going to find in the 21st century,” according to

How to stay sane during the COVID-19 crisis

Since a few days the buzzing city of Amsterdam is quiet. The world seems to be in chaos. Italy is in full quarantine and other countries are following the same approach. Borders are being shut and people are stuck in foreign countries. There is no doubt that many people are scared about their own health

Stainless Steel vs. Plastic – Pros and Cons

If you look around today, there are many choices when it comes to reusable water bottles. Some well known brands include Camelbak, Nalgene or Dopper, here in the Netherlands. Sometimes it’s hard to make a decision with which bottle to go. Let’s take a look at some of the bottles that are out there, and

My Journey from Germany to Kenya

Part 1 When I was 11 years old, an event was about to happen that changed the course of my life forever. The day was just another dull day in Germany. Sitting in the school bus on the way home I had already forgotten every single word that the teacher’s had spoken to me. I

7 Great Alternatives to Whey Protein

The global plant-based protein market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.1% from 2019 to reach $14.32 billion by 2025. [1] The demand for alternative protein sources is increasing all over the world. Companies are now responding, putting all kinds of plant based products on the market. Maybe you have heard about hemp

Animal Protein v.s Plant Protein

One of the hottest debates at the moment is about protein. Which one is ultimately better for us? It is understandable that with our current meat production and mass animal slaughter, a number of people have become vegan or vegetarian. I did too for a while, but now I eat meat again. Let’s take a