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Exploring nutrition science and everyday food patterns
Our Nutrition Education Series
The following articles provide detailed explanations of nutrition concepts and energy balance. Each explores a different aspect of how our bodies interact with food and activity.
What is Energy Balance and Why Does it Matter?
A comprehensive exploration of how energy intake and expenditure relate to body composition. Learn about the fundamental concept behind how food and activity influence our bodies.
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Role of Proteins, Fats and Carbohydrates in Everyday Eating
A descriptive overview of macronutrients and how they function in daily nutrition. Understand the different roles of proteins, fats and carbohydrates without prescriptive advice.
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How Daily Movement Affects Energy Expenditure
General information about how movement and activity patterns influence energy expenditure. Explore the relationship between daily activity and overall energy balance.
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Our blog articles are written to explain concepts, not to prescribe actions. Each article provides educational information about nutrition science with the goal of helping readers understand how nutrition and energy balance work.
We focus on explaining mechanisms, describing roles of different foods, and providing scientific context. Our approach is educational and exploratory rather than prescriptive.
Each article acknowledges the complexity of nutrition and the variation between individuals. We avoid oversimplified claims and instead provide nuanced information based on established nutrition science.
For personalised guidance specific to your individual circumstances, please consult with qualified healthcare or nutrition professionals.
Educational content only. No medical services. No promises of outcomes. These articles provide general informational material and do not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. Individual circumstances vary significantly.
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