Menopause, or the period leading up to it, can be a very complicated time for some women, as the transformations can be so significant, both physically and psychologically. Let’s take a look at the possible symptoms and causes, and (above all!) at what you can do to get through this period in the best possible […]
Vegetarian and vegan diets call for several points of vigilance. According to an expert opinion recently shared by ANSES, epidemiological studies show that vegetarians and vegans have a less favorable nutritional status in terms of iron, iodine, vitamins B12 and D and a less favorable phosphocalcic balance than non-vegetarians, and also in terms of vitamin […]
Vegetarian and vegan diets require special attention. While the vegetarian diet provides most macro and micronutrients, the vegan diet is more prone to deficiencies, particularly with regard to certain micronutrients such as omega-3s, iron, zinc and vitamin B12 (but also calcium, iodine, vitamin D and coenzyme Q10, which will be covered in another article). Let’s […]
After a day of hiking trails or climbing peaks, a good night’s sleep is essential to recharge your batteries. In this article, I’ll show you what happens when you sleep, and how to optimize your sleep to improve your performance and recovery! Sleep, a vital function… We need to sleep just as much as we […]
What are the physiological differences between men and women? Far be it from us to write an exhaustive article, but here are a few keys to understanding your female body! Body composition Women and men differ in their body composition. Our bust size is smaller, but our legs are bigger. Women have around 10% more […]
How about brightening up your breakfasts with colorful, flavorful and nutrient-rich recipes? Quite a program, isn’t it? Here are my 10 recipe ideas for a healthy AND gourmet breakfast, sweet or savory, simple and “basic” or requiring a little more preparation. They’re all suitable for sportswomen! 1. Classic bread-based breakfast 2. Classic cereal-based breakfast (flakes) […]
Being an athletic woman and eating a vegetarian or vegan diet can lead to a lot of questions about nutrition, and rightly so. In this article, I explain why protein is essential to your health and how to cover your protein needs with the help of concrete examples of menus. Definitions In my opinion, it’s […]
Have you ever asked yourself what motivates you in your practice? Are you really aware of what brings you pleasure? In my consultations, I often hear vague answers to these questions. When they become clear, they can be surprising and not always easy to accept. In any case, they testify to the complexity of what […]
Magnesium storage, risk of deficiency, supplementation, preferred form… In this article, I’d like to tell you a little more about magnesium, the mineral that is so important yet so deficient in so many of us. A reminder of biochemistry Minerals are, as their name suggests, mineral substances contained in food and water. They are involved […]