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Vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin. This means that it dissolves in water and is delivered to the body’s tissues but is not well stored, so it must be taken daily through food or supplements. Vitamin C plays a role in controlling infections and healing wounds,

Stephanie Baker, Elara's Head Nutritionist, shares how to tailor your nutrition across different phases of the Menstrual Cycle so you can take advantage of your hormones and provide the right nutrients to your body.

Iron is an essential mineral that helps your body produce red blood cells and carry oxygen throughout your body. Iron deficiency can lead to fatigue, dizziness, pale skin and hair loss. Foods rich in Iron Vegetable-based sources rich in iron * Spinach * Broccoli * Soybeans * Legumes * Sunflower Seeds * Pumpkin Seeds * Tofu * Quinoa

Seed Cycling is a trend that has picked up popularity especially in the last two years and, although there is no real scientific research to back seed cycling specifically, there is research supporting the benefits of individual seeds.

Without a continuous input of nutrients and sufficient calories, needed to perform both mental and physical activities, your body can move into a state of lethargy or low energy. So how exactly does nutrition affect your energy levels?

Studies have linked eating out with poorer food choices and overeating. If you eat out often carefully, consider how it fits into your overall diet. We share 14 clever tips to help you stay healthy when eating out

When learning about nutrition and how to eat a healthier diet, understanding macronutrients (macros) will help you make informed decisions when choosing what to eat. This can be a slightly confusing topic so we tried to simplify it by providing a practical example which you can find at the end

The follicular phase of your cycle starts on the first day of menstruation and ends with ovulation. The change in hormones during this time will affect your energy levels, strength [https://elara.care/health-and-wellness/how-does-the-menstrual-cycle-affect-your-physical-performance/] , and mental focus [https://elara.care/cycle-hormones/how-do-hormones-affect-our-mental-and-emotional-wellbeing/] . hence it is recommended that you know

The Luteal Phase is the second half of your menstrual cycle. It occurs after ovulation and before menstruation, typically lasting around 14-16 days. You can learn more about the luteal phase in our latest article: "Luteal Phase - What it is and how it impacts you" What to eat during

On average Ovulation happens around days 14-15 of the menstrual cycle. This is the phase when a new egg begins the process of preparing its descent down the fallopian tubes to then enter the uterus in order to settle down with an upcoming sperm. During this phase, we are at

In this post, we will cover how our nutrition should change at different stages of the menstrual cycle. Key points covered * The impact the menstrual cycle has on performance and training * What training is better for different phases of the menstrual cycle * What foods are better to consume during different