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Triage theory and its application to health and performance.
Due to a complex interaction of geological and environmental factors, periods of micronutrient deficiency were likely common throughout human evolution. It makes sense that the body would have mechanisms in... Read more...
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What is metabolic performance?
You may have heard the term metabolism before. But what does it mean, and how does it apply to you? Here at Radix, we strive to create a range of... Read more...
Defining the future of protein quality.
Defining the future of protein quality.
Here at Radix, we’ve used the DIAAS score to guide the development of the most effective, technologically advanced protein on the market. Using the DIAAS score to drive the improvement... Read more...
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Carbohydrates for metabolic performance.
Carbohydrates consist of sugar molecules found as both simple structures or longer, more complex chains [2]. They are the body’s most efficient energy source for metabolism and cellular processes. There... Read more...
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Fats for metabolic performance.
Fats are a critical part of any diet, providing the body with its primary source of long term stored energy. Many other metabolic pathways, such as membrane formation and hormonal... Read more...
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Vitamins & minerals for metabolic performance.
The term micronutrients is a broad classification that includes both vitamins and minerals.  Vitamins are organic (carbon-based) compounds produced by living organisms, such as plants and animals. Read more...
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The role of the microbiome in metabolic performance.
The microbiome is an aspect of nutrition that often gets overlooked, especially in the athletic community. However, our bodies have co-evolved with thousands of species of bacteria, to the point... Read more...
Nutrition guide for ultra-endurance.
Nutrition guide for ultra-endurance.
Ultra-endurance refers to your body’s capacity to sustain exercise for a very long time period. It is mainly determined by the body’s ability to generate and utilise energy through multiple... Read more...
Nutrition guide for endurance athletes.
Nutrition guide for endurance athletes.
Endurance refers to your body’s capacity to sustain exercise for an extended period. It is determined largely by the ability to distribute oxygen around the body and utilise it for... Read more...
Nutrition guide for strength and power.
Nutrition guide for strength and power.
Strength and power are two terms that generally refer to short, explosive exercise efforts. They are essential components of many sports, and athletes often develop specialised training to maximise their... Read more...
Why our v8 meals are all Plant-based.
Why our v8 meals are all Plant-based.
Our move to an entirely Plant-based meal range is a step forward in our journey to develop nutritional products of the highest quality. At Radix, our priority is to create... Read more...
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Protein for metabolic performance.
Protein is an essential nutrient that mainly serves as the “building blocks” for the cells in our bodies. It is a broad term that accounts for a vast number of... Read more...