A Beginner’s Guide to Intermittent Fasting
Intermittent fasting seems to be all the rage right now and with very good reason. We first heard about fasting from Jason Fung. We have since done much research on the subject and believe in its many benefits. In fact, we have incorporated it into our new diet Banting 2.0. Intermittent fasting means giving your […]
The Science of Group Support vs Individual Care
Using diet and lifestyle, especially in a group setting, to treat obesity and diabetes, is a real thing as shown in the study published in the South African Medical Journal in August 2016. Recently, a collection of Canadian and South African doctors (including Noakes) studied the effects of diet and lifestyle on groups of individuals […]
A year of Banting and a combined weight loss of 85kgs
Husband and wife, Nina and Rowan, have been inspiring us for many months with their fabulous Banting journey. And they continue to inspire us. A year into their Banting journey and they are still going strong! Nina has lost 48kgs, and she is over the moon. “I cannot express how well I feel. The health […]
James Knott Believes That A Healthy Lifestyle Is About Addressing The Causes, Not The Symptoms
James Knott believes that treating health issues is about addressing the cause and not the symptoms. James has travelled the world and came to this conclusion while spending time in Asia. This view is very much in line with the Banting lifestyle. Ultimately, Banting is about remoulding your lifestyle for your health and wellbeing. A […]
Banting Athlete to Swim from New York to London
Michael Ventre is a full-time IT infrastructure engineer living in London with a dream to swim the Atlantic, and change the lives of millions living in extreme poverty. Michael has had this dream for nine years since August 2007, and it will finally become a reality on 2 April 2017, if he can raise enough […]
Life of Brian: A Banting Success
Find out the secrets to Brian’s unbelievable weight loss success by listening to him firsthand at his weight loss talk. At 153kgs, successful business owner Brian Berkman felt that he had failed himself. His health had declined to such a degree that he would soon require insulin therapy for his diabetes, and bariatric surgery was […]
Food Addiction – Healing Your Body
When we allow ourselves a sugary snack or a high-carb treat, is it to satiate our hunger and stock up on nutrients? In our experience, it isn’t. Instead, we indulge in these foods to make us feel better emotionally – a symptom of compulsive eating or sugar addiction. Cheating on our Banting meal plans is […]
Monique Watkins Incredible Banting Journey Helped Her Feel Better After Surgery
Monique Watkins’ incredible Banting Journey led to her dropping five dress sizes in just three months. Monique’s journey began when an unexpected surgery resulted in complications that meant she could no longer keep up her active lifestyle. Like many of us, Monique turned to carbs for comfort, and this resulted in her gaining weight and […]
“Becoming a Certified Banting Coach Changed My Life.”
Jonathan Flax is a superstar Banter who has changed his life by losing an astonishing 57kgs! I recently returned to South Africa (Cape Town) after 17 years of self “exile, ” spending most of my time in Germany and the Middle East. High Finance was the game. After years of self-abuse, I finally admitted that […]
Sam Bell started Banting after having life threatening health problems
Sam Bell started Banting after having life threatening health problems and has never looked back! Sam Bell used to live a healthy lifestyle until her “12 hour work days” got in the way. Sam, like many of us, no longer had the time for regular exercise and her eating habits fell victim to her sweet […]