Timothy David Noakes is a renowned South African scientist and emeritus professor in the esteemed Division of Exercise Science and Sports Medicine at the University of Cape Town, a prestigious institution of higher learning.
As a member of the National Research Foundation, he is listed among their most distinguished and highly-rated members, a testament to his outstanding contributions to the field of research.
In addition to his impressive academic credentials, Noakes is an accomplished athlete, having completed over 70 grueling marathons and ultramarathons, demonstrating his exceptional physical endurance and stamina.
As an author, he has written several influential books on the topics of exercise and diet, shedding light on the complex relationships between nutrition, physical activity, and overall health.
Noakes is particularly recognized for his groundbreaking work in the field of sports science, as well as his advocacy for a low-carbohydrate, high-fat (LCHF) diet, as detailed in his seminal books The Real Meal Revolution and Lore of Nutrition: Challenging Conventional Dietary Beliefs, which have garnered significant attention and acclaim within the scientific community and beyond.
