Struggling to lose weight?
Struggling to lose weight? You may want to consider the following Have you tried every fad diet to hit the papers, only to find you lose some weight but then put it straight back on again? Those calorie- restricted diets …
Should vegetarians and vegans be worried about iron?
Firstly, we should ask why is iron important? Iron is an essential nutrient for humans (essential meaning our bodies can’t make it so we have to get it from food). It is available from animal sources (haem iron) and plant sources (non-haem …
Are your food cravings driving you crazy?
We’ve all been there, that irresistible, irrational and inexplicable craving that appears from out of nowhere, that can completely derail even the best-intentioned healthy eating plan. In my experience, cravings usually occur either mid-afternoon (what you ate for lunch is …
The impact of stress on your hormones
We all know too much stress is bad for us (increased risk for heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, diabetes and can trigger most other body systems to slow or even shut down – think immune, digestive, reproductive systems …
April is IBS Awareness Month
April is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Awareness month Do you find yourself plagued with unpleasant, unpredictable and often inexplicable digestive symptoms? You are not alone! It is reported that around 20 percent of the population suffers with IBS, and cases …
Tips for surviving the festive season
It can be tough to stay healthy during the holiday season. Routines are changed, the social calendar is bursting, and temptations abound. But there are some steps you can take to minimise the discomfort that comes from over-indulgence. Hydration, hydration, …
Sniff, sniff … allergy season is here again
For those of you who suffer with seasonal allergies, you don’t need to be reminded that Spring has arrived. In the UK tree pollen kicks the season off as early as February, followed by grasses May to July and weeds …
Wishing you a gout-free Festive season
‘Tis the season to be jolly … but not so easy if you are one of the one in 40 people in the UK suffering from gout. We’ve all seen the caricatures of the jolly, rosy-cheeked portly figure over indulging in …
Happy World Vegan day
Are you a healthy vegan? While a vegan diet can hold many plant-induced health benefits, it can also leave you nutrient deficient and feeling in worse shape than your carnivorous friends. So what are the potential missing links in a …
Vitamin D – here’s what you should know
Vitamin D – here’s what you should know As the clocks go back in England this weekend and we enjoy some beautiful autumnal days, shorter days means less sunlight and consequently less vitamin D for our bodies. But is this …