Diet

27 June 2014

Protein intake should be spread through meals

A steady protein intake throughout the day is the way best thing for optimum health and nutrition, according to a recent study. The research from the University of Texas examined the ...
26 June 2014

Cholesterol levels not considered health worry

Despite heart disease ranking high on the list of health concerns for over 45 year-olds, nearly half have no idea of what their cholesterol levels are, a risk factor for ...
25 June 2014

How to change your behaviour towards food

Weight loss is more effective when our behaviour towards food is changed, according to revent recommendations from NICE – so here we have some advice on how to do it. Mindful ...
24 June 2014

Eat your water

Even with the best of intentions, and a large bottle of Evian sat smugly on your desk, it can be hard to keep to the well known “2 litre a ...
23 June 2014

Water Challenge - Drinking Water Only For Two Weeks - Week One

Last Monday - June 16 - I started the water challenge six days after most of those who were taking part had finished. I was 'late to the party', but ...
23 June 2014

How to beat the bloat in 7 days

There are many possible causes of an individual’s symptoms of uncomfortable bloating.  With all things it may be that what works for one person may not work for another.  However, ...
21 June 2014

7 ways to beat lack of willpower for healthy eating & exercise

So you’ve decided to start eating healthily and exercising.  You want to lose a few pounds, tone up, have more energy and feel better about yourself.  And this time it ...
20 June 2014

Why you should be eating cherries this season

British cherry growers predict that this year’s crop will be the longest and largest season on record, as a result of the fifth warmest winter since records began and new ...
19 June 2014

Could going vegan help England with a victory?

On the back of England's disappointing result against Italy on Saturday night, PETA has written to Roy Hodgson to suggest that he increase England's chance of future success in the ...
18 June 2014

Eat like Beckham: Sales of acai soar

The power of the Beckhams has been proven again, as sales of Acai Berry diet capsuled shoot up by 25% after Victoria Beckham tweets about her love of the super ...
13 June 2014

Kiwi health benefits

Kiwi fruits are naturally dense, meaning they’re high in nutrients and low in calories so we should be including plenty of them in our diets. But what health benefits do ...
12 June 2014

Unhealthy diet choices encouraged by friends

Trying to keep healthy and active can be a struggle, and it doesn’t help when your friends and discouraging your efforts, in fact new research shows that this is the ...
10 June 2014

Prunes could be the key to weight loss

Just a handful of prunes twice a day could be the key to weight loss, according to new research. If you’re wanting to keep hunger at bay and stop naughty afternoon ...
7 June 2014

Don't leave summer weight loss till the last minute

We've all been warned about the pitfalls of quick-fix diets that see you lose a lot of weight fast, then put it all back on - plus some more. So ...
5 June 2014

Eating breakfast helps burn calories

Breakfast is often said to be the most important meal of the day, yet many people are still shunning it in favour of fasting. But new research suggests that people ...
2 June 2014

Stop yo-yo dieting and change your mindset to food

Following the latest recommendations from NICE, it has been highlighted that weight loss is more effective when our behaviour towards food is changed. Mindful eating, behavioural changes and understanding the reasons ...
1 June 2014

The holiday diet countdown

Counting down the days until your summer holiday no longer needs to fill you with dread. Whilst getting ‘beach body’ ready can feel like a chore, all it really takes ...
31 May 2014

Coffee: The health benefits and hindrances

Whether it’s a latte on the way to work or an espresso to get through the afternoon slump, coffee has become a routine pick-me-up for millions of Brits. Health guidelines recommend ...
30 May 2014

Diets can affect our digestive health and leave us bloated

As the summer approaches many people are embarking upon weight loss diets, but they could in fact leave you feeling worse; as new research reveals the effect they have on ...
29 May 2014

Half of diets fail within 59 hours

The word diet often leaves us feeling restricted and forces us to think about the foods we can't eat, so it comes as no surprise that research says it takes ...
27 May 2014

Protein nutrition confusing Brits

Protein is leaving millions of Brits baffled, according to new research which shows that 81% have no idea how much they should consume and where they can find it. What is ...
27 May 2014

Detoxing myths debunked

There are plenty of myths that surround the topic of detoxing, but it can be a great way to boost weight loss and get your skin glowing too.  So here’s a ...
26 May 2014

Parts of foods you shouldn't bin - but usually do

“Don’t waste the best bit”; something many of us recognise from childhood. But are you aware of the parts of fruit and vegetables which we commonly discard but contain huge ...
24 May 2014

Mindfullness of food could lead to healthier choices

New research indicates that being more aware and mindful of the foods we eat could lead to healthier choices.  Not only will it increase the chance of healthier eating, but could ...