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A week without getting seven to eight hours’ sleep a night
“We all know that even a single night of disrupted sleep can affect mood and alertness. “Try not to catch up on sleep by having a lie-in or napping in the day, as that disturbs your body clock,” she says.
The Amazing Positive Power of Being Outside
Make is easy for yourself: Start small. Make it manageable and something that you look forward to rather than a chore that your procrastinate about. You don’t need to spend hours outside to make a difference. Start with 10 minutes. Choose a time of day that works best for your commitments.
Vegetables: Variety Counts
A diet that lacks plant foods and is low in fibre might interfere with the way we digest and use calories, says Tim Spector, Professor of genetic epidemiology at KCL. “It’s been shown that people with a less diverse micro-biome [a lower range of gut bacteria] have higher levels of body fat,” he says.
Bring Back Calorie Counting
Counting calories has come in and out of fashion. It’s in again now and many experts say it’s useful for keeping track of daily food intake. But be aware that eating the right nutrients is top priority.
The Top Health Benefits of Prunes.
Prunes can prevent loss of bone mass in postmenopausal women who are prone to osteoporosis. They are also great source of iron and can help prevent and treat iron deficiency.
Easy, Healthy Fishcakes
Delicious no-potato Fishcakes. They are really quick to prepare and are super healthy. Once you have tried them you won’t miss the starchy versions, as the consistency of these is the same. Loved by children and adults.
Intermittent Fasting: Surprising Update
Intermittent fasting (IF) as a weight loss approach has been around in various forms for ages, but was highly popularised in 2012 by BBC broadcast journalist Dr. Michael Mosley’s TV documentary Eat Fast, Live Longer and book The Fast Diet…
Sleep – How Important is it for our Health?
I would consider sleep to be a key element for our wellbeing. Lack of sleep can affect our mood; our ability to make the best food choices; our ability to focus and work efficiently; our motivation and energy to exercise and so the list goes on.
Focusing on the Positives of Change
From a wellbeing perspective now could be a great time to make positive lifestyle and behaviour changes. Focusing on the positive possibilities as we are being forced into dramatic changes, can help our mental and physical wellbeing
How your body will love you for drinking less alcohol
“According to Alcohol Change UK, the charity behind Dry January, cutting out booze can improve your skin, energy levels and health in as little as a week if you usually drink several times a week or daily.“
The benefits of reducing the amount of meat you eat.
“Giving up red meat for a week could give your health a real boost. According to NHS guidelines, we should be eating “no more than 70g of red and processed meat a day”.
100 Calorie Budget
If you are hungry and want something nutritious to eat here are some great comparisons for a 100 calorie budget.
Easy Tick the Boxes Supper Recipe
Here is an easy supper recipe that will tick all the boxes and only uses a few simple ingredients.
Nut & Herb Crusted Tuna, with Peach & Red Onion Salsa
We love grilled tuna, but this recipe elevates the whole taste and texture experience to another height. A true delight to eat that also looks beautiful. Many thanks to “& Elaine” for an inspirational combination.
Forget the Splits Focus on Mobility and Strength.
It’s heartening to see that ‘Scientists are questioning whether stretching is as essential as we think”. Since studying Professor Stuart Mc Gill’s work on Low Back Disorders, I have changed my approach to exercise. I used to be a fan of yoga for all.
A top trainers secret to good health and fitness
How slow can you go? It’s a question that Matt Little, a renowned trainer who worked with athletes and sports champions including the tennis player Andy Murray for 12 years, says we should all ask ourselves.
Women Exercising After 50 -(Menopause)
This article focuses on the 50 plus female, who tends to be either perimenopausal or menopausal and how exercise can relieve, at worst debilitating and at best annoying symptoms of the menopause.
Should I Have Tofu or Chicken in my Curry?
Tofu is the superfood that everyone loves because it’s low in calories, low in fat and high in protein. It’s ideal for weight loss and it’s packed full of healthy nutrients.
What to eat to keep your brain young?
Our gut microbes affect all aspects of our health, including brain health. This article has sound advice in this article of what to eat to make a difference.
Bircher Muesli
This receipe delivers on the nutrition, gut-biome boosting front – full of wholegrains, seeds, nuts and is great served with a probiotic (Total or Kefir Yogurt).
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