Menstruation is a weird thing. It is experienced by so many, yet affects everyone differently. For some, it’s just a minor inconvenience for a few days each month, for others, it’s an overwhelming, overbearing, and downright painful experience. Some can go about their menstruating days without a second thought, others are left unable to move […]
Save as PDFWhat are eating disorders? Eating disorders are a group of serious mental illnesses based on an unhealthy relationship with food. This can manifest in a variety of ways, including but not limited to; A preoccupation with body shape, weight and size. Eating a very small amount of food, or repeatedly eating past the point of […]
Save as PDFGrowing up, it was likely drilled into you that milk will help your bones and teeth become strong and grow. It’s not specifically drinking milk, that aids with this; instead, it is predominantly Calcium, which works closely with Vitamin D, too. Calcium and Vitamin D are the key players in maintaining healthy bones. Calcium Calcium […]
Save as PDFWhen we think about healthy food, we think of all the components our body needs to function, like protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients. Fibre isn’t really considered a nutrient as it passes through the body without being absorbed. So why is fibre so important then? What is fibre? Dietary fibre can be found […]
Save as PDFWith the rise of plant-based diets, soy is becoming an increasingly popular food in the Western world, but did you know that soy has been consumed for centuries in China, before spreading to Japan and other Asian countries, and then, much later, to the rest of the world? There are two ‘traditional’ types of soy: […]
Save as PDFResearch has shown links between diet and mood — how the food that we eat can impact our frame of mind, whether that be positive or negative.
Save as PDFJanuary is notoriously associated with New Year’s resolutions, and with that comes the pledges to lose weight. This can be hard to do at the best of times, let alone when you’re confined to your house or flat, and only permitted one hour of outdoor activity a day. Luckily, we’ve got the tips you need to get back on track after the holidays.
Save as PDFKnowing how much protein to consume can be difficult. There’s a lot of conflicting evidence around protein intake, and your requirements can be affected by individual differences, such as age, sex, exercise, height and so on. As it stands, the Recommended Nutrient Intake is approximately 0.75g per kilogram of bodyweight. This translates to around 56g of protein […]
Save as PDFNutrition plays a central role in optimal health, immunity, performance and overall well-being. Our diet can be broken down simply into being made up of macronutrients and micronutrients. The amount of macronutrients one needs varies greatly from person to person and understanding what your own body needs is the key to finally hitting your goals. […]
Save as PDFMalnourishment – It’s not just in third world countries The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a range of ‘health problems’ to light in the UK government, with those who are overweight or obese being at higher risk of fatalities related to COVID-19. This is being reflected in new actions and strategies to tackle obesity throughout the […]
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