Winter is well and truly upon us in here Northern Hemisphere. People are sniffing, coughing and spluttering and sneezing all around. A cold every now…

What is IBS? Well, nobody knows the exact cause of Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) but it is a common condition of the digestive system, which is not…

Over half of your digestive system is responsible for your immunity. So what you eat and what you can do to increase immunity is important. Winter is…

In winter the body uses energy to keep you warm. You may notice that you feel hungrier than you did in summer. Your body heats itself by burning calo…

The role of food in helping maintain optimal concentration and motivation is paramount. Any deficiencies (or even sub-optimal levels) of the essentia…

A number of food products are marketed as being healthy.  Food manufacturers will often use terms such as “Whole-Grain”, “Nutri-Grain”, “Reduced Fat”…

Dementia researchers at the University of Oxford have shown that supplementing with B vitamins can significantly reduce brain shrinkage in later life…

When the sun is out there is no better way to enjoy the long summer days than a barbecue. But be aware that the temptation to pile your plate high wi…

With the horsemeat scandal earlier this year, a lot of attention has been brought against ready meals, with supermarkets removing a large number of r…

Health problems associated with being overweight cost the NHS more than £5 billion a year. A new food industry labelling system will be rolled out ov…

We all know the benefits of eating “5 A Day” but the practicalities of getting our children to follow this message is another thing! Below are some t…

Eggs are packed with protein, vitamins, and lower cholesterol than in the past. Learn the facts behind egg consumption and heart health concerns.