Poo! Yes, it’s a normal bodily function and most of us do one most days of the year. But it’s not something we often discuss, and not something most…

There are so many different diets available that it can be hard to decide which ones actually work. Most diets however, only offer a quick fix and ar…

During Christmas and the New Year, it is certainly not uncommon for people to overindulge a little. Having worked hard throughout the year on your he…

New Year’s Eve is a time when many of us are likely to drink alcohol in excess of recommended daily guidelines. Drinking heavily may help us to unwin…

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…

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…