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Look after your microbiome and it will look after you

What is the microbiome? There has been a lot of talk recently about the human microbiome. But what exactly is this? The microbiome refers...

The Gut-Brain Connection

Trust your gut feeling We have all heard and used expressions such as ‘trusting your gut feeling’ or ‘gut instinct’ or had ‘butterflies...

Struggling with menopause?

Are you struggling with hot flushes and night sweats? Or perhaps you are feeling more forgetful, experiencing depression or anxiety about...

Craving something sweet?

Are your sugar cravings getting the better of you? Are your good intentions dashed by that bar of chocolate or piece of cake? Read more...

Why should you be worried about your bones?

When should you start thinking about your bone health? You may think that this is something that doesn’t concern you if you are young or...

Are you struggling with fat around the middle?

Is your waistline slowly expanding? Can you no longer do up your jeans? Have you got that extra bit of fat around your belly? It is...

The impact of stress

We all experience stress at some time, some more than others. Many of us cope with stress easily and recover quickly, while for others it...

Are your genes making you overweight?

Why do some people find it harder to lose weight and maintain and health weight? This can be partly down to our genes. But does that mean...

Hands, Face Space... and a Healthy Diet

A healthy diet and lifestyle should not be forgotten in our battle against Covid-19. While following the Government guidelines is...

What diet is best for me? Answer: No diet at all

Diet: “a special course of food to which a person restricts themselves, either to lose weight or for medical reasons.” Diet culture is...