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Nutrition September 18, 2023

Caffeine & Heart Health

A dose (or two) of caffeine plays a starring role in the morning routine of many adults, but is our morning cuppa having a negative impact on our heart?

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Nutrition August 9, 2023

Supercharged sandwiches

Thought to have been invented in 1762, sandwiches have stood the test of time and are one of the nation’s favourite lunch options.

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NutritionPhysical Activity July 26, 2023

Healthy Happy Holidays

The summer school holidays are upon us here in the UK and this week’s healthy tip is all about keeping children healthy and happy over the break.

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Nutrition June 23, 2023

Can chocolate be healthy?

The 7th of July marks World Chocolate Day and we are taking the opportunity to talk about one of the nation’s favourite snacks!

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Nutrition May 30, 2023

Check your Cheese

Here in the UK, the 4th of June is National Cheese Day, a day dedicated to celebrating cheese.

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Nutrition March 29, 2023

Meal Planning

Effective meal planning can make eating healthier easier, save money, time and reduce food waste.

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NutritionPhysical Activity February 15, 2023

Maintaining a Healthy Weight

Maintaining a healthy weight has many health benefits and reduces your risk of heart and circulatory diseases.

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Nutrition February 8, 2023

We Love Fibre

In this week’s Healthy Tip, we show our affection for fibre (it is nearly Valentine’s Day after all) and discuss why it is such an important part of a healthy diet. We also give you some ideas on how you can increase the fibre content of your food intake.

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Nutrition January 25, 2023

Healthy Hearty Soups

Soups are great for lunch or dinner, or even as a snack between meals in a mug. When planned properly, soups can be a healthy, balanced meal and be a great way to increase your intake of vegetables.

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Nutrition January 18, 2023

Plant Based Diets for Heart Health

This January many people will be challenging themselves to go plant-based in support of Veganuary, a month-long campaign aimed at encouraging people to try out a vegan diet. A vegan diet consists of only food coming from plants and eliminates any animal-based foods such as milk, eggs, meat, and cheese. Adopting a more plant-based diet comes with many health benefits.

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Nutrition December 22, 2022

Organise your Kitchen for Success

It probably won’t come as a shock to hear that a tidy, clean, and well-organised kitchen can make healthy eating easier. Taking the time to practically declutter and organise your kitchen and making a conscious effort to keep it tidy and clean, can make mealtimes run much smoother.

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Nutrition April 22, 2022

Nutrition and Menopause

The menopause is a natural time in a woman’s life usually occurring between the ages of 45-55 and can last a few months to several years. During this time changes in hormone levels result in the stopping of menstruation. Women may also experience a variety of other symptoms such as weight gain, hot flushes, night sweats and poor concentration.

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