Health and Fitness
Seeds of beauty
Over the last year it’s been hard to open a magazine without reading about the nutritional benefits of chia seeds, with Miranda Kerr and Gwyneth Paltrow among the many celebrities singing their praises.
Ever thought about Triathlon? Return of the Salford Triathlon
Nuffield Health, UK healthcare charity, supports the comeback of the Salford Triathlon and celebrates the benefits of exercise and sport on health.
Groove, pump and jump your way into your wedding dress
All brides want to look their best on ‘the big day’, with many setting themselves the goal of losing a few pounds.
Simple snoring spray could help you shed pounds
Two new scientific papers have been published that help substantiate claims that those who sleep less are more likely to put on weight.
Gran Canaria's paddle surf fitness craze
Looking for a unique, new sport to try whilst on holiday? Head to Gran Canaria, often dubbed as the European Hawaii - thanks to its ideal surfing conditions - to try stand-up paddle boarding, the latest craze to hit the world of surfing!
How sports teacher tackled alopecia
Sports teacher Christine Orton had already noticed a thinning patch of hair on the crown of her head. But when a hairdresser discovered two more bald patches the Bedford mum-of-two feared the worst.
It’s official... organic is best!
There has been a huge amount of debate over whether or not organic food is ‘better’ for you than its non-organic equivalent.
Exchange Nectar points for a swim at your local pool
Nectar Swim allows Nectar cardholders to swap Nectar points for swimming sessions at their local pool, giving families the chance to get active and enjoy days out together for less.
‘Ladies, it’s all about the confidence!’
We’ve all been there. You buy a skimpy bikini (or two) before jetting off on holiday, ready to strike a pose by the pool or stroll along the sand like a beach goddess.
More resources needed for eating disorders
A charity that operates helplines for people with eating disorders says that more resources need to be put into supporting teenagers and adults seeking help, following shocking new figures that show eating disorders are on the rise.
Annabel Karmel’s yummy Yogurt Lollies for teething tots
Mum of three, Annabel Karmel MBE is a modern day ‘mumpreneur’. As the UK’s number one parenting author and expert on devising delicious and nutritious meals for babies, toddlers and children, Annabel knows how important it is to give teething tots something to chew and suck on during their teething troubles.
Get set for summer with Onca
Onca is a new and exciting natural health and beauty enhancing supplement produced exclusively from native fruits of the Amazon rainforest, packed full of 21 ingredients including Camu Camu, Acai and Manu Cubiu.
Quit for good this World No Smoking Day
Research shows more than half of smokers in the UK are not aware that there is free expert support available from healthcare professionals which can increase chances of quitting by up to four times compared to using willpower alone.
Experts predict later, stronger hayfever season
2012 saw the longest hay fever season in twenty years, leaving an estimated 9 million sufferers in agony.
Glimmer of hope in early Alzheimer’s disease
As the government sets out to prioritise earlier diagnosis of dementia, of which Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form, an innovative nutritional drink for the dietary management of early Alzheimer’s disease has become available in the UK.