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The quick answer is no, you do not need to calorie count to be healthy. Although it is still pushed as part of a weight loss tool, the way we eat and our understanding of how calories are used in the body has substantially changed. Listed below are a number of factors that render calorie…
This is great news because research offers insight on how we can nourish our endocannabinoid system (a biological system made up of neurotransmitters that bind to cannabinoid receptors in the brain and other areas of the central nervous system) with foods already in use. These won’t hurt our pockets or leave us open to some…
Since last year, I’ve noticed a new product in the tinned fish aisle at the local supermarket – skinless, boneless sardines and mackerel! What a shocker… The nutritional value of these powerhouse tins is well documented; they’re packed with protein, rich in omega-3 fatty acids, B12 and selenium, all of which help the body to…
Nowadays nearly everyone has some sort of coffee snack during the working day. We take for granted that we need this fuel to get through the day and milky coffees especially can feel comforting and rewarding. The feeling of a warm take- away coffee in your hand and the oral fixation of constantly sipping on…
A Coventry University study from 2017 recently proved that mind and body activities such as yoga, meditation and Tai Chi, can actually affect molecular changes in DNA, which can reverse stress and anxiety. They affect our telomeres, which govern how our DNA behaves in our bodies. These can shorten and die because of stress and…
A recent study at the University of Dublin showed conclusively how important it is to do resistance training later in life, combined with eating more protein. They recommended 20-25 minutes of resistance exercises 3-4 times a week along with a high protein diet As we age, our muscle tissue deteriorates so much that we eventually…
We only use a small amount of our lung capacity in everyday life. In order for us to keep our lungs healthy, we should practice deep breathing to oxygenate our blood, which supplies nutrients to our entire body. Oxygen is a fuel in its own right for our bodies and the brain: – Our lungs…
With the backlash against so-called “clean eating”, where whole food groups are labelled good and bad, a more common-sense anti-fad approach has been gaining strength. Not only are these fads depriving us of necessary nutrients, at their worst they can be downright dangerous. Without carbs for fuel, in extreme cases, the body becomes catabolic, meaning…
Are we being conned into believing that fake meat is good for us? Did you start the New Year with Veganuary, believing that it was the healthy option?With new vegan brands popping up all the time and all the supermarkets now offering a vegan range, it should be cause for celebration – but the big…
I’ve written an article in The Telegraph on the benefits of going on holiday!You can find it here