The process of coronary heart disease begins when the coronary arteries become narrow by a gradual build up of fatty material within their walls. This condition is called ‘atherosclerosis’ and the fatty material is called ‘atheroma’ In time the artery may become so narrow that it cannot deliver enough oxygen-containing blood to the heart muscle […]
Getting ready to make changes… If you have coronary heart disease, your doctor may have already given you information about healthy eating and to eat well for your heart. You will also be able to find many articles on Heart Disease prevention nutrition and exercise articles. Just check out key words in the search box. […]
40% of Women Are Dieting Right Now – So Why Aren’t They All Slim? It is estimated at least 15million people in the UK are dieting right now, including 40% of all women in the UK on some kind of diet at any one time. Of those who diet, 95% will regain their weight and […]
Yakult has been around since 1935 when it was introduced in Japan. millions of people take Yakult daily to help with the smooth running of their digestive system which is important to your health. How Does Yakult Work? Yakult’s active ingredient, Lactobacillus casei Shirota, helps maintain good conditions in our intestines. These friendly lactic acid […]
DEHYDRATION It is important to understand the need to keep your body hydrated. Whenever you exercise you lose fluid, not only through sweating but also as water vapour in the air that you breathe out. The harder and longer you exercise and the hotter and more humid the environment the more fluid you will lose. […]
HYPOTHYROIDISM There are a number of telling symptoms that portray a possible under-active thyroid, although the results of a traditional blood test may not reveal abnormal levels. These include cold hands and feet, unexplained weight gain, and a tendency to cry easily. In addition, fatigue, loss of motivation, poor physical energy and an inability to […]
Four out of five people do not drink enough water. Most people in the UK drink less than the 8glasses of water a day recommended. Many people think drinking tea, coffee and diet drinks are a good substitute for water. This thinking is wrong. Research has shown that even small levels of dehydration can cause […]
ANTE AND POST NATAL EXERCISE THE THREE TRIMESTERS: Pregnancy is divided up into 3month stages called trimesters (12-13weeks). Each trimester is distinctly different as regards the development of you and your baby. 1st Trimester (0-12weeks) 2nd Trimester (12-25weeks) 3rd Trimester (25-42weeks) 1st Trimester: Week 1: Date of last period Placenta begins developing Missed period […]
ORTHOTIC INSOLES WHAT IS AN ORTHOTIC INSOLE? An orthotic insole is a device deigned to restore your natural foot function. Many walking complaints such as heel pain, knee pain and lower back pain are caused by poor foot function. Orthotic insoles or shoe insoles re-align the foot and ankle bones to their neutral position, thereby […]
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