Category: Nutrition

8 Reasons to Love Lemon Balm

Few people use the herb lemon balm, and even fewer have even heard of it. But if they knew about its impressive healing effects, many more people would be growing fragrant plant in their gardens. The History of Lemon Balm Lemon balm was used as far back as the Middle Ages to improve sleep, reduce […]

19/02/2017 | 0 Comments More

Sweet Success – Sugar Tax is on its Way

Researchers at Oxford University say the sugar tax put in place by Government that will come into place a year from now will slash obesity among young children by 10%.  They predict that drinks manufacturers will respond by cutting sugar to minimise taxes.  Hopefully this will also cut cases of type 2 diabetes and improve […]

10/02/2017 | 0 Comments More

You Should Definitely Cocoa

Christmas is over, New Year is over, and we are just round the corner from Easter and that next calendar event that puts chocolate in front of us, but don’t worry, there is great news! research shows that a healthy appetite for dark chocolate is good for you and can even help you reduce your […]

09/02/2017 | 0 Comments More

Herbs To Combat Cold & Flu

We are nearly through the Christmas Season and heading into the New Year, but the winter is far from over.  With all the socialising we do during the holiday season, we open ourselves to cold and flu viruses. But this year, instead of heading to the pharmacies and supermarkets and spending lots of money on […]

27/12/2016 | 0 Comments More

Best Foods To Eat When Sick

Like everyone reading this, I hate getting sick, so did you know that as well as getting plenty of rest, did you know that choosing the right food can also get you on the road to feeling better? Here are some great suggestions to help you feeling better again: Spicy Foods: Spicy food can be good […]

03/12/2016 | 0 Comments More

Cranberry Goodness

Many women drink cranberry juice to help maintain a healthy urinary tract.  Cranberries contain active compounds that actually reduce the harmful bacteria that like to stick to the bladder walls and cause havoc. In one study it was found that drinking one pint of sugar-free cranberry juice a day resolved 73% of UTIs (urinary tract […]

28/07/2016 | 0 Comments More

DID YOU KNOW? Health Facts

In The UK: The average life expectancy is 74.6yrs for men and 79.6yrs for women. In Spain: The average life expectancy for men is 75yrs and for women its 83yrs.  Some experts think this is to do with the Mediterranean diet which is rich in olive oil, garlic and fresh herbs. Excess Abdominal Fat: Or being […]

28/07/2016 | 0 Comments More

Eat For Your Heart – Make Change Today

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. […]

08/07/2016 | 0 Comments More

WHY IS VITAMIN C SO IMPORTANT FOR GOOD HEALTH?

WHY IS VITAMIN C SO IMPORTANT FOR GOOD HEALTH? Has anyone ever said to you when you were suffering from cold or flu, “have you taken your vitamin C?”  Chances are we’ve all had it said to us.  And why? Because vitamin C is one of the most popular vitamin to take.  But do we […]

07/07/2016 | 0 Comments More

YAKULT – Get In Tune With Your Digestive System

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 […]

02/07/2016 | 0 Comments More