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Diet and nutrition
Good nutrition is an essential factor in maintaining optimum health, and can reduce our risk of developing major illnesses, such as heart disease. Read on to find useful information on different aspects of diet and nutrition by a wide range of nutritional experts, along with some delicious and healthy recipes ...
Anti-ageing super foods
Trying to hold back the years? Nutritionist, Sarah West outlines five super foods to include in your diet that may promote healthy ageing.
Successful ageing
What makes people live longer? Is it just good genes or do lifestyle factors have an impact? Nutritional Therapist, Adam Thornton, looks at research from around the world.
New Year, New You?
Tired of making diet and fitness resolutions you can't stick to? Nutritionist, Sarah West suggests you scrap unrealistic resolutions and make lasting changes. Includes three healthy and quick recipes.
Nutritious and delicious Christmas recipes
Feeling festive? Why not try these two nutritionally-balanced Christmas recipes ideas from Nutritional Therapist Shirley Ward.
Autumn tomato chutney
A delicious and easy to make chutney to go with the cheeseboard or in a sandwich. Also provides an alternative recipe for all your cooking apples!
Nutritional advice for Autumn
Nicki Edgell, Nutritional Therapist, recommends making a few simple changes to your diet and lifestyle to help stay well during the autumn. Try her delicious recipe for Vegetable Curry.
Eating around food intolerances
At least 30% of us will experience one or more episode of some kind of food sensitivity in our lifetime. Nutritional Therapist Sarah West offers some practical advice.
Roast vegetables with halloumi
Try this tasty seasonal dish either on its own or as a healthy and filling accompaniment to a roast dinner.
Calcium and bone health
Nutritional Therapist Sarah West explains the importance of the mineral calcium for healthy bones.
'Undiagnosed diabetes nearly killed me'
Ignoring the symptoms of diabetes is very dangerous – as 35 year old Lee found out. Read about his experiences.
Allergy or Intolerance?
Tanya Borowski, nutritional therapist, gives an in-depth explanation of the difference between allergies and intolerances.
Romantic Menu for two people
Rebecca Michael has put together this delicious menu, perfect for a romantic meal or even just for you and a friend!
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Is my fat loss really ruled by my hormones?!
Fat Loss expert Livia O’Toole, tells us why our hormones can cause our shape to change, including weight gain, and gives some practical advice to help overcome the issue
Planning for pregnancy
Read Nutritional Therapist, Shirley Ward's, informative and practical nutritional advice for both men and women planning a pregnancy.
Recommendations for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Nutritional therapist Kate Arnold explains more about this common condition and gives advice on supplementation, diet and lifestyle changes.
Delicious smoothie recipe
Try this scrumptious smoothie recipe from Duncan Banks at High Barn Oils.
Quinoa Crackers
Try out this tasty recipe for a delicious gluten-free cracker, great with hummus, salsa or tahini dips.
Oat pancakes
This simple recipe is packed full of nutritious ingredients. Delicious served with bananas or berries.
Homemade Granola
These yummy snack bars are simple to make and packed with goodness.
Keep your heart healthy – facts about Cholesterol
As part of our Cardiovascular Health quarter we are focusing in on key areas which may help you maintain your healthy heart.
Enemies of the skin
Helen Reeves, MBATAC, informs us about how to avoid the detrimental effects of alcohol, smoking, sugar, salt and caffeine on our skin!
Scrumptious Summer salads
Chef, Rebecca Michael, presents four simple and delicious Summer salad recipes
Tasty Summer treats
Chef, Rebecca Michael, presents two delicious recipes for Oatmeal and chocolate chip cookies and Mixed fruit kebabs. Great for picnics and BBQs.
Grow your own casserole
Ever fancied growing your own beans? Then read this article from Jane Stevenson for some experienced advice and grow your own casserole.
Good nutrition: essential for heart health
This article by Nutritional Therapist, Shirley Ward provides nutritional advice to support heart health.
Healthy heart recipes
Try these recipes by Shirley Ward, Nutritional Therapist that will not only taste delicious but are great for your heart. 'Hearty' Garlicky Roasted Vegetables and 'Heart Healthy' 3-seed muesli
Water: a natural remedy for body and mind
Are you drinking enough? An article everyone should read on that most essential liquid, water, by Nutritional Therapist Sarah West.
Beat the heat with cool Summer drink recipes
Recipes for seven refreshing Summer drinks, filled with fresh fruit and other nutritious ingredients to help keep you refreshed and nourished in the coolest way possible during the Summer months.
Lose weight to slim your risk of heart disease
Dr Jacquie Lavin, Head of Nutrition and Research at Slimming World talks about the link between obesity and weightloss, and answers the questions many people have!
A healthy heart
Nutritional Therapist, Kate Arnold, discusses the risks of developing heart disease and what can be done to reduce risk by looking at diet, cholesterol level and antioxidants.
Healthy eating for those hot summer days!
Chef, Rebecca Michael, presents some tips for eating heart healthily this summer with delicious recipes for picnics and barbeques.
Healthy and delicious picnic food
From Chef, Rebecca Michael, a twist on the classic Caesar salad, plus two great fish recipes
Questions: Weight loss interview
Read about how this 40-year-old mum and sales manager has had amazing success in achieving substantial weight loss over the last few months. Her success is an inspiration to many women who struggle
Food Safety and E.Coli
Britons are being urged to be extra vigiliant about food contamination since the outbreak of E.coli around Europe. Read this article by Sarah West, Nutritional Therapist
Seven healthy reasons to grow your own produce
With Summer emerging and the price of groceries increasing, there is no better time to grow your own produce! Emma and Sarah from Fork to Feast list seven reasons why growing your own is not only
Two delicious Summer recipes
Two yummy recipes from Fork to Feast - Spinach, Broccoli and Rosemary Risotto and Courgette Cake. If you are growing your own ingredients then even better!
'Time for a chat with Durwin Banks'
Writer, Dee Blick, interviews Durwin Banks, about the benefits of Linseed oil. Four fantastic recipes are included for you to enjoy!
Healthy linseed oil breakfast recipes
Try these scrumptious breakfast recipes which all include healthy Linseed Oil.
Lean and Mean part 3: The benefits of fat loss
In part three of his article, Anthony Brett, trainer, nutritionist and NLP Practitioner, explores nutrition and exercise strategies to help you reach your goals.
Easy nutrition tips for men
Planning to get serious about your body shape, then you have to get serious about your diet, explains Harley Street Personal Trainer Yulia Morris.
Lean and Mean part 2: The benefits of fat loss
In part 2 of his article, Anthony Brett, trainer, nutritionist and NLP Practitioner, explains how to get to grips with nutritional intake that will help you attain the leaner, meaner, you!
Breakfast: The most important meal of the day
Sarah West, Nutritionist, explains why breakfast really is the most important meal of the day
Healthy and delicious breakfast recipes!
Debbie Fitzgerald, our resident chef and caterer, offers up some quick, healthy and easy to make breakfast recipes to tempt even the most picky eater to eat the best meal of the day.
The lazy man's way to lose weight
This article, by Jim Pollard - editor of Male Health, examines how men can make better choices about the type of foods they eat without any drastic changes to their lifestyle.
The facts about Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Sarah West, Nutritional Therapist, provides a comprehensive insight into the diagnosis, causes and treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Treatment options discussed include behavioural strategies and
Look after your joints
Nutritional Therapist, Kate Arnold, writes about osteoporosis and arthritis, diseases affecting millions of people in Britain. She suggests ways in which they can be improved and treated through
Metabolism's relationship to health and weight
Helen Malik, nutritionist and metabolic balance® weight management coach, gives an insight into metabolism and diet.
Eating well, living well
Baback Zand, Personal Trainer at the Gym Group, West Hampstead, outlines how important your nutrition is to achieving your fitness goals. Read on to learn some of his top tips...
Natural Pain and Inflammation Relief
Nutritional Therapist, Shirley Ward, discusses how some natural anti-inflammatory measures can also address the associated pain, and how diet and lifestyle changes may provide significant benefits to
How to increase your chances of conceiving
Sarah West, Nutritional Therapist, looks at infertility, the possible causes and how nutritional support could assist the process.
Q: Is one more pill the answer?
Durwin Banks, Food campaigner and producer of organic Linseed products, highlights the issues around diet and public health. He wants to spark the debate about society's emphasis and investment in
Diet and the Menopause
Sarah West, Nutritional Therapist, explains how diet can alter a woman's experience of the symptoms of the menopause.
A 'Girl Power' dinner party!
Debbie Fitzgerald, Chef and caterer extraordinaire, has designed the ultimate dinner party to tempt your taste buds and bring balance to your lives. Read on...
'Girl Power' - The Starters
Debbie Fitzgerald, chef and caterer extraordinare designs some ideal hormone balancing starter choices:
'Girl Power' - The Main Courses
Main Course choices for vegetarian and non-vegetarians to spice up your life.
'Girl Power '- The Desserts
Fresh fruity delight. Desserts to die for, to finish three courses to balance your life.
Balancing Hormones Naturally
Shirley Ward, Nutritional Therapist, looks at three of the most common female hormonal conditions and identifies changes to diet and lifestyle that can help.
Beat the common cold
Nutritional Therapist, Sarah West, discusses the importance of eating nutrient rich foods and lists some very useful homemade immune-boosting remedies!
A focus on Psoriasis.
Sarah West, Nutritional therapist, tells us all about Psoriasis. The causes, the different types and available treatments.
Immunity boosting foods and recipes
Debbie Fitzgerald, our resident chef and caterer, gives you some really good ideas how you can incorporate immunity boosting foods into your everyday diet to help you fight off the winter bugs.
The Gastroenterology revolution
Gary Mackenzie, Consultant Gastroenterologist, explains about treating illnesses of the gut and a revolutionary new method he is using to identify difficult to diagnose conditions in the small bowel.
Three courses of skin glowing delight!
Read our new feature - "Eat Yourself Well". Debbie Fitzgerald, caterer extraordinaire, and Shirley Ward, a nutritional therapist are collaborating to produce three courses for a healthy
A glowing skin dinner party menu - The starters
A choice of two delicious starters to begin your "Glowing skin" dinner party.
A glowing skin dinner party - The main courses
Omega 3, which is contained in the skin of oily fish, is fantastic for the skin. Try these two tasty fish dishes to include this skin maintaining ingredient in your dinner party.
A glowing skin dinner party - the desserts
Fruit contains vitamin C and antioxidant properties. Enjoy these fruit filled desserts to finish off your Glowing Skin dinner parties. Your friends will enjoy them and so will their skin!
Interview: Managing eczema in children
Eczema affects 5 million children and adults in the UK every year. Read about this 35 year old Mother’s experience of looking after an 18 month old child with eczema. She has set up her own range of
Chocolate, in its raw state, is good for you!
Galia Orme tells us all about the health benefits of chocolate when used in its raw state ... yes, really ladies!
Good skin health reflects good health
Shirley Ward, Nutritional therapist, explains what nutrients are essential to maintain healthy skin and what you should avoid.
Weaning your child
Nathalie Patey BA MA DNN, Nutritional Therapist (and mum of two), offers some useful advice for weaning your baby.
Five a day
Nutritional Therapist, Shirley Ward, explains the importance of encouraging our children to eat healthy food from a young age.
How to lose weight without losing your patience
A fascinating article by hypnotherapist, Sarah Turner DHypPsych, about our relationship with food and weight.
Recipe: Vegetable frittata
A nutritious, vibrant recipe to try that contains four tasty vegetables, from nutritionist Shirley Ward.
Nutrition and SAD in winter
Shirley Ward, Nutritional Therapist, details how nutrition can help people avoid and treat the symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
Reaching your fitness goals through nutrition
Nutritional Therapist, Nathalie Patey BA, MA, DNN, MFNTP, explains that with the help of wholesome, energy-giving foods, there are ways of making those hours on the treadmill count even more!
De-stimulate to improve your health
Shirley Ward, Nutritional Therapist, tells you about the best ways to balance your diet for optimum health and wellbeing.
Amazing avocados!
Read nutrition and lifestyle expert, Janine Fahri's article and find out how to select, store and prepare this wonderful fruit – packed with nutritional goodness.
Essential Fatty Acids – really are essential!
Nutrition and lifestyle expert, Janine Fahri, explains the importance of the essential fats we need in our diet and the food sources they can be found in.
Recipe: Baked sweet potato with hummus and avocado
This recipe provides good quality carbohydrates, essential fats, fibre, potassium, vitamin E and much more!
Recipe: Tomato salad with a linseed dressing
A delicious and simple way to enjoy fresh tomatoes, by combining the nutty, smooth taste of culinary linseed oil with a little fresh garlic, lemon juice and basil.
Linseed why linseed
Read about the benefits of linseed oil and the role of essential fats in our diet by Durwin Banks.
Recipe: Chargrilled vegetable salad
This recipe creates a delicious lunch or supper and makes an excellent low-fat dish.
Recipe: Salmon with rice and sunflower seed pesto
A delicious, balanced and very healthy supper.
Recipe: Peppered beef steaks with red onion salsa
A lovely healthy way to cook a quick and delicious steak.
Salt: Friend or Foe?
YourDoc Medical provides the low down on the impact of addiction to salt in your diet.
Addiction to food – beware!
Get the real facts about saturated fats and how you can get addicted to fat in your food.
Recipe: Spinach and cheddar frittata
This tasty and nutritious frittata is simple to make and is ideal for lunch or supper.
Fitness and nutrition
Shirley Ward, Nutritional Therapist C.H.Ed (Dip Nut Th) MBANT, on how you can reduce your risk of obesity and diabetes
