Have you ever thought of doing a private health check or health assessment? It’s not a bad idea actually, especially if you are over 30 years old. As we get older we are more likely to suffer from various health issues and conditions. Some of these conditions come with no symptoms, for example, high blood pressure, high cholesterol […]
Magnesium-rich breakfast: Cacao banana porridge with nuts and seeds
Are you one of those women who crave chocolate before their period is due? You are sure not alone! These cravings are common and often indicate that your body is deficient in magnesium. It happens to me as well. I can get really bad cravings for chocolate and when I do I have to have it. […]
Everything you need to know about asbestos and how to protect yourself
Are you being exposed to a silent killer which you are not aware of? This is asbestos which I am talking about. A toxic mineral which has killed thousands of innocent people over many years. And it’s still killing them. Because once you are exposed to asbestos it can take years before any health issues […]
7 healthy ways to improve your life – As recommended by experts
We all know that healthy living is important and something that we should all strive for but it’s not always easy to start with. There is so much advice and differing opinions out there that it’s really confusing for people who are just looking for simple ways to improve their health. That’s why we picked […]
CBD oil, a miracle natural medicine: Everything you need to know
Have you heard of one of the most amazing natural medicines, CBD oil or cannabis oil? It sounds illegal, doesn’t it? But not to worry, cannabis oil is now officially classed as a medicine in the UK but it’s only this year that it received this status. To sell it legally as a medicine, companies now […]
High-protein, low-carb breakfast in a jar
I really don’t like eating anything savoury for breakfast (eggs, for example, or even smoked salmon) so I came up with this high-protein, low-carb breakfast in a jar which is naturally sweetened with some blueberries and yacon syrup (and contains no eggs). This breakfast is really filling and packed with nutrients. Healthy fats won’t only keep you full for longer but they will also provide essential omega-3 fatty acids which are really important for health.
Blackberry and coconut smoothie
It’s blackberry season and this is the best time to make a blackberry smoothie, just pick some blackberries from your nearest woodland, hedgerows or your local park. Never buy blackberries from the supermarket as those will be sprayed with or soaked in a special solution to keep them fresh for longer (not exactly the most natural method!). […]
The Top 5 Foods For IBS Sufferers
Today I have a guest post for you from lovely Carly, blogging over at Well Being Journal. Carly was diagnosed with IBS three years ago and since then she’s been researching this digestive problem and finding out what eases her symptoms and what makes it worse. IBS symptoms and trigger-foods vary from person-to-person and this […]
Top 9 tips to help you survive an indoor cycling class
Are you a gym bunny but you’ve never tried an indoor cycling class before? I’ve been there. I’ve done it. Many times. It can scare people off. Just looking at those red faces in the gym vigorously pushing their pedals to please the shouting instructor. It looks hard doesn’t it? You may think it’s not […]
How to prevent sports and exercise injuries
Exercise and sport are great for you and good for your health but as with many things in life, there are some risks involved while being active. These risks are relatively low but people can still get injured during exercise, sometimes through overuse, sometimes from more direct trauma and sometimes through a lack of decent […]