Diet and Nutrition

Part 2 of my blog.

Does it matter which drinks you choose?

All non-alcoholic drinks can contribute to hydration and some also contain essential vitamins and minerals. However, many drinks, such as soft drinks and fruit juices are high in sugars and so contain calories …

This blog will be published in two parts. Water is essential for life. It is important we get the right amount of fluid to be healthy. However, there are lots of mixed messages about how much, and what to drink and this can be confusing.

Why do you need water?

We need water to help regulate temperature, transport nutrients and compounds in the blood, remove waste products and act …

Whilst we’re still on the subject of Covid_19. Despite claims to the contrary, there is no magic food or pill that is guaranteed to boost your immune system and protect you against coronavirus.

But there are ways to keep your immune system functioning at its best, which can help to keep you healthy and give you a …

Strawberries stand out for their high nutritional value and especially for their high content of vitamins in the group B, among them vitamin B1, B2, B3, B6 and B9, in addition to a fairly high amount of vitamin C.

Water and vitamins

Strawberries are rich in water, which helps to purify the body of toxins, have an important antioxidant power and prevent infections. Among its minerals is iron, which gives us the energy we need …

A new cancer study has found people who regularly ate 800g of fruit and veg a day, which is about 10 portions, had a significantly lower risk of chronic diseases, such as heart disease.

Researchers looked at more than 350 studies from around the world that examined the impact of fruit and veg consumption on a range of health outcomes, such as cancer and stroke, as well as premature …

According to a new major study people who eat vegan and vegetarian diets have a lower risk of heart disease and a higher risk of stroke.

The research, published in the British Medical Journal looked at 48,000 people for up to 18 years. The study participants had 10 fewer cases of heart disease and three more strokes per 1,000 people …

Healthy eating starts with healthy food shopping. The healthier our shopping habits, the healthier our eating habits will be. It is important to be mindful when you shop.

Think about what you need, and whether what you want, is really what you need. The following list of foods will start you off …

Consumption of almond milk as an alternative to dairy milk has surged in recent years. It is estimated that the market for almond milk has surged by around 250 percent in the last five years.

In addition to dietary or ethical reasons, many people choose almond milk for having a smaller carbon footprint when compared with dairy milk. Unfortunately, almond milk takes its toll on the environment …

A recent BBC documentary by animal biologist Liz Bonnin investigates the environmental impact of animals being raised to supply the world’s increasing demand for meat and looks at efforts reduce the environmental impacts. The documentary didn’t look at the morality of eating animals but looked at the facts around our animal consumption and its impact on the planet.

The documentary makers looked at deforestation in the Amazon and attempts to save rare animal and plant species whose habitats are being cleared for cattle. They also looked at China to see the huge …

Good nutrition is one of the keys to a healthy life. You can improve your health by keeping a balanced diet which means that you should eat lots of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, dairy and a source of protein.

If you answer yes to any of the questions below, talk to your doctor about your health. You may need to improve your …