If weight were a matter of calories in and calories out, we’d all be the weight we choose. We all know the ‘eat less’ principle, and yet, somehow it isn’t. Perhaps, therefore it’s time to consider the problem through an alternative lens.

Hunger is a motivated state of mind. We all feel hungry before dinner and full after a meal, but those moments are the tip of the iceberg. Hunger is a process that’s always present, always running …

What started as 5 portions, went up to between 6 and 8 portions a day, now we’re being told that we must eat 10 portions of fruit and vegetables a day, to cut our risk of early death.

The findings of a study by Imperial College London, confirm that eating 5 portions of fruit and vegetables a day is good for you, but eating 10 is much better and could prevent up to 7.8 …

We all know the basic steps to keeping a young, healthy brain includes eating a balanced and varied diet, regular exercise, and getting a good night’s sleep.

Research now shows that our brain health may also be influenced by an unexpected source, called our second brain. Within the walls of our digestive system is the gut, or the “second brain …

Although watermelon is a seasonal fruit, it is by far my favourite fruit. It’s also good for us. It contains lycopene, a carotenoid phytonutrient that is particularly important for cardiovascular health.

They are also packed full of goodness. With every bite, we’re also taking in significant levels of B6, Vitamin A and C, together with antioxidants, lycopene and amino acids. Watermelons also …

There has always been a sugar debate, which seems to continually be ongoing. Recently the World Health Organization has recommended taxing sugary drinks, linking them to obesity and diabetes and many now people believe that all sugars (including natural sugar found in fruit juice) are a key reason for the obesity and diabetes epidemics.

In response to the growing concern about the likely scenario that soda drinks are adding to rising obesity levels and diabetes in Europe, France has recently banned unlimited soda drink refills …

Nuts have always courted controversy for their fattening qualities, so we’ve always been told to avoid them, but now research has given them a little bit of a lifeline, because studies now show that healthy fats and fibre in nuts, can reduce our risk of heart disease.

An international group of researchers, publishing in the journal BMC Medicine, analysed 29 studies about nuts and health outcomes to find out if there are wider health benefits from us consuming …

It’s not always easy to lose weight, but we can all lose extra calories by adopting a few sensible suggestions. Below are simple and achievable suggestions, ready made, for those New Year resolutions.

07:00  Do a gentle work out. You can lose up to 20 percent more body fat by exercising in the morning on an empty …

MSG

MSG is a huge issue across the natural products industry. Pick up almost any veggie burger or similar product, and you’ll find it’s made with yeast extract, a hidden form of MSG (monosodium glutamate). Your average takeaway foods also contain MSG.

Yeast extract is prevalent in the food industry because it looks nicer on the label than ‘MSG.’ Most people know to avoid MSG, but yeast extract slips by, so food manufacturers put it into canned soups …

My blogs aren’t just about my thoughts, feelings and experiences. My blogs also reflect my keen interest in all aspects of lifestyle choices and healthy living, including nutrition and alternative remedies.

Today I’m looking at Turmeric. Turmeric looks a bit like ginger root, but ground down, you get the familiar and …

How much protein is too much? A simple question, yet not one that is easy to answer.

Some exercise researchers say more protein is better. It’s filling, beneficial for appetite suppression and weight loss and also helps prevent loss of muscle mass and strength as people age …