By TV Chef and nutritionist Tonia Buxton Like most women in the UK, I am obsessed with anti-ageing. As I approach fifty, I am determined to look my best and have always been fanatical with feeling and looking well and doing it in a natural way. There are some super simple ways to make sure you stay well. The key is to avoid inflammation in the body; think of inflammation like rust, we need to keep the rust away. One…
According to Arthritis Research UK around 400,000 adults have rheumatoid arthritis in the UK, a condition that causes pain and inflammation in the joints. Nutritionist Cassandra Barns explains: “Rheumatoid arthritis is a painful condition where there is inflammation in the joints – usually multiple joints throughout the body. The inflammation can cause pain, stiffness, swelling and damage to the joints, and can eventually result in disability. Unlike osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis is not related to ‘wear and tear; it’s an autoimmune…
If you struggle with feeling stressed and low, you are not alone – with 13.3 million working days lost per year due to stress, depression and anxiety in the UK, according to the Mental Health Foundation. We have spoken to our experts, nutritionist Cassandra Barns and Dr Marilyn Glenville PHD, one of the UK’s leading nutritionists, about how we can look after ourselves and put our health first in times of stress… Have a laugh Believe it or not there…
Discover the benefits of botanical beauty skincare. Botanicals are powerful plant extracts and oils derived from plants, flowers, herbs, nuts, seeds, roots and berries. They have been used in beauty regimes for centuries, even Cleopatra used black cumin seed oil as a beauty treatment. You may not be familiar with the term, but most of our natural and organic beauty brands use botanicals in their products. “Just as feeding our bodies with natural ingredients may benefit our general health, feeding…
We look at the supplements to help maintain a healthy heart. Cardiovascular disease remains one of the biggest health issues we’re facing as a nation and according to the NHS, is one of the main causes of death and disability in the UK. It is often treated by different forms of medication, but there are some more natural solutions to help support your hearts health – you can use them in conjunction with your medication or take them as a…
Find out how to keep your urinary tract system in top health. The urinary system is the body’s drainage system for removing wastes and excess water. Our kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra all make up our urinary system. There are a lot of issues that can occur, but urinary tract infections (UTI) are the most common issue experienced – in fact, it is the second most common type of infection in the body. “Cystitis and urinary tract infections, often referred…
For as long as most of us can remember the gender disparities regarding health has always been in favour of women, with the female gender always in the lead of the life expectancy gap. It’s never been exactly proven as to why this is but theories range from biological/environmental factors, to the male population adopting a more risky lifestyle! Whatever the cause for concern may be it’s clear that the majority of guys should certainly be upping their health game….
By nutritional therapist Katharine Tate, an expert in family health and nutrition Red eyes and sneezing are common allergic symptoms this time of year for hay fever sufferers. Hay fever, which is also known as seasonal rhinitis, is an allergic reaction to pollen from grass, trees and weeds during the early spring and summer months. It is thought to affect more than 20% of the UK population and up to 40% of children. It can impact on quality of life,…
By nutritional therapist Christine Bailey You know that feeling. Your tummy looks like you’re three months pregnant, it’s puffy and sore and you can’t fit into your favourite jeans. Most of us experience a bit of bloating from time to time, especially after a blow out meal but for some it’s an ongoing problem. Switching to low FODMAP foods can be an effective way to reduce bloating. What are high FODMAP Foods? FODMAP stands for Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides and…
By medical nutritionist Dr Sarah Brewer, an expert in food, herbs and supplements Difficulty falling asleep affects most of us at some time, and in around half of cases is related to anxiety with whirling thoughts making it difficult to relax. It’s important to avoid overindulgence in substances that interfere with sleep such as caffeine (eg coffee, tea, chocolate, colas), nicotine, alcohol and rich or heavy food – especially close to bedtime. The following supplements can also help: Magnesium Magnesium…