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There was a particular question on BBC’s Question Time last week (4th December) that especially caught my attention. The question was: “Why should smokers and obese people be denied routine surgery because of their way of life?” This refers to NHS Devon’s decision to restrict surgery for those who are obese and/or smoke. You can […]
According to a recent article in the Guardian a whole host of new fitness trends are set to take hold in the New Year. However, it is body weight training that has been predicted as the biggest “craze”. Read more.
A study has shown that the quantity of salt in our lunchtime staple is often overlooked. Even sandwiches that are low in calories and fat might contain around 20% of an individual’s daily salt intake. Processed meats, cheeses and breads all contribute to these high sodium levels. Just one more thing to factor in when […]
Although I personally do lots of training, I have recently discovered I am now absolutely rubbish at running! Years of HIIT, martial arts training and unconventional training methods (kettlebells, sandbags, etc), and no roadwork whatsoever, whilst making me much stronger and more powerful, have left my running ability at what can only be described as […]
Most people are fully aware that alcohol is ‘empty calories’, providing little nutritional benefit. However, the quantity of calories in our favourite drinks is often overlooked. This is particularly alarming when totting up the beverages we might drink throughout the course of an evening. Just two pints of beer might equate to a small meal! […]
Read this article if you’ve ever found yourself contemplating eating something that’s passed its best. Learn to decipher when it’s okay to just remove the mould or still cook with “iffy” ingredients rather than throwing them away.
What is Irlen Syndrome? Irlen Syndrome is a problem many people have processing visual information – it is not a problem with vision itself, but with the processing of the information we receive through our eyes. Signs and sympoms Sensitivity to light Reading problems Writing problems Discomfort – headaches, nausea, fatigue, restless Attention and concentration […]
Firstly, apologies for my recent absence. I’m back now, and in today’s post I shall point you in the direction of some free courses that may (or may not) be of interest. I am referring to Futurelearn,
An Australian study has shown that the regular consumption of fruit juice may have negative impacts on blood pressure. It has been suggested that even one glass per day contains excessive levels of sugar and could increase an individual’s risk of heart problems. Although more research is needed to support this study, this does reiterate […]
Scientists believe that sweeteners found in diet drinks may actually increase the risk of obesity and diabetes. Preliminary research suggests that artificial sweeteners may impact the body’s ability to process sugar and result in glucose intolerance. Weight gain could be due to an alteration of gut bacteria which means more energy is taken from food […]
