Category: Health News

Sweet Success – Sugar Tax is on its Way

Researchers at Oxford University say the sugar tax put in place by Government that will come into place a year from now will slash obesity among young children by 10%.  They predict that drinks manufacturers will respond by cutting sugar to minimise taxes.  Hopefully this will also cut cases of type 2 diabetes and improve […]

10/02/2017 | 0 Comments More

You Should Definitely Cocoa

Christmas is over, New Year is over, and we are just round the corner from Easter and that next calendar event that puts chocolate in front of us, but don’t worry, there is great news! research shows that a healthy appetite for dark chocolate is good for you and can even help you reduce your […]

09/02/2017 | 0 Comments More

Health Checks Men Should Consider

During our life, its worth thinking about having a health check or two along the way…  Do you know what to look out for in your 20s? In your 30s? Your 40s? Your 50s? Here’s our Mens Health Check Advice Check List: In Your 20s: Check your weight every few months, and seek advice if […]

09/02/2017 | 0 Comments More

Six Reasons Why You Should Drink Green Tea

Green tea doesn’t only taste good, it also has a number of health benefits. Here are 6 great reasons why I’ve incorporated this delicious drink in my diet and why you should too. 1. Boosting Your Metabolism Green tea contains properties that can help to increase your metabolism and burn fat in the short term.  This means that, together […]

02/01/2017 | 0 Comments More

Tea For Life

How about swapping your tea, milk and two sugars for something that will really make a difference to your day… REDUCE YOUR APPETITE: Kuritee Slimatee contains chromium rich hibiscus, crucial for your blood sugar balance which will help crush your sweet foods craving.  It is also used in South America to reduce appetite. RDA: 3 […]

02/01/2017 | 0 Comments More

Get Bran Power

Try eating a bowl of Bran Flakes to increase strength.  Nutritionists have found that betaine which is a chemical found in high fibre cereal enhances physical performance.  Betaine helps cell function and prevents dehydration during your workout. The College of New Jersey tested on male students in power exercise tests over a two week period […]

02/01/2017 | 0 Comments More

Alcohol for Lubrication

In a study done by the University of Sheffield analysed the alcohol consumption of nearly 2000 people… The study found that drinking alcohol helped improve joint function.  According to this study which was followed up with x-rays showed a regular drink reduced damage and inflammation as well as swelling and risk of disability.  The optimum […]

02/01/2017 | 0 Comments More

Herbs To Combat Cold & Flu

We are nearly through the Christmas Season and heading into the New Year, but the winter is far from over.  With all the socialising we do during the holiday season, we open ourselves to cold and flu viruses. But this year, instead of heading to the pharmacies and supermarkets and spending lots of money on […]

27/12/2016 | 0 Comments More

Best Foods To Eat When Sick

Like everyone reading this, I hate getting sick, so did you know that as well as getting plenty of rest, did you know that choosing the right food can also get you on the road to feeling better? Here are some great suggestions to help you feeling better again: Spicy Foods: Spicy food can be good […]

03/12/2016 | 0 Comments More

DID YOU KNOW? Health Facts

In The UK: The average life expectancy is 74.6yrs for men and 79.6yrs for women. In Spain: The average life expectancy for men is 75yrs and for women its 83yrs.  Some experts think this is to do with the Mediterranean diet which is rich in olive oil, garlic and fresh herbs. Excess Abdominal Fat: Or being […]

28/07/2016 | 0 Comments More