Diet

28 July 2014

Sugar in drinks and processed food is harming our kids – how can we avoid it?

Most people will have been horrified by the recent news that rotting teeth is the biggest cause of primary school children being hospitalised – and dentists are increasingly removing children’s ...
26 July 2014

Bikini diets dominating the nation this summer

Summer holidays prove a powerful motivation to lose weight or get in shape, according to research released from health and fitness brand, Fitbit. The survey reveals that more than half of people ...
25 July 2014

Raspberries could maximise your workout

The key to maximising your workout for a toned beach body could be sitting in your fridge, as top sports nutritionist Anita Bean suggests that raspberries can help you get ...
24 July 2014

Will losing weight help reduce heartburn?

Dr Sally Norton,  Weight Loss Consultant & Health Expert shares her knowledge on reducing heartburn by losing weight. Asked in her online clinic on Vavista.com, Dr Norton shares her expert advice ...
23 July 2014

Holiday body prep takes 35 days and is undone in 6

Summer is here and that means holidays are just around the corner too, but have you started your holiday body prep yet? A new study from All-Bran shows that Brits who ...
22 July 2014

Lack of variety in diet leaving Brits worried about nutrient deficiency

Fussy eaters are worrying themselves with their eating habits as more than 30% think that their avoidance of certain foods is leaving htem deficient of important nutrients.  The study of 2,000 ...
21 July 2014

Gemma Merna's diet and fitness plan

Gemma Merna is constantly flaunting her body as character Carmel in Hollyoaks, so she thinks it's important to be looking good for camera, and she shares how she does it.  The ...
19 July 2014

Strawberry health benefits

With reports saying that Kim Kardashian has reverted to only eating strawberries some days of the week, we take a look at the health benefits they have on ourselves.  We're certainly ...
18 July 2014

Top 5 excuses for not eating healthily

Choosing the healthy option every single time isn't going to happen we know that, but making small changes can make a big difference. But are you filling your head with ...
16 July 2014

Nuts can help cut heart risk by a third

Just a daily serving of nuts can help to cut heart disease risk by a third, according to new research. Instead of reaching for sugary and fatty snacks we should be ...
16 July 2014

Health benefits of fresh herbs

We all know that herbs bring depth, flavour and aroma to all types of culinary dishes but the fresh pots of herbs that sit on our kitchen windowsill can do ...
14 July 2014

10 steps to better nutrition

There are numerous guidelines and advice given for our diet and health, but which should we be following?  Here we have the ten steps to better nutrition from independent nutritionist Fiona ...
13 July 2014

Eat yourself calm

Have you ever considered what you eat might be influencing how you feel? What we consume can increase our energy levels and calm our mood. Before an exam, presentation or ...
11 July 2014

Is juicing really good for you?

The juicing diet trend has definitely taken hold, in fact UK kitchenware company Lakeland has reported a 4000% hike in juicer sales last year – but is is juicing actually ...
9 July 2014

Healthy breakfast makeover

Breakfast is often cited as the most important meal of the day, but what in fact should we be eating? I took part in a breakfast makeover scheme noting down what ...
8 July 2014

Coconut water health benefits

Coconut water is the must-have drink at the moment with people constantly raving about the benefits – but what exactly are they? Coconut water is a favourite of celebs and we ...
7 July 2014

Gluten-free on the move

A new app has been launched to help people manage a gluten free diet. Coeliac UK, the national charity for people with coeliac disease, have launched the app called ‘Gluten-free on ...
7 July 2014

The fruit juice ban – should it happen?

The government recently called for a ban on fruit juice at the dinner table because of the amount of sugar and the negative effects on health, but should we banning ...
6 July 2014

Superfood sales soar as people boost their diets

The nation’s enthusiasm for healthy living is on the rise as superfood vegetables beloved of celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow and Miranda Kerr are showing no signs of slowing down according ...
3 July 2014

Watercress the number one superfood?

We all know that fruit and vegetables are good for our health, but which one is the best? A new league table has been drawn up and watercress comes out ...
2 July 2014

How to eat healthy on holiday

A summer holiday is something many of us look forward to all year. There’s nothing better than escaping the routine of everyday life for some sun, sea and sand. For many ...
30 June 2014

Water Challenge - Drinking Water Only For Two Weeks - Week Two

Again, for those unfamiliar with the water challenge, it's a simple to understand concept. Eat what you like, but for two weeks drink nothing but water. I can now say that ...
30 June 2014

Jenna Dewan-Tatum shares her ultimate diet tip

Jenna Dewan-Tatum "swears" by green smoothies for her health and nutrition. The 33-year-old actress thinks it's important to get as many nutrients and vitamins into her body as soon as she ...
28 June 2014

How to succeed with weight loss

Starting a diet plan is half the battle, but then you have to stick at it and keep on going, no matter how slow you think the weight may be ...