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Eating For Your Menstrual Cycle
We all know that eating healthily is important for the most efficient body function, but somehow, as we reach a certain point in our menstrual cycle, we crave foods that give us an instant energy boost and soothe our need for comfort.
Peach Fizz
How Much Water is Too Much?
Did you know, however, that you can get too much of a good thing, and that over-hydrating the body can be just as serious as under-hydrating it. So, how much water is too much?
Homemade Elderflower Cordial
World Alzheimer’s Day 2021
World Alzheimer’s Day takes place every year on 21 September and is the focus of World Alzheimer’s month.
Coffee As A Hydrator
You can drink your morning coffee in the happy understanding that it is having a hydrating effect on your body.
Is Calorie Counting an Effective Strategy for Weight Loss?
Which Foods will Help you Reach Your Hydration Goals?
Around a third of our water comes from the foods we eat. In theory, if you eat enough of the right foods, you won’t need to drink so much water.
How to Exercise Each Day Without Really Trying
There is no easy way to tone up or get slimmer, but by making a few changes in your life, you could burn a few extra calories and build up some stamina, so that everything feels a little easier.
30 Reasons to Drink More Water
We have compiled a long, long list of the benefits of proper hydration, in an effort to motivate you to go and get another drink!
Water and the Urinary Tract
The urinary tract is made up of several organs, all of which to work together to fulfil their roles as part of the urinary system.
Hydration Tips for Athletes
To perform at your absolute best, it is essential to keep hydrated not just during the physical event but also before and after. Luckily, we have some important tips to help keep your fluid levels balanced whether you’re a novice or an avid athlete.
Hydration Status and its Impact on Thermoregulation
It sounds fancy but thermoregulation is just the scientific term for the body’s ability to keep its temperature within a normal range. Our body temperature should be between 36.1oC and 37.2oC, with the average temperature being 37oC.
5 Hydrating Foods
The water content of some foods is extremely high and can play a good part in keeping your hydration levels optimal. Plus, they are a good alternative to fatty snacks as well!
British Hydration Habits
A report by the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) back in 2014 showed that a staggering 89% of us are not meeting our daily recommended water intake.
The History of Athletic Hydration
Did you know, that back in the early days of organized marathon running, before the 1970s, professional athletes were advised not to drink any fluids at all before or during their race? Can you imagine trying to complete a 40-mile-run without so much as a drop of water to get you through?
Hydration Throughout Life
Did you know, that your water needs also vary at different stages of your life?
Hydration for Drivers
Staying properly hydrated on your journey is key to fighting off feelings of fatigue and lethargy, preventing headaches and helping to keep your metabolism working as it should.
How Much Water Do We Need to Drink in the Summer?
The warm weather brought by summer can be perfect for beach visits, lounging by the pool, picnics in the park but the key to enjoying all these activities is hydration.
Can Hydration Cure Insomnia?
Could a few extra glasses of water throughout the day really cure your inability to sleep?
Fail-Safe Hangover Cures
While it is impossible to make your headache and nausea magically vanish, there are a few sensible ideas to try to help lessen the symptoms.
Chicken, Prawn and Chorizo Paella
Although the Spanish can be protective about what actually constitutes an authentic paella, this simple and delicious recipe is enough to lock up your hunger.
Butternut Squash Soup
This healthy butternut squash soup is the perfect winter warmer.
Triple Bean Chilli
An easy vegan alternative to the famous classic chilli con carne.
Edamame Beans and Noodles in a Spicy Sauce
Noodles and vegetables make an excellent stir fry choice.
Nourishing Easy Vegetable Soup
A versatile and easy to prepare vegetable soup recipe that’s great for using up the veg in your fridge.
Creamy Veggie Thai Green Curry
This Thai green curry is perfect for vegans or anyone who just fancies a veg packed meal.
Creamy Coconut Goan-Inspired Curry
This goan-inspired recipe is packed with fibre and is vegan friendly, too.
Summer Cooler Recipe: It’s Pimm’s o’clock
It’s Pimm’s o’clock… This adult-only favourite symbolises a true summer taste and we show you how to make this sunny classic.
Summer Cooler Recipe: Lemonade Cooler
Try this easy homemade classic lemonade cooler recipe It’s sure to be a real showstopper this summer.
Summer Cooler Recipe: Easy Iced Tea
Check out this summery iced tea recipe with a citrus kick, the ultimate go-to refreshing drink for those hot days.
How to Exercise Each Day Without Really Trying
There is no easy way to tone up or get slimmer, but by making a few changes in your life, you could burn a few extra calories and build up some stamina, so that everything feels a little easier.
Five Simple Steps for a Healthier You
A longer life depends on a healthy body, which is why it is so important to look after ourselves the best we can.
The Importance of Looking After your Gut
Until something is wrong, it is easy to forget about this vital system within the body. However, the gut plays a very important role in the body.
Why You Should Watch the Clock for Your Health
Time is so important. It guides and dictates our every waking (and sleeping) moment. We use the time to make sure we wake up for work or that we make that important meeting. We even rely on time for when we eat certain meals but now you can watch the clock for another aspect of your health, too. Hydration.
Hydration & Mental Health
Mental Health Awareness Week is almost upon us – but can drinking water really help to ease any concerns we may have about our psychological and emotional well-being?
Ways to Rejuvenate Your Body
When thinking of detoxing, often people think of harsh detox or elimination diets that use special diets or products such as laxatives to remove harmful toxins from the body. But the body is well-equipped to naturally detoxify itself when you implement some small but significant lifestyle changes.
Reasons Why You Feel Tired
There are many reasons for feeling tired including simply not getting enough sleep, but it could also be because of an underlying health issue. Don’t panic, let’s look at some of the causes of feeling tired all the time.
5 Facts About The Kidneys
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With World Kidney Day taking place on Thursday 11th March, we look at the kidneys and find some interesting facts about them for you to enjoy.
Eating Disorders Awareness Week 1 – 7 March 2021
In the UK, 1.25 million people are living with an eating disorder, but it’s not just the person living with the condition that suffers but their loved ones too.
Simple Ways To Stay Motivated
Unexpected situations can arise which can drain us of all motivation, that’s why it is important to have a plan of action in place to keep procrastination at bay.