Eating five portions of fruit and vegetables each day is known to reduce the chance of heart attack, stroke, cancer and early death. But ten portions daily offers the greatest benefit, according to new research, led by scientists from Imperial College London, which analysed 95 studies on fruit and vegetable intake. The study, which was […]
Fasting has become more mainstream in the last three years thanks to books like The Fast Diet. New research suggests that fasting for 18 hours a day offers better results such as improved insulin sensitivity, lowered cholesterol and weight loss but of course eating only between 8am an 2pm, burning six per cent more calories that […]
When it comes to health-boosting properties, cocoa content is key. Therefore, the darker you eat your chocolate, the better. Bittersweet chocolate contains up to 75 per cent of cocoa solids. However, some people may find this too bitter to eat on its own. Dark chocolate, which contains around 70 per cent cocoa solids, is tasty […]
The evidence of diet playing an important factor in the control and relief of Crohn’s disease symptoms is much stronger in children. But there is general dietary advice which, if followed, can make a difference in easing symptoms. Drink lots of fluid to keep your body well-hydrated and to prevent constipation, sluggishness and aching muscles. […]
Can certain foods really help you control your weight and lose pounds in time for summer? Salmon Oily fish such as salmon, mackerel, sardines and anchovies are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, also known as ‘good’ fats. Other sources of omega-3 include; walnuts, flaxseeds and chia seeds. These ‘good’ fats have been found to boost […]
The obesity crisis has now become so severe that it is causing misery, ill health and using up huge amounts of NHS resources. I expect the Government to deal with this in a sensible and rational way rather than come up with cheap gimmicks like a sugar tax. Results show that 61.7 per cent of […]
64 per cent of children under 5 in South Africa go to bed hungry every night. The Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries in 2015 revealed that 12 million South Africans are “food insecure”. My interest with food gardens began when my role with Miss Earth allowed me to travel and I witnessed the dire […]
Orthorexia comes from the Greek word ‘ortho’ meaning correct and it’s a compulsion to eat a biologically perfect diet. Sufferers often hide behind highly restrictive diets, blaming allergies or food intolerances for their disordered relationship with food. You’ll hear orthorexics saying, ‘Eating x gives me migraines, y makes me bloated’. The motivation behind the faddy […]
Orthorexia is not officially recognised as a medical condition. The term was coined back in the 90s by Dr.Steven Bratman in the States. Here orthorexia would probably best slot into the ‘eating disorder not otherwise specified’ category. There are so many forms of disordered eating. These terms are fairly new but I think the condition […]