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Eating Seasonally: Fruits and Vegetables for November

November 4 '24

Eating Seasonally: Fruits and Vegetables for November

In this guide, we’ll explore ten tasty fruits and vegetables that are in season this month in the UK and Ireland, including benefits, recipes and tips on how to make the most of each one (1, 2).

Reconnecting with your Body’s Fullness and Hunger Signals Post-Holiday

October 20 '24

Reconnecting with your Body’s Fullness and Hunger Signals Post-Holiday

If your eating is feeling a bit out of whack in general, and you want to reconnect with your hunger and fullness signals, then this article is for you.

5 Benefits of Processed Foods

October 13 '24

5 Benefits of Processed Foods

There’s so much scaremongering surrounding processed foods, so it’s no wonder so many people are fearful of them.

Does Coffee Disrupt Our Hormones

October 6 '24

Does Coffee Disrupt Our Hormones

You may have heard the claims on TikTok that drinking coffee can play havoc with your hormones. Let’s take a closer look at this from an evidence-based perspective.

Q&A: Do you have any advice for when mentally you want to workout but physically you can’t get yourself to do it?

September 22 '24

Q&A: Do you have any advice for when mentally you want to workout but physically you can’t get yourself to do it?

Here are five evidence-backed methods to help ensure that your fitness goals don’t just stay in your head but translate into real progress

Dr Hazel Wallace,

Hypothalamic Amenorrhea Explained

August 25 '24

Hypothalamic Amenorrhea Explained

In this article, we will explore what hypothalamic amenorrhea is, what causes it and how to recover from it.

How to Speak to Your Doctor About Your Period

August 18 '24

How to Speak to Your Doctor About Your Period

In this article we will discuss some of the main reasons why it might be important to speak to your doctor about your period, and also what you can practically do to make the conversation easier for you.

Dr Nirja Joshi,

5 Myths About Periods

August 4 '24

5 Myths About Periods

As a doctor, and a person who menstruates, I think it is every woman's, and people who menstruate, right to understand their menstrual cycle - what to expect, what is normal and abnormal, and when to seek help.

Dr Hazel Wallace,

Can Seed Cycling Actually Balance our Hormones?

July 21 '24

Can Seed Cycling Actually Balance our Hormones?

Seed cycling has been increasing in popularity over the past few years due to claims that it can improve hormone levels. In this article, we’ll be exploring what’s involved and whether there’s any evidence to back up seed cycling.

4 Reasons to See Your GP About Your Periods

July 7 '24

4 Reasons to See Your GP About Your Periods

From when each woman starts their period (known as the menarche), to when their periods stop (the menopause), it can be difficult to navigate what may be normal or what may need further medical attention. In this article, we'll be giving 4 top reasons to book an appointment with your GP.

Dr Hazel Wallace,

How to Build a Balanced Grocery List

June 30 '24

How to Build a Balanced Grocery List

In this article, we'll be exploring the key elements of a balanced diet and learn how to integrate them into your weekly grocery list.

Are Supplements Necessary?

June 23 '24

Are Supplements Necessary?

How do we know whether we need to take these, do they actually work, and more importantly — are they even safe? This article will delve into this topic to answer these questions.

Dr Hazel Wallace, Maeve Hanan,

How to Read a Nutrition Label

June 16 '24

How to Read a Nutrition Label

This article outlines how to read food labels in the UK, breaking down the different elements of a food label and what they mean.

Understanding Nutrients

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Understanding Nutrients

In this article we will delve into the different types of nutrients, their functions, which foods contain them and more.

5 Key Supplements for Hybrid Training

May 19 '24

5 Key Supplements for Hybrid Training

Let’s explore the 5 most popular sports supplements in the world of hybrid training. Our aim is to provide you with the evidence and information you need to make informed decisions about what supplements you may choose to use.

Nutrition Consideration’s for Hybrid Training

May 12 '24

Nutrition Consideration’s for Hybrid Training

Hybrid training is a relatively new style of training that includes a combination of resistance and endurance training, like running and weight lifting. Naturally, the fuel needs of a runner vary from that of someone who is solely strength training, so this article is going to break down everything you need to know to support your running and weight-lifting goals as a hybrid athlete.

Hybrid Training: What is it and How to do it Well?

May 5 '24

Hybrid Training: What is it and How to do it Well?

In this article we're going to explore what hybrid training actually is, its benefits, and how to make sure you're doing it properly to ensure you're reaping these benefits.

David Birtwistle,

What is Stress and What Does it do to the Body?

April 28 '24

What is Stress and What Does it do to the Body?

You may have a good idea of what stress is based on your life experiences. As a health psychologist, seeing the impacts of stress on psychological and physiological health and wellbeing, I’ve identified that there are some common misunderstandings about stress.

Dr Sula Windgassen,