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Whether you are off to a sunnier climate for a much deserved summer holiday or simply taking advantage of the good weather with time in the garden, a bbq or trip to the coast, it is vital to protect your self from the sun. Many of us have fallen into the habit of reaching [...]  Do you have a health issue getting you down that Doctor’s just can’t seem to help with? Do you not feel quite as well as you should? According to Allergy UK as many as 45% of people in the UK suffer from a food intolerance (1), many of which lead to varying symptoms that [...] The long chain omega 3 fatty acids, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), found in oily fish such as salmon, mackerel, trout and sardines, play an important role in optimal health. As previously mentioned in my blog posts they are important for our hearts, brain, eyes and may protect against various conditions. There [...] lavera is one of the leading natural and organic cosmetics brands in the UK and Germany, and we’re proud to be able to supply their products here at bodykind. They have core values on the naturalness of products, skin compatibility and effectiveness and they’re at the forefront of innovations in the natural and organic [...] Probiotics are a valuable part of a healthy diet (1) Probiotics are a valuable part of a healthy diet, and may play an important role in sustaining overall intestinal health. Many people suffer from the effects of intestinal imbalances which makes a focus on probiotics essential. Prevention of imbalance before it occurs is [...] A recent study has found that eating a protein-rich breakfast reduces feelings of hunger throughout the day (1). Skipping breakfast has been linked with overeating, weight gain and obesity. Those who regularly skip breakfast have 4.5 times the risk of obesity as those who consume breakfast regularly (2). A recent study [...] What we eat can have an impact on all areas of the body and health. Previously I have written about diet and the links to Alzheimer’s Disease and a recent study (1) has again found that diet may well have an impact on the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. According to the Alzheimer’s Society, the [...] This weekend I managed to get out for quite a few blissfully lengthy walks in my new home area of South Cambridgeshire. Walking is a form of exercise that I really enjoy and studies keep cropping up which seem to suggest it has various health benefits too. Recently (1) a study has found that [...] Asthma is a condition that affects many adults and children in the UK. Previously I have mentioned some studies that indicated that fruit and vegetable consumption reduces the prevalence of airway inflammation and childhood asthma. A recent study (1) has found that blackcurrant polyphenolic flavonoids (plant chemicals) extracts have been shown to alleviate lung inflammation. [...] The Glycaemic Index (or GI) is something I have written about a number of times. There appears to be a link between eating refined carbohydrates, imbalances in blood sugar (blood glucose) levels and heart disease. Eating a diet loaded with foods with a high glycaemic index or high glycaemic load has been increasingly linked [...] |
  
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