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Happiness! Is it over there?
For many of us the notion of happiness is tied to success. If I work harder, I’ll be more successful and once I am successful, I will be happy. That is of course, once we’ve finished our degree, got that job, that promotion, have the dream house, find the partner… With this way of thinking, we never get there – once a goal is reached, the goal posts are moved and happiness is still over there, in the future somewhere. But it doesn't have to be that way...
Recipe for Brussels sprouts and tofu stir-fry
Written by Millie BarrettBrussels sprouts and tofu stir-fry
This is a delicious, vegetarian meal, not difficult to make. Read the recipe through to the end before you begin. Anyone who says they don't like Brussel sprouts or tofu will most probably change their mind after trying this.
Why men need to eat more fruit and veg and women need to watch their weight.
Written by Millie BarrettNot long ago Janet wrote a series of articles on cancer, following the release of the figure 4 in 10 Britons will get cancer in their lifetime. Following on from this a further study has just been published in the British Journal of Cancer, relating specifically to the different risk factors associated with cancer. There are some surprising findings and you will learn some interesting tips for cancer prevention if you read on.
Most of us know that omega 3s are good for us and that they support brain health, eye health and cardiovascular health. Omega 3 also plays a very important role in regulating the immune system’s inflammatory response. If you don’t suffer from any inflammatory conditions (for example, eczema, joint inflammation or asthma) it might be easy to think that ‘inflammation’ is not applicable to you… but think again.
Have you been watching The Food Hospital?
Channel 4 is showing an eight-part series on Tuesday nights at 8pm called The Food Hospital. So far we have seen two episodes of this exciting new programme, showing not only how powerful foods can be in alleviating symptoms of painful conditions such as IBS, migraines, and psoriasis, but also in reducing risk factors for premature death in people with uncontrolled Type 2 diabetes and fatty liver disease.
Cancer risk increased through hormone disruption and environmental oestrogens
Written by Janet LakinIn July I talked about how dietary change can lower cancer risk. This was in response to the latest statistics which show 40% of Britons are expected to get cancer in their lifetime. In the second part of my blog I focus on how hormone disruption and exposure to environmental oestrogens may also pose a cancer threat and what you can do to help reduce your risk.
Our July/August online poll revealed that over 2/3 of respondents suspect or know that a particular food does not agree with them. Do you suspect you have a problem with certain foods? You may have even been told that you don't have a food allergy but still feel that some foods are affecting you. This blog explores the different ways that our bodies can react adversly to foods - it's not all about allergies......
Dieters put on more fat than they originally lose
Written by Janet LakinA recent study showed that when dieters put weight back on (as they often do) they end up with more fat than they originally lost and with less muscle. This has important consequences for our long term health goals. How can it be avoided?
Statistics show over 40% of Britons will get cancer
Written by Janet Lakin
Researchers from Macmillan Cancer Support have revised their previous figures and now predict that 4 in 10 Britons will get caner in their lifetime - (The Guardian - 14 July 2011). This is a shocking statistic and we really should be asking ourselves why figures are rising and what we can do to minimise our risk?. Read the article and then my comments – the first in a series which discusses what you can do to reduce your risk of becoming one of those four.
Key Nutrition invite you to the luxury Six Senses Spa open day
Written by Janet Lakin
Key Nutrition invite you to an open evening this Thursday the 30th June at the beautiful Six Senses Spa in Canary Wharf.