As the weather turns chilly we start to think towards Autumn comfort food and what better way to relax and de-stress than with a delicious bowl of soup. Why not try this autumnal soup recipe? The beauty of soups is that they are warming and calming and a meal in themselves without being heavy and… Read more
Boost your immunity this autumn
There’s no denying it anymore: It’s officially autumn. The mornings are cold, the evenings are dark, and London is playing up to its reputation on the weather front. Top this with the daily stressors of City life, public transport and an inadequate diet, and you’ll soon experience the discomfort of a ‘cold’. What’s your immunity… Read more
Breakfast pancakes – a different way to start your day
Breakfast pancakes are a wonderful way to start the day. These buckwheat pancakes are low in sugar and contain a good amount of protein from the egg, which helps keep you feeling fuller for longer and keeps sugar cravings at bay. Try swapping breakfast cereal for pancakes, and experience the difference you feel. You can also experiment… Read more
Top 10 energy tips at work
Here are 10 simple energy tips that will really help your concentration and improve energy levels at work, and in the rest of your life as well. 1. Drinking too much caffeine is an energy robber. In short term you might feel that it is perking you up buy in the long term the effect… Read more
Could you have diabetes?
Diabetes is increasing on a global scale. Even more concerning is the fact that you could be a sufferer without knowing it. According to Diabetes UK, between 1996 and 2010 the number of people diagnosed with diabetes increased from 1.4 million to 2.6 million. It is estimated that another 0.5million people have the disease but… Read more
Control your blood pressure
So you’re 120 over 80. Or maybe you’re 140 over 90. Be honest, do you really know what that means? You’ve had your blood pressure checked. The doctor ‘hmm’s and says ‘That’s fine.’ You take a deep breath and ask, ‘What is it?’ Slowly your doctor raises her head and looks you straight in the eye…. Read more
Does being overweight really matter?
Suppose that you realise that you are overweight. Perhaps you have not got back into shape after having kids or maybe you have always been a little plumper than you would like. Is it really a problem? A few curves and a couple of extra kilos can be flattering and sensual – and that goes… Read more
