Weight Loss

Wellness is a term that we hear a lot these days. It refers to focusing on your mental and physical state and taking time to care for yourself in any way that you might need to. It sounds simple enough, but many people are left wondering how they can actually improve their wellbeing. The great outdoors brings us all kind of benefits which is why outdoor activities are talked about...

What is satiety?  Satiety (pronounced say-tie-itty in case you were wondering) is something of a buzzword in nutrition and weight loss. However, like many concepts touted as hot new ways to achieve weight loss, the idea of satiety is an in-built biological system as old...

The excess fat that sits on the sides of the waist are often referred to as love handles. Yet despite their cute name, there is not much to love about them. Their underlying cause is fat retention and it can be challenging to get rid...

When it comes to weight loss, people often talk about what you should avoid rather than what you should eat more of. However, it might be time to change that mindset with the help of protein. Protein is a key nutrient for weight loss and...

When was the last time you went for a walk? Maybe you walked to the shop or took the dog for a walk? Most of the time, most of us probably don’t walk as much as we should because it’s quicker and easier to jump...

When you find yourself rushed and ravenous, the idea of preparing a fresh, balanced meal from scratch isn’t always practical. That's why the simplicity and convenience of meal replacements are a huge attraction for many people.1 Here we discover the benefits of replacing your usual...

Getting fit or fitter can sometimes feel like an insurmountable goal. In fact, the sheer size of it all can often overwhelm you into procrastination mode, or into feeling fed up at the enormity of the task. But have no fear! There are sure-fire ways...

Almost everyone knows roughly what their body weight is or where they fall on the BMI scale, but these factors don’t always give us an accurate picture of overall health. Body composition, e.g. the breakdown of protein, fat, minerals and body water in our bodies...

Core exercises are an important part of a regular exercise routine. However, apart from some sit-ups and push-ups, they are often otherwise neglected. And yet core stability is essential for everyone. So how can you incorporate more core exercises into your exercise programme at home?...

Abdominal fat or belly fat is generally caused by eating too much unhealthy food and not taking enough exercise. So how easy is it to get rid of this excess fat? And what are the best steps to take, to move towards a fitter and healthier...

Garcinia cambogia is a tropical fruit, native to South and South-East Asia including Indonesia, parts of India and Sri Lanka.1 The small, robust fruits resemble miniature yellow or green pumpkins. Uses Traditionally eaten across South and South East Asia, the garcinia cambogia fruit has a...

Have you looked in the mirror lately and thought your face looks a little fuller than usual? It’s possible for people to gain weight in their face, just as much as it is to carry some extra pounds around their waist line or on their...