Diet

Getting your family to eat enough fruit and vegetables can be a challenge. Here are some tips to ensure everyone in your household gets their recommended intake of two servings of fruit and five servings of vegetables every day. Swap the bacon and eggs at your weekend breakfast for baked beans or grilled mushrooms and […]

It’s common to see a few kilos creep on in winter. Not only does the cold weather cut down your outdoor exercise, but you suddenly feel hungrier and crave more comfort foods. So it’s not surprising to see, come spring, that there’s more work to do than simply bringing out your summer wardrobe. The problem […]

Do you turn to food when you’re feeling angry, depressed or bored? Here’s how to separate food and mood for good. Why do we do it? Most women are guilty of eating for reasons other than hunger, which is known as emotional eating. Psychologist and author Dr Elizabeth Celi says: “Food is so accessible and […]

It’s time to get up and get moving, according to a new study on heart health. Research has shown that adults who spend less time sitting throughout the day have a lower risk of early death from cardiovascular disease. In pictures: How to lose kilos without noticing Current government guidelines recommend 30 minutes or more […]

With all the health claims about exotic superfoods such as acai and pomegranate, it’s easy to overlook ordinary fruits and vegetables that also pack a hefty nutritional punch. Charge up your diet with these foods. Mangoes A new US study shows that mango prevents cancer growth in leukaemia and lung, breast and colon cancer cells, […]

Lifestyle changes can make a positive difference to our lives, but we’ve all been guilty of making a conscious effort to eat healthier or exercise more before returning to old habits a few weeks later. It is admirable to have the motivation to start to make these changes but the real success lies in making […]

Sex can lose its lustre for many reasons, ranging from hormonal hassles to stress, poor diet, boredom, medication and everything in between. Get your motor running with these tips. Eat smarter What you eat plays a big role in your sexual health. Zinc, in particular, is necessary for the release of hormones. Good sources include […]

Twenty years ago, Kit Kats were sold in two-piece packs weighing 20g, today a Kit Kat weighs 78g. Welcome to our supersize world. The result: we’re also supersizing ourselves. Fancy a biscuit? And how about a coffee to go with it? Twenty years ago, that would have meant a biscuit you could have fitted whole […]

Try a vegetarian meal plan for a week, and feel the difference. The benefits of a vegetarian eating plan are numerous. But it takes planning to ensure you get all the nutrients you need. We have developed a weekly meal plan, so whether you are a seasoned vegetarian or are looking at introducing the odd […]

Princess Beatrice showed off the results of her dramatic weight loss yesterday, three years after an unflattering photo of her was published. What made you decide to slim down?