Eating well
Help your parents rediscover the joys of food and keep them living well for longer with expert tips and advice on healthy eating.
Can you meet protein goals with cheap meals?
Collaborative Post Eating a healthy diet can feel like an inaccessible goal for a lot of us. Especially in such an influencer-based culture, finding inspiration for cheap, protein-rich meals can be particularly difficult for those of us who have relatively tight budgets. There are however a number of ways that you can stay healthy and […]
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5 Everyday Foods That May Be Killing Your Testosterone
Collaborative Post Testosterone is a key hormone that helps with muscle growth, energy, mood, and even sex drive. Both men and women need healthy levels of testosterone to feel their best. Yet, many people unknowingly eat foods that might lower their testosterone day after day. In today’s fast-paced world, it can be hard to keep […]
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The Science Behind Salmonella: What Makes it So Dangerous?
Collaborative Post Salmonella is perhaps one of the most well-known and dangerous bacteria linked to foodborne illness, infecting millions of people worldwide with some cases even leading to severe complications and death. While most people are aware of the need to handle food carefully to avoid infections, fewer understand the science that makes Salmonella such […]
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Health Food Store Myths Debunked
Collaborative Post Health food stores have been a powerhouse in the health industry that has gained more and more popularity among people as they are charting a course for a healthier lifestyle. Surprisingly enough, the products that many people see as consumed in health food stores do not necessarily offer the plethora of health benefits […]
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Can Easter food treats be good for you?
Many of those moving into middle and later life will be used to finding that the food and drink we enjoy are bad for us. Guilt can be this time become something of a way of life. So it’s reassuring to find an industry expert who believes that chocolate eggs, hot cross buns and Simnel […]
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You Are What You Eat, So What Is What You’re Eating Doing to You?
Collaborative Post We’re living in a world obsessed with how we look. What we see in the mirror influences how we feel – and what we see in the mirror isn’t always what we want to see. How much of a role do you think diet plays in this? A big one. Below, we’ll tell […]
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What is dysphasia and why is it a challenge for an older person?
Dysphasia is a language disorder that affects a person’s ability to communicate. It’s often caused by damage to the areas of the brain responsible for language due to neurological conditions such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, or brain tumours. For older people, dysphasia can be concerning and even dangerous for several reasons. Communication Dysphasia impairs […]
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The Role of Fibre in Gut Health
Collaborative Post If you want to improve your gut health, it is best to add fibre-rich foods to your diet. It optimises the function of the friendly gut bacteria, which are essential for your overall health and well-being. Fibre is a complex carbohydrate that passes through your digestive tract and enters the colon, where it’s […]
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How to create a senior-friendly kitchen
Collaborative Post The kitchen is the heart of any home, where families gather and spend quality time together. But it can also be a dangerous space, as many unwanted accidents can happen there, especially for seniors. If you have an elderly person living in your home, you need to be extra cautious and make your […]
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Food shopping and cooking in a cost of living crisis
The cost of some staples have doubled in a year. While supermarkets and their suppliers are being suspected of profiteering in a crisis, the story is more complicated. At every stage of the supply chain costs of production have risen – animal feed, energy and transport, higher import costs, poor harvests, and more. While the […]
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