If you’re trying to get back in shape after a bit of holiday indulgence, then why not start by focusing on reducing your sugar intake, because sugar really is the main culprit, when it comes to piling on the pounds. Sugar can be hidden in lots of foods, so here are a few tips to help you navigate food labels. 1. What
If you’re struggling with the winter blues, then take a look at our list of good mood food to bring a smile back to your face and a spring to your step. The food you eat can have a direct impact on your mood. If you’re feeling low, it might be because your levels of the neurotransmitter serotonin are low, as this “good
Control Your Cravings! A WellWellWell Nutritional Workshop Struggling with a sweet tooth? Can’t resist a bread basket? Desperate for a coffee? When you’re trying to keep in shape, these cravings can really get in the way. In this workshop, we’ll take a look at the biochemistry behind cravings. Once you understand how and why they happen, you can start to take steps to control them
It’s time to make the most of the British summer, as the sun’s action on our skin is the primary source of vitamin D and, unlike expensive supplements, it won’t cost you a penny! Long associated with healthy bones and teeth, recent research has also linked vitamin D to a raft of other long-term health benefits, including potential protection from
WellWellWell is pleased to be supporting National Childhood Obesity Week 2011 (4-10 July). Obesity is one of the most serious health epidemics facing our society today with 1 in 3 children currently overweight or obese in the UK. WellWellWell is joining forces with MEND to promote MEND Move It Week, a nationwide initiative that aims to encourage families to spend more
Spring is definitely in the air, and with summer just around the corner, now might be a good time to get yourself in shape, so that you’re ready to bare all on the beach. So as a first step, why not focus on reducing your sugar intake, because sugar really is the bad guy, when it comes to piling on the
“Doubts have been raised over the idea that being overweight and "apple shaped" increases heart attack risk.” So reports the BBC News website about an article published in the Lancet today. But, think again “Apples”, if you think this means you’ve got away with it, as that’s not exactly what the study says! For a long time, the received wisdom amongst
The Cochrane Library today published a systematic review of trials examining a link between zinc supplementation and the reduction of symptoms of the common cold. Focusing on a carefully selected group of high-quality clinical trials, the Review analysed the results in order to assess the effect of zinc on common cold symptoms. Read on for a summary, or click here
Even though it’s the shortest month, February can seem so long: Christmas is over, spring is still weeks away, and it’s cold and grey outside. Taking care of what you eat and drink can really help you manage your mood, so here are three nutritional tips to help you beat the February blues. Boost your vitamin D levels, as Vitamin D
Of the 15% of couples who experience delayed conception when trying to start a family, almost half of these are due to male fertility problems. A 2008 study reported that 1 man in 20 will suffer from sub-fertility. Up to 80% of male fertility appears to be due to damage to sperm cells, and this can be due to a variety
