Wheat is a cereal which is the most important kind grown in temperate countries, the grain of which is ground to make flour for bread, pasta, pastry etc. Wheat is nutritious but has been found to cause health problems. Wheat flour contains a high amount of gluten, known to cause digestive issues, heart disease, celiac […]
Buying health products online is an easy option for many people across the UK. However, it’s important to be aware of the risks that come with buying health products online, as they could contain harmful products, or there could be a lack of consumer information. Keep reading to see how you can stay safe when […]
When you find out you have a food intolerance, people can assume it means a massive lifestyle overhaul or a big change in your diet. What’s more, they might panic about how it will affect social arrangements such as eating out in case choosing meals becomes difficult. While you might want to eliminate certain ingredients […]
There are few who can turn down the sweet treats on offer at Christmas time. From warming mulled wine sipped at Christmas markets to the chocolate advent calendars that are traditionally part of December breakfasts, it takes a lot of willpower to turn down the goodies that many of us look forward to eating as […]
We’ve all heard the phrase, ‘new year, new you,’ to inspire us to change our diets or embrace a more active lifestyle as part of our resolutions. While we’re often ready to feel healthier and energised after the Christmas break, cutting out certain types of food without taking an intolerance test could have the opposite […]
Ask someone what they love about Christmas, and food will usually feature quite heavily. From sipping mulled wine to munching on chocolate and tucking into the turkey, there’s certainly plenty of opportunity to overindulge. But is that a bad thing? Despite festive treats having a reputation for being on the naughty list, they come with […]
Christmas dinner is something most of us look forward to. Whether we eat meat, are vegetarian, vegan or have a food intolerance, many of us enjoy tucking into festive food at this time of year. Like many holidays, the meals we eat are central to the celebrations on both sides of the Atlantic, but do […]
People often say there’s no time like the present and when it comes to taking a food intolerance test, we couldn’t agree more. There’s no doubt that this time of year can get a bit hectic, but finding out whether you’re intolerant to certain foods makes perfect sense in the run-up to Christmas and will […]
Across the pond, Thanksgiving plans are in full swing, and like all holidays, food will be taking centre stage. Although many dishes on the table will be traditionally American, there are components of Thanksgiving dinner that we eat regularly as part of our everyday meals. What’s more, as well as being delicious, they’re highly nutritious, […]
Although coughs and colds are common all year round, they come into their own in autumn. We’ve previously looked at the importance of vitamins and the role each type plays in helping to maintain good health, but it’s also important that our bodies get the minerals they need to function properly. Vitamins and minerals are […]
