Most people start running because they need or want to lose weight and get in better shape. Running is one of the very best ways to do that. As with any exercise program though, staying motivated is often a problem over time. Running, however, has an easy solution – racing. Competition is often the key … Keep reading
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Expat mental health – an overview
Moving abroad – rewards and challenges The decision to go and live abroad is – obviously – an important one, and something that requires a fair bit of thought, research and lots of preparation being carried prior to booking the flight tickets and waving goodbye to friends and family.
Benefits of VLCD
A Very Low Calorie Diet (VLCD), is a diet where people eat a very low number of calories each day, typically between 500-800 calories, in order to lose weight. Sometimes these types of calorie restrictive diets are wrongly considered unhealthy and information on their benefits is not readily available. However, there are many positive aspects … Keep reading
Healthy Snack Ideas
We all snack more than we realise. It’s too easy to grab a chocolate bar or a bag of crisps instead of reaching for something healthier when we’re hungry. If the snacks are there, we’ll eat them! However, they can be full of hidden horrors, like salt, sugar and saturated fats. And in time, too … Keep reading
Eleven Energy Boosting & Disease Fighting Foods
The foods that are covered in this article are proven energy boosters as well as effective warriors against various diseases. Including them in your diet may help you find a healthier way of life. 1. Potatoes A single red potato may contain up to 66 micrograms of folate, which the body uses for building cells. … Keep reading
Very Low Calorie Diet (VLCD) Explained
If you’re trying to lose weight you are in the right place, eating healthily and being physically active are key. However, a very low calorie diet (VLCD) could be the right option, followed for a limited time they can help support you through this transition.