Nearly everybody has heard about diabetes. Most of us know a friend or family member living with diabetes. And with nearly 4 million people diagnosed in the UK and a further half a million who have the condition but don't yet know it, it’s strange...
Men’s Health Week 2017 – which runs from June 12-18 – is going to be themed around the problem of abdominal obesity – or ‘belly fat’ – with men being challenged “Do YOU have a hazardous waist?”. In general, men are less likely to perceive themselves...
I have been a fan of Mediterranean-style diets, both for my clients and myself, for many years. In fact, the results of a recent Spanish trial should get everyone interested in this healthy way of eating. Until now, evidence that the Mediterranean diet reduced the risk...
Monday 29th May is World Digestive Health Day. While a disease like Irritable Bowel Disease IBD requires medical treatment, you can manage a wide range of digestive complaints, like IBS, yourself. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common, chronic disease. IBS occurs in 10-20% of the population in the UK,...
Sweet Potato Burger with Griddled Pineapple & a Chilli salsa If you like a good burger you will love this ultimate vegetarian burger. The pineapple and chilli provide a bite and a kick. Beware, this is seriously delicious! Sweet Potato Burger Serves: 4 Preparation: 10 mins Cooking: 40 mins Method Step 1...
LEARN HOW TO BREATH PROPERLY! The effects of breathing techniques on anxiety have been studied at length, and I use them with my clients to encourage using the breath as a means of increasing awareness and mindfulness. Regular deep breathing slows the action of the heart,...
With Easter just around the corner, thoughts are turning towards spring, and well–towards chocolate! Being partly Belgian, the mere thought of writing a piece on healthy chocolate had me salivating – well that’s my excuse anyway! If you are going to put a little chocolate in your...
There is nothing quite like starting your day with a nutritious smoothie! And if you have been following our Instagram feed of late, I’m afraid you’ll know all about it! Check out CJMB’s Gorgeous Greens Super Food Smoothie below...
4 SERVINGS - Cooking time: 20 minutes Method: Heat oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion, and sauté about 8 minutes, until golden. Add garlic; sauté about 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Add stock, asparagus and squash, and reduce heat to medium. Cook 4 minutes, stirring...
8 HEALTHFUL WAYS TO SPRING CLEANSE Believe it or not, the warmer weather is now fast approaching, and the first hint of spring often inspires us to get back on the health track. It’s time to renew your intention (sankalpa) towards wellness. I suggest a gentle reboot...