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A small, month-long study at St. Michael's Hospital and the University of Toronto in Ontario, of the so-called Eco-Atkins diet, which stresses plant proteins, worked better than a high-carb diet at reducing levels of low-density lipoprotein or LDL, which raises the risks of heart attacks and stroke and showed signs of lowering blood pressure.
(03-07-2009)
Which? has found that the average pre-prepared salad sold in UK supermarkets is almost as loaded with calories and fat as a burger – largely because of their dressings.
(02-07-2009)
Women over the age of 30 who exercise for more than an hour a week could reduce their risk of getting breast cancer, according to a new medical study.
(30-06-2009)
Those of us carrying around a few extra pounds should take heart - the slightly overweight seem to live longer than those of 'healthy' weight.
(25-06-2009)
The results of the study show that patients who have had bariatric surgery have a two-fold risk in developing a fracture or sustaining a fracture as compared to the normal population.
(24-06-2009)
Square-eyed Brits are more likely to cut back on holidays, eating out and home improvements than surrender their satellite TV subscriptions, according to new research.
(19-06-2009)
Do you know where the meat you buy comes from? Log on to a WebTV show with Ruth Langsford to get the facts on food labelling. Chat date: 23rd June 3pm
(18-06-2009)
Award-winning cookery school, Eckington Manor, is offering courses with a difference this summer. Aimed exclusively at young cooks, the courses will teach children the reality of where food comes from, why shopping locally is best and ways to ensure nothing goes to waste.
(12-06-2009)
New research from Boots finds that, contrary to popular belief, most people don’t suffer their first incidence of hayfever as a child, but shockingly at almost 30 years old[1].
(12-06-2009)
New research has shown that eating just a handful of sweet and crunchy Chantenay carrots every day can help protect our skin and fight the effects of sun damage.
(11-06-2009)
As summer finally arrives, research released highlights that June, rather than January, is actually the month when Brits become most health conscious,
(11-06-2009)
Hi everyone, I have just moved house and, since it is meant to be one of the most stressful things in life, I think I'm entitled to a minor stress-relieving AAAAAAARGH!!!!! I've just been painting my...
Feeling very down in the dumps today, im at my highest weight for 10 years and cant seem to get motivated. Also, at the moment, everytime i eat, i'm running to the bathroom, terrible cramps and...
Well i manged the 2 week liquid diet just fine, i suppose i was quite easy for me because i love soup. I am ready to move onto the sloppy food stage now, but i dont know what i should be eating...
Well im 5 weeks post gastric band, felling really good, son is out of hospital and well, extension to house is approved, getting a new car and holiday to france booked and sons consultant has said he...
yepiee, i sold my car, be half way for my surgery, to go private, hope next few weeks i can get rest of the cash together have it done summer hoildays, bt of luck. if my other half dont change...
Was really hot in the apartment last night, only ate yesterday:-breakfast was 1xActimal with my Vitamins and garlic tablet and 1 Low fat Yoghurt Lunch was 1 rivita with Tuna and Peas(is Yummy)Dinner...
Well what can l say it's been 10 mths since l been banded today- whoop whoop, best thing l could ever have spent my divorce money on...Even with all my ups & downs lve had with it. have lost a...
Ohhhhh how I wish this weather would break, it has been in the high 80's to 90's here since before the weekend, I haven been able to exercise, it is just too hot, I could end up doing more damage than...
Now four weeks post-op and am feeling a little low. Having initially lost just under a stone since the op I now seem to have plateaued and started to put weight back on. My...
Was going to join my gym today and start my first session then my mate managed to talk me out of it with common sense.20mins walk from me is a park. The park has other walks and bike trails in it...
Hi all I'm Steven im currently 23stone my BMI is aproaching 50 and i am not getting any younger finding it harder everyday carrying the weight and I have made the decision to go and see my...
Well I eventually had my bypass on 20th may 2009 with WLS GROUP , who i must say are exellent, I had it done in sheffield by Mr Ackroyd, again exellent, I was very worried before my op , was crying...
Well ive been back at work 4 days and it feels like Ive never been away. Interestingly I have found work so much more managable. I am feeling so happy...and I dont mean in a ridculous delirous way. I...
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A small, month-long study at St. Michael's Hospital and the University of Toronto in Ontario, of the so-called Eco-Atkins diet, which stresses plant proteins, worked better than a high-carb diet at reducing levels of low-density lipoprotein or LDL, which raises the risks of heart attacks and stroke and showed signs of lowering blood pressure.
Which? has found that the average pre-prepared salad sold in UK supermarkets is almost as loaded with calories and fat as a burger – largely because of their dressings.
Body chemistry changes that lead to type 2 diabetes begin several years before symptoms become apparent, research has shown.
The north-west and Tyneside have the highest level of alcohol-related illness in England.
Women over the age of 30 who exercise for more than an hour a week could reduce their risk of getting breast cancer, according to a new medical study.
Increased intakes of vitamin D may improve weight loss while following a calorie-restricted diet, according to new findings from the US.
Men who eat healthier diets may also have healthier sperm, new research from Spain shows.
Those of us carrying around a few extra pounds should take heart - the slightly overweight seem to live longer than those of 'healthy' weight.
The results of the study show that patients who have had bariatric surgery have a two-fold risk in developing a fracture or sustaining a fracture as compared to the normal population.
Square-eyed Brits are more likely to cut back on holidays, eating out and home improvements than surrender their satellite TV subscriptions, according to new research.
Do you know where the meat you buy comes from? Log on to a WebTV show with Ruth Langsford to get the facts on food labelling. Chat date: 23rd June 3pm
Award-winning cookery school, Eckington Manor, is offering courses with a difference this summer. Aimed exclusively at young cooks, the courses will teach children the reality of where food comes from, why shopping locally is best and ways to ensure nothing goes to waste.
New research from Boots finds that, contrary to popular belief, most people don’t suffer their first incidence of hayfever as a child, but shockingly at almost 30 years old[1].
New research has shown that eating just a handful of sweet and crunchy Chantenay carrots every day can help protect our skin and fight the effects of sun damage.
As summer finally arrives, research released highlights that June, rather than January, is actually the month when Brits become most health conscious,
