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Let’s explore the maths… If you’re a fan of TEDx talks, are fond of mathematics and are looking to lose weight, then the video below could be just what you’re looking for. In the video, Ruben Meerman (aka ‘the surfing scientist’) explores the myths and maths behind weight loss and asks the question: “When somebody … Read more
Whilst the lighthearted notion of “reaching for the nearest bar of chocolate” when we’re upset or stressed is something of a cliche, the sad reality is that comfort eating can have negative, long-lasting psychological consequences. Although it’s often seen as a source of amusement when we joke about comfort eating with friends or family, emotional … Read more
Whilst it’s easy to forgive yourself for having the occasional blowout if you overeat at Christmas (especially with all those delectable festive goodies around!), what about the other eleven months of the year? Letting your hair down once in a while is fine but in order to maintain a healthy weight, it’s important to be mindful of what … Read more
With the festive season rapidly approaching, we thought we’d take a preemptive swipe at the bathroom scales in case they try and tell us things we don’t want to hear come the New Year. We all know that Christmas time is the Season of Goodwill and usually good eating and drinking too. The shops are … Read more
MICHAEL MOSLEY – “YOU CAN LOSE UP TO 8LBS A MONTH” 4th October 2022 – Michael Mosley is back once again in the Express and on this occasion, he’s sharing his top tips to help you shed up to 8lbs a month! READ MORE SEASONAL FOOD FOR AUTUMN 19th September 2022 – As we say goodbye to … Read more
We’re all aware that shedding those excess pounds is beneficial for our overall health and wellbeing, but did you know that even losing a small amount can usher in significant health benefits. For those that are already overweight, it can be disheartening to assume that they must lose large amounts of weight to enjoy any … Read more
It’s no secret that exercise is good for you. Whilst many of us shrink away from the idea of going out for a 5-mile power run each day, we can still make significant improvements to our overall physical and mental health simply by being slightly more active throughout our normal, day-to-day activities. MODERN LIFESTYLES One … Read more
It’s a commonplace reason given for weight gain and a subsequent inability to lose it. As a consequence there are queues at the doctor’s to check for an underactive thyroid! But there are a number of rational reasons why this weight gain theory is clearly an obesity red herring.
Most people consider exercise an important part of losing weight but might they be expecting too much? There is now mounting evidence that slimmers won’t necessarily derive much benefit from pounding the treadmill and a compilation of over 60 studies confirms this view. The main shortcomings of exercising for weight loss are:
Let’s face it both 2020 and 2021 have been pretty tough years for nearly all of us in one way or another. So, as both are now firmly behind us, we thought we’d revisit the topic of New Year Resolutions since staying fitter and healthier in 2022 is perhaps more important than most other years … Read more