Fish and chip shops are a British institution. There’s no denying we love ordering food from the chippy, whether the classic meal of cod and chips or some other variation such as haddock, pie, saveloy, sausage or even a veggie burger. In fact a YouGov survey from this year revealed that fish and chips is … Read more
The healthiest bread Brits can eat isn’t white or brown – it is in fact the more up-market sourdough and the reasons why are little-known. Bread is a staple food in many countries and cultures across the world. This is no exception in the UK where we collectively buy around 11 million loaves every single … Read more
Fresh fruit and vegetables are always billed as the key to a healthy, balanced diet. But if someone told you the tinned equivalents could also contain the same benefits, would you believe them? The NHS recommends that we should eat at least five portions a day to maintain optimum health. Both are packed with vital … Read more
It can be hard to feel motivated for the day first thing in the morning. On colder, darker days in particular it can be tempting to hit that snooze button and stay in bed for as long as possible. While we do need a certain amount of rest, getting into this habit could be doing … Read more
The average person poos anywhere between three times a day to three times a week. It is a necessary bodily function to help expel any undigested food and other waste products. While it may not seem that important, the colour and consistency of our poo can actually tell us a lot about our health. Sometimes … Read more
Many of us are taught some simple- and easy ways to stay hygienic as children. These are important habits that should stay with us into adulthood. And during the Covid pandemic, these became even more important to avoid the risk of becoming ill. Washing your hands after you use the toilet and before you eat … Read more
Cancer is a potentially deadly disease that occurs when abnormal cells divide and spread in an uncontrolled way. These cells can also damage nearby tissue and organs. There are more than 200 types of cancer that can affect the human body. These depend on where in the body they start. Among the most common types … Read more
Many of us are taught the simple ways to stay hygienic when children. These are important habits that stay with us into adulthood. And during the COVID-19 pandemic, these became even more important or run the risk of becoming ill. Washing your hands after you use the toilet and before you eat are two such … Read more
Many of us are aware of the importance of staying hydrated, with water being one of the healthiest ways to do so. Popular hot drinks such as tea and coffee can also help prevent dehydration and bring with them their own health benefits. However, one expert has recommended a slightly unusual drink that could do … Read more
