Nutrition

What we eat plays a fundamental role in our health. Our Nutritional Therapists are here to help. Find trusted, expert advice to help you make healthier choices and read inspirational life stories in these nutrition articles. 

Recipes Healthy recipes Eating for fitness Eating for mental health Eating for health Nutrition tips

It’s a common misconception that all cholesterol is bad for your health. Nuffield Health Professional Head of Physiology, Justin Jones, explains not only what good cholesterol is, but also how to increase the levels of it in your system.

Updated: Tuesday 21 June 2022

Published: Friday 3 February 2017

Head of Clinical Research and Outcomes, Dr Ben Kelly, explains the truth behind the hype.

Updated: Tuesday 14 June 2022

Published: Wednesday 23 January 2019

A tasty alternative to Moroccan Lamb Tagine, using gluten free quinoa instead of couscous, with a nutritional focus on keeping a healthy back.

Updated: Tuesday 7 June 2022

Published: Wednesday 2 September 2015

The sun is shining, the beach is beckoning and you are teeming with excitement at the thought of taking a well-earned break. But leaving everyday life behind doesn’t mean you have to abandon a healthy lifestyle.

Updated: Monday 30 May 2022

Published: Wednesday 8 July 2015

Nuffield Health personal trainer and health mentor Tan Quddus provides some tips that will help you come marathon day.

Updated: Monday 9 May 2022

Published: Friday 19 June 2015

The past 18 months have been immensely challenging. The stress of the pandemic and being confined to our homes has understandably resulted in some unhealthy habits. Prevention Lead Gosia Bowling and Head of Emotional Wellbeing Brendan Street discuss how we can get fitter and healthier, from exercising more to having a better sleep routine.

Updated: Monday 25 April 2022

Published: Wednesday 28 April 2021

When considering our nutrition there may be a temptation to jump into a ‘new’ diet or revamp our eating habits all at once. Studies continue to show that although this might show success in the short term, this doesn’t provide sustainable change. Steph Weekes, Registered Nutritional Therapist, outlines six key points to take on board when setting goals and making changes to your nutrition.

Updated: Monday 25 April 2022

Published: Tuesday 22 June 2021

Masterchef winner Shelina Permalloo and Nuffield Health Nutritional Therapist Zoe Rowlandson answer some common questions on how to reach and maintain a healthy weight.

Updated: Monday 25 April 2022

Published: Tuesday 12 May 2015

Living the busy lives that we do it can be hard to keep track of the food that we eat. Snacking is a quick fix for when we’re on the go and can be a good way to maintain our blood sugar levels, but it can also lead to unhealthy eating and weight gain.

Updated: Monday 25 April 2022

Published: Wednesday 27 May 2015

Our brains are telling us to eat more while our bodies suffer for it. Research Fellow and behaviour expert, Dr Sophie Attwood explains four bad habits you’ve probably formed and how to break them.

Updated: Monday 25 April 2022

Published: Friday 27 January 2017

Learn how to control your portion size for a healthier way to eat with this visual guide from nutritional therapist Mary Cotter.

Updated: Monday 25 April 2022

Published: Thursday 11 June 2015

Discover the problems and benefits of sugar and learn how to maintain a healthy sugar level throughout the day.

Updated: Monday 25 April 2022

Published: Monday 30 November 2015

Do you know how much sugar you should be consuming? Sugar is part of a healthy balanced diet but as it is can be hidden in foods we often consume too much. This sugar infographic explains how to find the balance.

Updated: Monday 25 April 2022

Published: Monday 30 November 2015

Use our mix and match guide below to create a variety of delicious and nutritious balanced breakfasts.

Updated: Monday 25 April 2022

Published: Tuesday 27 November 2018

Use our mix and match guide below to create a variety of delicious and nutritious balanced lunches.

Updated: Monday 25 April 2022

Published: Tuesday 27 November 2018

Use our mix and match guide below to create a variety of delicious and nutritious balanced dinners.

Updated: Monday 25 April 2022

Published: Tuesday 27 November 2018

Why do we need protein? How can we be sure we’re eating enough of the right kinds? Nuffield Health Nutritional Therapist Tracey Strudwick explains.

Updated: Monday 25 April 2022

Published: Thursday 2 March 2017

We need to regularly replace calcium in our bodies to keep our bones and teeth strong, but it's not just milk that can boost your calcium levels. Here's our guide to some of the more surprising calcium-packed foods.

Updated: Monday 25 April 2022

Published: Monday 22 June 2015

"This food is high in antioxidants,” says the marketing on the pack. But what are antioxidants, and why are they good for you?

Updated: Monday 25 April 2022

Published: Monday 19 October 2015

Flavour isn’t the only thing to consider when choosing which fats to cook with. Mary Cotter explains how choosing the right oils can have a huge benefit for your health too.

Updated: Monday 25 April 2022

Published: Thursday 26 November 2015