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. 

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What you eat before a workout can make a big difference to your performance and results.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 11 September 2019

After a workout, food can help you to repair, refuel and recover.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 11 September 2019

Having a good breakfast is the best start to any day, but it can be difficult to know what foods will give you the lasting energy you need. Our mix and match guide will help you create delicious and healthy breakfasts.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 27 November 2018

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: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Monday 22 June 2015

Eating healthy foods can help you recover and reduce your risk of heart problems – but it can also seem expensive. However, with a little planning and know how, it's possible to eat very well on a budget. Health and Wellbeing Physiologist Michelle Bailey provides some tips and tricks to help you keep your food bill low and your diet healthy.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Friday 23 December 2022

They say mathematics can explain the universe. It can also explain why you’re not achieving your weight loss goals. Head of Preventative Medicine, Dr Ben Kelly crunches the numbers.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Thursday 5 January 2017

Create hundreds of nutritious oat recipes with these tasty topping suggestions from Nutritional Therapist Jessica Andersson.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 8 November 2016

With interest in protein shakes and powders growing more every year, questions around usage, benefits, training supplementation, and how much is too much are more common than ever.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 17 February 2016

The holy month of Ramadan marks a period of fasting for Muslims around the world. This religious obligation requires those who are fit and able to abstain for eating and drinking during daylight hours. We’ve put together the guide below to answer any questions you might have about fasting, nutrition, what and when to eat, and who’s exempt from fasting during Ramadan.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Monday 29 January 2024

There are a few simple ways to reduce your risk of getting kidney stones. Fluid and diet play an important preventative role.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Thursday 2 May 2019

Our risk level for developing high blood pressure (or hypertension) is predominantly dependent on the food we eat. If you have high blood pressure, it’s important you adapt your diet to include more heart-healthy foods. This will not only bring your blood pressure down, but improve your overall health too.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 18 January 2023

Children often need encouragement when it comes to eating a varied and healthy diet. We've put together some strategic nutritional advice for parents in need of inspiration.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 15 February 2017

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: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Thursday 26 November 2015

When it comes to diet and nutrition, separating fact from fiction can be tricky. With so much information out there, making the right choices for you and your family can seem impossible. Thankfully, there are a few core principles that never change.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Monday 31 July 2023

Suffering from poor digestion can be a miserable experience. You may be experiencing symptoms of bloating, diarrhoea, constipation or gas, which can make life very uncomfortable.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Friday 19 June 2015

Want to live a healthier lifestyle? But struggle to find the time or motivation to eat better and stay active. Our experts share 20 simple hacks you can build into your daily routine to help improve your diet and get you moving.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Friday 19 June 2015

We need protein in our diet because it’s an essential macronutrient that aids with repairing muscle, balancing our hormones, and tissue growth. However, with a wide range of high-protein products available today, knowing how much to eat and where to get it from can be confusing.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Tuesday 3 September 2024

Popcorn is a great source of wholegrain, antioxidants and fibre. Nutritional Therapist Mary Cotter explains why adding coconut makes this simple recipe even better.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Tuesday 29 March 2016

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: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 27 May 2015

Finding the right things to eat as part of a balanced, enriching diet is a daily struggle for millions. In our hectic lives we seldom stop to think about what the best choices are when it comes to meals.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Thursday 30 June 2016