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Sleep tip from nutritional therapist Zoe Hill “What we eat in evening can have significant impact on sleep. Balanced meal with source of protein, slow-releasing carbohydrates, plenty of veg& healthy fats helps keep blood sugar stable overnight" Try gojis: yourhealthyliving.co.uk/the-art-of-bet…

Women’s hormone health expert Alison Bladh's advice 50+ Strength training becomes non-negotiable: supports bone, muscle, balance& insulin sensitivity. Add regular walking and mobility work for cardio health& joint support. Sleep& stress management matter: yourhealthyliving.co.uk/hormones-in-ha…

In the latest health news - a short-term, oat-based diet is found to be effective at reducing cholesterol levels, with our gut microbiome playing a key role. Research from University of Bonn: #connection" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">yourhealthyliving.co.uk/news#connection

Eating the rainbow, getting enough protein and why plants are the best place to be - in our interview with @BOSHTV founders @henrydavidfirth & @IanTheasby: yourhealthyliving.co.uk/firth-theasby _ Photo© Haarala Hamilton

Women’s hormone health expert Alison Bladh's advice for different ages 30s&40s Tolerance often drops: Alcohol can worsen sleep, anxiety, breast tenderness& hot flushes. Caffeine can cause palpitations. Reducing frequency is often enough to see benefits: yourhealthyliving.co.uk/hormones-in-ha…

Nature-based therapy (AKA forest-bathing, no water involved) may help us find hope, meaning and a deeper sense of connection, according to new research from the University of Manchester. More on this& more health news: #therapy" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">yourhealthyliving.co.uk/news#therapy

Plant-powered breakfast from @BOSHTV, comforting, creamy porridge packed with gut-friendly seeds& warming turmeric: yourhealthyliving.co.uk/golden-mixed-s… _ 'BOSH! More Plants: 30-minute plant-based meals' by @henrydavidfirth& @IanTheasby is out now (publisher: DK)

Better sleep through food! Magnesium-rich foods can support restful sleep by calming nervous system: green leafy veg, bananas, nuts& pulses. Avoid tea& coffee. Don't forget no chocolate! Cheese can also be a stimulant. Prioritise early-morning daylight: yourhealthyliving.co.uk/the-art-of-bet…

To go along with our @BOSHTV founders' (@IanTheasby & @henrydavidfirth) interview we've new recipes from them, this one is Florentine Tofu Scramble: yourhealthyliving.co.uk/florentine-tof… _ Recipe: 'BOSH! More Plants: 30-minute plant-based meals' -Henry Firth& Ian Theasby (Publisher: DK)

Q. Tip for readers who want to eat more plants but short on time? A. "Frozen food is great. We really recommend frozen aisle; very fresh& lasts longer. Feeding your freezer is great place to be." -@henrydavidfirth Our interview: yourhealthyliving.co.uk/firth-theasby _ Photo©Haarala Hamilton

Alison Bladh, women’s hormone health expert& author, offers advice for different ages Teens: Dealing with PMS, painful periods, irregular cycles, acne or mood swings -blood sugar balance is often the foundation. Not skipping meals& other things that help: yourhealthyliving.co.uk/hormones-in-ha…

Sarah Hagen, Healthy Indulgence, Cowes, on cholesterol Isn’t always as simple as think. Stress plays massive part& long-term inflammation. If someone has a lot of pain, cholesterol will generally be higher because body trying to settle inflammation down: yourhealthyliving.co.uk/here-to-help-h…

A short-term, oat-based diet is effective at reducing #cholesterol levels, with our gut microbiome playing a key role. You can read about this new research here: #connection" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">yourhealthyliving.co.uk/news#connection

What to eat for better sleep⬇️ A balanced meal with source of protein, slow-releasing carbs, plenty of veg& healthy fats helps keep blood sugar stable overnight. Fluctuations in blood sugar can trigger stress, making it harder to fall/stay asleep. Light!: yourhealthyliving.co.uk/the-art-of-bet…

Benefit of getting #protein from plants is nutrient density: getting fibre, B vits& loads of other nutrients alongside. You do need to eat decent volume, but good because fibre so important. -@henrydavidfirth Our @BOSHTV Interview: yourhealthyliving.co.uk/firth-theasby Photo©Haarala Hamilton

Get to know -Healthy Indulgence- in Cowes! -Est. 2011 -owner Sarah Hagen (Adv. Nutritionist) -wide range organic, vegan& allergen-free -herbal remedies& supplements -hair, body& cleaning product refill service Her heart health& good cholesterol article: yourhealthyliving.co.uk/here-to-help-h…

New study showed those of us who switch to fully unprocessed diet don’t just eat differently, but smarter, piling plates with fruits& veg, eating more food by weight but consuming less calories, as whole foods trigger our nutritional intelligence: #smarter" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">yourhealthyliving.co.uk/news#smarter #UPFs

Nature-based therapy may help us find hope, meaning and a deeper sense of connection, according to new research from the University of Manchester. More on this& more health news: #therapy" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">yourhealthyliving.co.uk/news#therapy @OfficialUoM

Alison Bladh (women's hormone health expert) offers guidance In 30s&40s Even if periods still regular. Progesterone decline first& can bring: anxiety broken sleep heavier/shorter cycles breast tenderness migraines low mood weight gain Nutrition support: yourhealthyliving.co.uk/hormones-in-ha…

Q. Biggest health benefits when adding more plants to diet? A. I remember losing weight that I wanted to shift... I felt lot fresher, I was sustaining energy through day, got to sleep more easily. -@IanTheasby Full Interview: yourhealthyliving.co.uk/firth-theasby _ Photo©Haarala Hamilton