How to Improve Bone Health: Expert Diet and Lifestyle Tips from a Registered Dietitian
Bone health plays a crucial role in maintaining your independence as you age, yet it’s often overlooked until issues arise. There are a number of conditions that can affect your bones, such as: Osteopenia Osteoporosis Osteomyelitis Rickets In the UK, osteoporosis is the most prevalent, affecting more than 3 million people. Fractures caused by […]
How to Reduce Bloating in Perimenopause & Menopause
Why Bloating Happens During Menopause and Perimenopause and What You Can Do About It If you’ve noticed that bloating, constipation, or unpredictable digestion have become a regular part of life since hitting your 40s or 50s, you’re definitely not alone. Bloating during perimenopause and menopause is incredibly common, and for many women it can feel […]
Is Bloating Just a Normal Part of Ageing?
Is Bloating Just a Normal Part of Ageing? Think bloating is just something you have to live with after 50? It’s not. Let’s explore what’s really going on and what you can do about it. One minute your jeans fit. The next, you realise that elasticated waistbands seem very appealing. Sound familiar? If you’re over […]
How to stop gut issues on holiday
How to prevent gut issues on holiday (and what to do if they strike) Nothing ruins the feeling of finally switching off on holiday quite like gut issues. Whether it’s feeling “bunged up” for days, bloating that won’t budge, or a sudden dash to the toilet, digestive problems abroad can quickly zap your confidence and […]
Feel Like Nothing’s Working for Your Gut Issues?
Feel Like Nothing’s Working for Your Gut Issues? Here’s what could be going on? Have you cut out gluten? Ditched dairy? Taken probiotics? Tried the low FODMAP plan (twice)? And yet – here you are. Still bloated. Still battling unpredictable bowels. Still planning your life around where the nearest toilet is. Still wondering why, after […]
How to Eat Chocolate at Easter Without Bloating
Chocolate and Easter go hand in hand in my home there are two days of the year that you can eat chocolate for breakfast – Christmas Day and Easter Sunday. However for some people, especially those with digestive issues eating chocolate can cause gut issues such as indigestion, bloating, diarrhoea and pain. However, we are […]
Gut Health Products: What Works, What Doesn’t, and What to Avoid
When it comes to gut health, there’s no shortage of advice, remedies, and so-called ‘miracle’ products promising to improve digestion, reduce bloating, or even heal your gut. From apple cider vinegar to bone broth, green powders, and probiotics, it can be difficult to separate fact from fiction. But what does the science actually say? As […]
Best Foods for Gut Health After 50 | Dietitian’s Guide
What is my gut? When we talk about the ‘gut,’ we often mean different things. Medically, it refers to your entire digestive system—from your mouth to your anus. But in this article, we’ll focus on the large intestine (also called the colon), which plays a crucial role in gut health. Why is gut health important? […]
Lower Your Cholesterol: 7 Easy, Science-Backed Diet Changes That Work
If you’ve been told you have high cholesterol, you’re probably wondering what you can do to reduce it. The good news? Small changes to your diet can make a big difference. So, grab a cuppa, get comfy, and let’s dive in! Understanding Cholesterol Cholesterol builds up in your blood over years, not overnight. That’s why […]
Heart Health After 50: 7 Ways to Protect Your Heart
As part of heart health month this is the first in a series of articles looking at Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) and how you can reduce your risk of developing it. CHD involves a narrowing or blockage of one or more of the coronary arteries that supply oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle. It is […]