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www.buddypower.net reports that the importance of whole grain in our in our diet can be both underestimated and misunderstood. Grub4life was invited to attend an event to update us on what’s going on in the whole grain world. ‘Whole Grain, Beyond Fibre’ included updates from leading researchers and dietitians as well as a cooking demo by top chef Lesley Waters.
(01-08-2010)
www.gdaguru.com today reports that Christina Hendricks, who plays sassy secretary Joan Harris in television drama Mad Men, has been identified as the woman with a body others should healthily aspire to. But how realistic is it for women to look like her?
(31-07-2010)
www.gdaguru.com today reports that one of the most senior doctors in the country claims that the new coalition government has set itself on a 'dangerous path' by cosying up to the food industry and failing to tackle the nation's obesity crisis.
(31-07-2010)
www.gdaguru.com today reports that a new report by YouGov SixthSense into healthy eating habits outlines the nutritional concerns of the UK population. It finds that fat content is the foremost concern for food buyers with calorie content lagging behind other dietary considerations when choosing food products.
(29-07-2010)
www.buddypower.net/news today reports the latest NICE advice that "women should be encouraged to achieve a healthy weight before they become pregnant and advised that there is no need to 'eat for two' when pregnant".
(29-07-2010)
www.buddypower.net/news today reports that drinking alcohol can 'reduce severity' of arthritis. More research is needed to find out why alcohol can have an effect on arthritis symptoms.
(29-07-2010)
www.gdaguru.com today reports that the NHS is spending too much on diabetes drugs say researchers, who found the medicines account for 7% of the UK prescribing budget.
(29-07-2010)
www.grub4life.com today reports that Marks and Spencer has started to sell over-sized school uniforms for overweight children as young as four.
(28-07-2010)
www.BuddyPower.net reports that washing a chicken before cooking it actually increases the risk of food poisoning – a study by Which? confirms.
(24-07-2010)
www.BuddyPower.net today reports that fans of fresh local produce and beautiful Island locations can start getting excited for this year’s Isle of Man Food and Drink Festival.
(23-07-2010)
www.GDAGuru.com today reports that CEO of the Food Standards Agency Tim Smith has underlined efficiency gains and cost cutting achievements in its annual report after rumours spread.
(22-07-2010)
It was lovely to see so many families having a day out together - and the Red Arrows were utterly brilliant. You can even buy Red Arrows jumpsuits nowadays. Made me sad that my boys are too old for...
I don't know what's happening but after all the walking and other healthy stuff, I today found myself buying a mountain bike and done a couple of miles today. I plan to use the bike to cycle to...
Well two weeks on from my 1st fill, the 6.5ml in my band is serving me well, its funny cos i dish up my meal thinking "this is never going to satisfy me" then hey bingo! all of a...
things not going too good, surgeon seems to have given up on me when i have fills they work really well for a few weeks then nothing, no restriction at all !! i am managing to lose weight slowly but i...
well this week(tuesday) i was officially 3 months post op and as of today i have lost 5 stone. i hit my first goal this week of coming in under 100 kg and i am hoping to hit my next goal of under 95...
I am now well into the 14's! Weighed in this morning at 14st 6lbs :-)Looking at the scales this morning, (I have a set of the old fashioned 'dr's' ones with the big dial where you can see the whole of...
feeling alot better today still feeling cold but not as much still struggling to get the fluids done i did manage a little soup last night , the wind seams to be coming out now lol good thing is...
Maintaining weight at around 14 stone give or take 4 lbs which is in line with dietician's advice. Want to lose another 1.5 stone in order to have abdominoplasty then. Appt for fill has...
i feel ok today still dont feel hungry trying my best to get some liquid down but struggling a bit plus i keep shivering and going cold not sure if thats normal going to see how i go and if same...
Feeling good.Losing weight slowly, abit disappointed really. Seems to stand still for ages and then a big loss one week. I am doing 30/40 mins cardio 4 times a week, for the past 3...
well today its one week since band was fitted , iv managed pretty well this first week on the liquid diet cuz i lost my appetitite too, so it kind of made it easier , however as im startin...
Had the additional blood tests yesterday (the vampire was brilliant) results due in 3 weeks. They were bone (calcium), parathyroid, vitimin D and another couple - anyone had those? I suppose...
well had enough now. half full band yet i have gained a stone !!! what is goignon i can eat more than i cud b4 the band given half the chance.. JUST GIVE UP !!!
Only a slight slip this time so after 6 wks managed to have a fill of 7.5mls have a weeny weeny bit of restriction cause i used to have the 9.6 in but it was a lot more of a fill than i...
Well 3 years on from the band being fitted and it has never really worked properly for me. was gaining weight at 12mls in my band so I'm getting a loan for a gastric bypass and I know people would say...
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www.buddypower.net reports that the importance of whole grain in our in our diet can be both underestimated and misunderstood. Grub4life was invited to attend an event to update us on what’s going on in the whole grain world. ‘Whole Grain, Beyond Fibre’ included updates from leading researchers and dietitians as well as a cooking demo by top chef Lesley Waters.
www.gdaguru.com today reports that Christina Hendricks, who plays sassy secretary Joan Harris in television drama Mad Men, has been identified as the woman with a body others should healthily aspire to. But how realistic is it for women to look like her?
www.gdaguru.com today reports that one of the most senior doctors in the country claims that the new coalition government has set itself on a 'dangerous path' by cosying up to the food industry and failing to tackle the nation's obesity crisis.
www.buddypower.net/news today reports that a Minister wants the NHS to use the term fat instead of obese.
www.gdaguru.com today reports that eating less meat may be the key to keeping a healthy weight, say researchers.
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www.buddypower.net/news today reports the latest NICE advice that "women should be encouraged to achieve a healthy weight before they become pregnant and advised that there is no need to 'eat for two' when pregnant".
www.buddypower.net/news today reports that drinking alcohol can 'reduce severity' of arthritis. More research is needed to find out why alcohol can have an effect on arthritis symptoms.
www.gdaguru.com today reports that the NHS is spending too much on diabetes drugs say researchers, who found the medicines account for 7% of the UK prescribing budget.
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www.grub4life.com today reports that Marks and Spencer has started to sell over-sized school uniforms for overweight children as young as four.
www.buddypower.net today reports that the EU voted against traffic light labels on food designed to help consumers eat more healthily.
www.BuddyPower.net reports that washing a chicken before cooking it actually increases the risk of food poisoning – a study by Which? confirms.
www.BuddyPower.net today reports that fans of fresh local produce and beautiful Island locations can start getting excited for this year’s Isle of Man Food and Drink Festival.
www.GDAGuru.com today reports that CEO of the Food Standards Agency Tim Smith has underlined efficiency gains and cost cutting achievements in its annual report after rumours spread.
