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Read the latest health news and features from our award-winning writers and columnists. From the latest nutrition advice to the best workouts and diet plans, our experts have the guide to a happier, healthier life
Nutrition
My Week in Food: Kat Farrants, founder of Movement for Modern Life
July 5th 2019
The veggie-turned-mostly-vegan founder of the online yoga destination Movement for Modern Life shares her food diary with us >>>
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How I finally got my skin glowing - with the help of my best friend
July 3rd 2019
The answer to Rosie Speight's post-pill breakouts could only be found in a clinic. So she and best friend nutritional therapist Alice Mackintosh joined forces to fix that by creating their own range of skin-boosting supplements. Here’s their story >>>
Fitness
Exclusive: Fleur East’s easy 10-minute arm-sculpting workout
June 26th 2019
We caught up with the singer and personal trainer and asked her to show us the best moves for killer arm definition >>>
Recipe
Recipe: How to make Pinch of Nom's low calorie veggie burgers
June 25th 2019
True to form, Pinch of Nom have come up with a delicious lighter version of everyday favourites. These burgers are bursting with veggies and a hint of Parmesan but are only are 118 calories a pop. No need to skip the bun... >>>
Careers
Why you don’t need to do be bendy to be a great yoga teacher
June 21st 2019
Thinking of becoming a yoga teacher? From what to look for in a course, to worries about being flexible enough and preparing for job interviews, yoga teacher trainer Julie Montagu and triyoga’s Yoga Manager Genny Wilkinson-Priest tell you all you need to know >>>
Nutrition
Pinch of Nom: the new Weekly Food Planner from the record-breaking diet cookbook
June 17th 2019
It's the UK’s most-visited food blog and its debut cookbook rivalled Joe Wicks for sales. Now it's making goal tracking easier with a motivational food journal. Here's what you need to know about the Pinch of Nom phenomenon >>>
Elle Macpherson
Elle Macpherson: How I keep my legs in great shape
June 11th 2019
At nearly 6ft tall Elle's nickname at school was 'Legsy 11'. How does she keep those famous pins toned and buffed? In her GTG column this month, Elle talks all things leg care – from whether to wax or shave, to keeping on top of cellulite and the best smoothing moisturiser >>>
Skin
The ayurvedic guide to what your skin is trying to tell you
June 7th 2019
Our largest organ provides a detailed and insightful map into the goings on within our minds, bodies and emotions. From feelings of grief and anger, to food intolerances and internal imbalances, author of Sattva: The Ayurvedic Way to Live Well and holistic facial therapist, Eminé Rushton, guides us around the root causes of our most common imbalances >>>
Nutrition
My Week in Food: Hilary Rowland, Co-Founder of Boom Cycle
June 6th 2019
What does the founder of one of the biggest spinning studios in the UK eat to keep her energy levels up? Hilary Rowland reveals all... >>>
Mind
Why the menopause has made me terrified of driving
June 5th 2019
Jane Druker used to be confident behind the wheel – until she went through the menopause. As she discovers, it's a surprisingly common issue for menopausal women >>>
Interview
Cankles and all: Deliciously Ella's most candid pregnancy interview yet
June 4th 2019
From squeezing lemon on her chips, to hormonal acne, fears over scans and hopes for a home birth: Ella Mills opens up about her pregnancy >>>
Weight Management
Why Weight Watchers is making a comeback
June 3rd 2019
Once the foundation of popular diet regimes and nutrition guidelines, calorie counting has fallen out of fashion in recent years. However, as millennials increasingly reject trendy programmes in favour of old-school regimens such as Weight Watchers, going back to basics could be the next big thing >>>
Recipe
The best budget meal cookbooks for delicious healthy food
May 30th 2019
These budget cookbooks will help you mastermind your midweek meals for less, cut down on food waste and keep your stomach happy >>>
Fitness
5 things we learned from Jessica Ennis’ new fitness app
May 29th 2019
How do you follow Olympic glory and a damehood? Share your health, fitness and pregnancy secrets with the masses if you’re Jess Ennis Hill. Here’s why ‘Jennis’ is a workout app like no other (and not as tough going as you’d think…) >>>
Wellbeing
Wellness Wallet: I am co-founder of a sustainable loungewear startup and I spend £320 a month on wellness
May 26th 2019
From supplements to community basketball and a budget gym, here’s what Cucumber Clothing’s Nancy Zeffman spends to keep her bad back strong and her energy levels up >>>
Mind
5 ways to boost your confidence and supercharge your self-belief
May 24th 2019
Is a lack of confidence holding you back? Hypnotherapist Chloe Brotheridge reveals five simple ways to let go of limiting beliefs and regain your self esteem >>>
Wellbeing
Why you should try flotation therapy if you struggle with meditation
May 24th 2019
If switching off doesn’t come easily, 60 minutes of weightlessness could well do the trick, and if the mental benefits don’t swing you, the beauty ones might... >>>
Health
Why we all need to be able to spot the signs of sepsis - fast
May 22nd 2019
Sepsis kills more than 50,000 people in the UK every year, including thousands of children, and it can be extremely hard to hard to spot. Now nursing leaders and campaigners are calling for more stringent checks to spot the warning signs early. Here's what you need to know >>>
On The Face Of It
On the face of it: when I add up the cost of my anxiety ...
May 19th 2019
Time, money, education and career opportunities - when you suffer from anxiety and panic attacks, the cost isn’t just emotional, says Madeleine Spencer >>>
Mind
How ‘body neutrality’ can help if you’re not feeling great about your body
May 16th 2019
If you’re struggling with body image issues, the concept of body positivity can be hard to get on board with. Here’s how a new way of thinking could be the key to accepting yourself - rolls, cellulite, warts and all >>>
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How to manage hot flushes when you're at work
May 16th 2019
Hot flushes in the office can be distracting at best, debilitating at worst and there's not a lot you can do to stop them. But you can certainly lessen the impact, says Sarah Vine. From keeping your meals light to wearing specially-engineered 'anti-flush' fabrics, here's what she knows works for this common menopausal symptom >>>
Interview
Iskra Lawrence : "Learning to cook gave me a better relationship with food"
May 15th 2019
Known for posting unfiltered images of herself and shutting down body shamers with humour, body positive beauty campaigner Iskra Lawrence is a woman on a mission to inspire confidence. She tells us about being a mentor for the Prince's Trust, cooking her way to a better place and not letting her phone rule her life >>>
Wellbeing
The sleep set that’s meant for babies (but helped us sleep like one)
May 13th 2019
It’s a three step bedtime routine kit that’s aimed at kids but had a nigh on miraculous effect on our sleep habits. Whether you want your little one to nod off or need help yourself, here’s why this is a worth a shot… >>>
Wellbeing
I lost 7lbs on a panchakarma detox retreat - and found my sanity
May 12th 2019
The upset and stress of her father's Alzheimer's was taking its toll on writer Beatrice Aidin. Could an Ayurvedic detox help her regain her emotional strength? Oil enemas, herbal eye washes and saltwater up the nose, here's how she fared >>>
Readers’ Edit: your most-wanted summer fashion and beauty buys
May 11th 2019
From flattering midi-skirts to cult-favourite skincare and the genius makeup bag you never knew you needed, this is what you've been buying >>>
