This post is about looking after your heart not just because it’s a good idea – it is! – but in particular because many breast cancer treatments can increase the risk of cardiovascular problems. The logical order for this post would be to start by explaining which treatments affect the heart and how they do so.… Read the rest
Here we are in September! In my humble opinion, September is a much better time to start new habits to support your health than January is. September has that back-to-school vibe, and we are probably all conditioned, to some degree, to want to mark the end of the summer by getting back into routine and being organised.… Read the rest
When you receive a cancer diagnosis, bone health is not likely to be the first thing on your mind! However, keeping your bones healthy becomes increasingly important for health and longevity as we age, but this is often made more challenging by the effects of cancer treatment. Conditions of low bone mineral density (osteoporosis and its precursor, osteopenia) tend not to cause symptoms until a fracture happens.… Read the rest
Do you eat seasonally? We have evolved to eat with the seasons, and while autumn brings comfort food for cold days such as squashes and roots, spring brings a certain amount of bitter tastes! In spring, we start to see an increasing availability of fresh greens. There are wild plants that can be foraged, such as wild garlic or even humble dandelion leaves, as well as cultivated crops like spring greens and spinach.… Read the rest
Healthy food and the cost of living crisis: are the two incompatible? At present, many people are having to look at every aspect of their household budget to try to find cost savings. With the price of commonly purchased foods and drinks having risen by 5.9% in the year to March 20221, you might be looking at your weekly grocery bill and wondering how you can make some savings.… Read the rest
Today’s blog post is especially for all my readers who have had a breast cancer diagnosis. Out of all the frequently asked questions about nutrition and breast cancer, the question of whether or not to eat soy must be the one I get asked the most! Soy is a known phytoestrogen (plant oestrogen), but does that mean that it is safe to eat, or should it be avoided if you wish to reduce your risk of recurrence, particularly if you had a cancer that was hormone receptor positive?… Read the rest
I’m sure that if you are reading this, you have heard about the gut microbiome and how important it is, not just for the health of our digestive system but for our overall health. (If you’d like a refresher, read my posts Beat The Bloat Part 4: The Gut Microbiome and The Many Benefits of Eating a Rainbow.)… Read the rest
Acid reflux, commonly called heartburn – are you prone to it? If so, you’ll probably recognise some of the typical symptoms: a feeling of burning in the upper chest area after eating, worsening symptoms with fatty or spicy meals, burping, a chronic cough, and perhaps a feeling that you have a lump in your throat. It’s not pleasant and it can be very anxiety-inducing.… Read the rest
How are you feeling? If your honest answer is that you’ve felt happier, then you are not alone. The timing of England’s 3rd national lockdown, in these dark January days, has even affected many people who have not previously had any concerns around their mental health. For those who suffered from depression, anxiety or other mental health concerns before the pandemic, the latest restrictions are a real challenge.… Read the rest
Food is an integral part of the celebration of Christmas. Office parties may be out this year, but perhaps because of the restrictions this year, there may be even more focus on food at home this Christmas. I know that when my children have spoken to me about their disappointment at not being able to meet some of the people we usually do at Christmas or have some of our usual outings, I have tried to cheer them up by saying, “but we’ll still have plenty of lovely food at home.”… Read the rest
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