Good Food
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items: Heart healthy diet: 9 foods to reduce your risk of heart disease
items: Feel-good dark chocolate torte
items: What to eat for healthy skin
items: Salmon & sweet potato super-green curry with chia seed raita
items: 5 red flag symptoms you should never ignore
items: What to eat for joint health
items: 5-a-day gnocchi bake
items: What to eat during menopause
items: Eat well for... diabetes
items: Foods for fertility: what to eat if you're trying to conceive

Heart healthy diet: 9 foods to reduce your risk of heart disease
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creator: Dr Chintal Patel
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subject: Health
subject: Health conditions
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subject: food for a healthy heart
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subject: Heart Healthy
subject: Kerry Torrens
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description: Discover which heart-healthy foods you should be eating, with expert advice from registered nutritionist Kerry Torrens and NHS GP Dr Chintal Patel
encoded: 9 heart-healthy foods Oily fish Healthy fats Fruit and vegetables Warming herbs and spices Calcium-rich foods Plant-based protein Fibre Seeds Dark chocolate (85% and above) and green tea Heart healthy foods 1. Oily fish Oily fish such as salmon, mackerel, sardines and trout contain beneficial fats that help manage blood clotting, improve blood triglyceride levels (a type of fat in your blood) and boost circulation. They're also packed with omega-3 fats, which have a blood-thinning effect and help regulate heart rhythms. Guidelines recommend eating two portions of fish a week, one of which should be an oily variety. If you have heart health concerns, you may wish to aim for up to four portions each week and use gentle methods of cooking, such as poaching and baking, to protect the heart-healthy oils. Where your budget permits, buy wild-caught rather than farmed fish, as it has a superior fat composition. 2. Healthy fats Avocado, nuts (like walnuts), seeds (like chia and flaxseed) and oils (like rapeseed and olive oil) are all examples of heart-friendly fats. Extra virgin olive oil is rich in protective compounds called polyphenols that are linked to disease prevention, but it doesn’t heat well – that’s why we’ve used cold-pressed rapeseed oil for cooking our heart-friendly zesty salmon with roasted beets & spinach. Loaded with heart-healthy monounsaturated fats (and with half the saturated fat of olive oil), rapeseed oil can withstand high temperatures, making it the ideal cooking oil. It’s also a great source of protective vitamin E, making it a useful contribution towards your daily requirements. Avocados, meanwhile, are a great source of potassium – useful for maintaining healthy blood pressure. Peel them carefully, though, as many of the beneficial nutrients are found in the dark green flesh. 3. Fruit and vegetables For every extra 200g of fruit and veg you eat a day, you can reduce your risk of ischaemic stroke by a third, so aim high! Fruit and vegetables are p…

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Feel-good dark chocolate torte
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creator: Dr Chintal Patel
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subject: Recipes
subject: Blueberries
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subject: Chocolate torte
subject: Dark chocolate
subject: Ground almonds
subject: healthier dessert
subject: Medjool dates
subject: Oats
subject: Raspberries
subject: silken tofu
subject: Tahini
subject: vegan dessert
description: Try this deceptively nutritious torte: as well as delicious, rich flavours, it's packed with good-for-you ingredients that support mood and wellbeing

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What to eat for healthy skin
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date: 2025-12-09T11:13:40.000Z
creator: Dr Chintal Patel
subject: Guide
subject: Health
subject: How to
subject: Premium
subject: goodhealth
description: Dr Chintal Patel reveals how simple shifts to your daily diet and lifestyle can support brighter, healthy-looking skin that feels nourished and radiant
encoded: Did you know the skin is the largest organ in the body? It acts as a protective barrier, regulates temperature, enables sensation and helps produce vitamin D. Our skin even has its own microbiome, which is essential for supporting our immune system. There are many factors that impact your skin, such as age, hormones and genetics. But, the good news is that your diet and lifestyle play a powerful role in keeping your skin healthy and glowing at any age. In fact, our skin is also a visible sign of our inner health, often reflecting what’s going on inside our bodies. Let’s explore how to feed your skin for optimal wellbeing. Eat more of these foods A rainbow of fruits and vegetables Variety is key to providing the vitamins and antioxidants our skin needs to repair external damage. Yellow, orange and red foods are rich in beta-carotene, which the body converts to vitamin A and retinol, both essential for healthy skin. Try swapping white potatoes for sweet potatoes or butternut squash in your cooking. Healthy fats Eating the right types of fats is important, especially omega-3 fatty acids, which strengthen the skin’s natural moisture barrier and keep it hydrated. They also support collagen production, vital for skin elasticity and firmness. Good sources include oily fish such as salmon and mackerel, as well as flaxseeds, chia seeds and walnuts. Protein This is a building block for collagen and keratin, which are essential for skin strength and elasticity. Add more lean protein sources, such as chicken, fish, tofu and tempeh, to your meals. Zinc & selenium Both are essential trace minerals that our bodies can’t make, so we must get them from our diets. Zinc supports wound healing and healthy cell turnover, key for acne-prone skin. Selenium acts as a powerful antioxidant, protecting skin cells from free radical and UV damage. Good sources include pumpkin seeds, beans, lentils, chicken, eggs, brazil nuts, seafood and wholegrains. Water & hydrating foods Adequate hydration s…

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Salmon & sweet potato super-green curry with chia seed raita
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creator: Dr Chintal Patel
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subject: Recipes
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subject: Curry
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subject: Green curry
subject: Raita
subject: Salmon
subject: Spinach
subject: Sweet potato
description: Rustle up this delicious and easy salmon curry packed with skin-boosting ingredients to help keep your complexion glowing. It also contains three of your 5-a-day

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5 red flag symptoms you should never ignore
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date: 2025-09-24T16:26:28.000Z
creator: Dr Chintal Patel
subject: Guide
subject: Health
subject: Health conditions
subject: How to
subject: goodhealth
description: NHS GP Dr Chintal Patel tells you when you need to seek professional advice on those little niggles
encoded: As an NHS GP, I often see patients who don’t realise that their symptoms might be serious. They delay booking an appointment with their doctor as life is busy and it’s easy to dismiss certain health changes or tell ourselves ‘it’s probably nothing’ or ‘I’ll just see how it goes’. But sometimes, these seemingly small symptoms, especially if they persist over a period of time, can be a sign of something more serious that needs prompt attention. Here are five red flag symptoms that you shouldn’t ignore. If you experience any of these, book an appointment as soon as possible with your doctor and get it checked out. If you mention any of these symptoms to your surgery, they won’t hesitate to book you in to be seen as soon as possible 1. Unexplained weight loss Are your clothes feeling looser than usual? Have you found yourself tightening your belt to the next notch? Have you lost weight unintentionally without changing your diet or exercise routine? Losing weight without trying might even feel welcome, however, if it happens unexpectedly it can be a warning sign of something more serious. Unexplained weight loss can be linked to hormone conditions such as thyroid disease or diabetes, digestive problems such as coeliac disease and certain cancers. So, if you notice you are losing weight without changing your diet or exercise routine, book an appointment with your GP as soon as possible. A simple examination, set of blood tests or scans, can help to identify what’s going on and the earlier a cause is found, the sooner it can be treated. 2. Blood in your stool or urine If you notice blood anywhere it shouldn’t be, like in your stool or urine, it’s a red flag. It might be bright red blood on wiping, or dark red to black and tar-like mixed with your stool. Blood in your stool could be a sign of piles (haemorrhoids) or an anal fissure. However, it can also be a sign of bowel cancer. You might notice associated symptoms like a change in your bowel habit or persistent abdominal …

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What to eat for joint health
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creator: Dr Chintal Patel
subject: Guide
subject: Health
subject: How to
subject: goodhealth
description: Maximise your mobility and ease arthritis symptoms with expert dietary advice from Dr Chintal Patel, plus a recipe to get you started
encoded: Our joints are essential for keeping us moving, whether that’s getting out for a walk, carrying home the shopping or simply staying active day to day. As we age, natural wear and tear, inflammation and joint changes can lead to stiffness, discomfort or conditions like osteoarthritis. The good news? What we eat and how we live can make a real difference. Nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants and vitamin D can help reduce inflammation and support joint structure and function. Diets rich in colourful, plant-based foods – such as the Mediterranean diet – are linked to a lower risk of inflammatory joint conditions. In addition, simple lifestyle habits like regular movement, maintaining a healthy weight and supporting gut health all play a part in protecting our joints. Here, we’ll explore the key foods and nutrients to prioritise, what to limit and how to make everyday choices that will help to keep your joints healthy for the long term. Eat more of these foods Omega-3 Oily fish like salmon, mackerel and sardines are rich in omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA), which have been shown to reduce joint pain and stiffness in people with rheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory conditions. Aim for one or two portions of oily fish a week. If you’re plant-based, then flaxseeds, chia seeds and walnuts can help. For inspiration on ways to get oily fish into your diet, check out our salmon recipes, mackerel recipes and sardine recipes. Colourful fruit & veg Berries and leafy greens in particular are loaded with antioxidants such as vitamin C, flavonoids and polyphenols. These compounds help to reduce oxidative stress in our bodies, a key driver of joint damage and inflammation. Aim to 'eat a rainbow' of fruit and veg daily, and include cruciferous vegetables and berries regularly. Vitamin D & calcium Calcium, which is in leafy greens, dairy, fortified plant milks and tofu, works together with vitamin D to keep bones strong and joints well supported. Spending time outdoo…

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5-a-day gnocchi bake
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creator: Dr Chintal Patel
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subject: Recipes
subject: Aubergine
subject: Baby spinach
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subject: Courgettes
subject: Gnocchi
subject: goodhealth
subject: Peppers
subject: Walnut pesto
description: Enjoy all of your 5-a-day in one easy traybake designed for supporting joint health. For best results, use two large trays so the vegetables can roast evenly

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What to eat during menopause
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creator: Dr Chintal Patel
subject: Guide
subject: Health
subject: How to
subject: Nutrition
subject: goodhealth
description: Dr Chintal Patel explores a diet to ease menopause symptoms, covering foods to include, ones to avoid and simple lifestyle actions for relief
encoded: Menopause usually occurs in women between the ages of 45 and 55, although it can occur earlier naturally or following surgery to remove the ovaries or womb. It is marked by a drop in oestrogen levels, and this hormonal shift can bring a range of symptoms including hot flushes, mood changes, brain fog, sleep problems, weight gain and an increased risk of osteoporosis and heart disease. While every woman’s experience is unique, research shows that diet can play a powerful role in easing symptoms and supporting long-term health. Eating a variety of whole, plant-based foods rich in calcium, fibre, healthy fats and natural phytoestrogens can help balance hormones, support bone and heart health and reduce inflammation. The Mediterranean diet has been associated with fewer menopausal symptoms and a reduced risk of chronic disease. Small, consistent changes to your plate can make a big difference in how you feel and thrive during this transition – here’s some advice to that end. Foods to include in your diet Phytoestrogens Tofu, tempeh and edamame are plant compounds that can mimic oestrogen in the body. Further research is needed but these may help to reduce symptoms of menopause in some women. Calcium-rich foods Dairy and leafy greens such as kale, spinach, broccoli and pak choi are excellent sources of calcium and vitamin K, essential for bone health. Adequate intake of these nutrients, along with vitamin D, can help reduce the risk of osteoporosis post-menopause. Oily fish Salmon, mackerel, and sardines are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which have been shown to support mood, cognitive function and cardiovascular health during menopause. Wholegrains Oats, brown rice, barley and quinoa provide dietary fibre and B vitamins. They can help with weight management and reduced risk of cardiovascular disease in postmenopausal women. The fibre found in wholegrains supports our gut microbes which play a role in how well your body can use phytoestrogens, and they also influence your…

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Eat well for... diabetes
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creator: Dr Chintal Patel
subject: Guide
subject: Health
subject: How to
subject: Nutrition
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description: Dr Chintal Patel explains how making mindful food choices can help prevent and manage diabetes
encoded: Diabetes is a condition where your body cannot produce enough of a hormone called insulin, resulting in blood sugar (glucose) levels that are too high. When you eat or drink, carbohydrates in your food are turned into glucose. Insulin regulates blood glucose by moving this glucose from the bloodstream into your cells so that it can be used for energy. There are two main types of diabetes, type 1 which is an autoimmune condition where the body produces no insulin, and type 2 where the body becomes resistant to insulin or doesn’t produce enough of it. This means that sugar builds up in the blood. Over time, high blood sugars can cause problems in almost every organ in your body and can lead to complications like heart disease, kidney problems and nerve damage. While genetics and ethnicity can play a role, research shows that lifestyle factors such as diet, physical activity and weight management are crucial in preventing or controlling type 2 diabetes. Therefore, by focusing on nutrient-rich foods and small achievable changes to your daily habits, you can improve blood sugar control, reduce the risk of complications and even prevent type 2 diabetes. Foods to include in your diet High-fibre foods These include whole grains (oats, quinoa), legumes (lentils, chickpeas), fruits (berries, apples with skin) and vegetables (broccoli, leafy greens). Fibre helps slow sugar absorption and improves insulin sensitivity. Healthy fats Increase mono- and poly-unsaturated ‘good’ fats in your diet. Use olive oil and rapeseed oil in cooking. Add a portion of oily fish such as salmon or mackerel (high in omega-3) to your diet once a week. Nuts and seeds such as walnuts, flaxseed and chia are also high in good fats. There is considerable evidence that omega-3 reduces the risk of heart disease. Do eat these in moderation as fats are high in calories and can cause weight gain. Prebiotics and probiotics Prebiotic foods such as onions, garlic or spinach and probiotic foods such as kefir or k…

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Foods for fertility: what to eat if you're trying to conceive
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creator: Dr Chintal Patel
subject: Guide
subject: Health
subject: How to
subject: Nutrition
subject: goodhealth
description: Dr Chintal Patel explains which foods can boost your fertility and what to avoid
encoded: Fertility is the ability to conceive and support a healthy pregnancy, and while it’s affected by many factors, such as age, genetics and overall lifestyle, nutrition is an important factor – and one you’re able to influence easily. A balanced diet can support hormone regulation, menstrual health, egg and sperm quality, as well as reduce inflammation, all of which play important roles in reproductive health for both women and men. Key nutrients like folate, omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants and a Mediterranean-style diet have been linked with improved fertility. While no diet guarantees conception, here are some suggestions to help give your body the best possible chance. Foods to include in your diet Leafy greens Spinach, kale and chard are rich in folate, iron and antioxidants. These nutrients support hormonal balance. Folate is particularly important as it’s essential for creating new cells, such as red blood cells. Try blending leafy greens into sauces to add a boost of nutrition. Berries Blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries are rich in antioxidants like vitamin C and anthocyanins. These compounds help protect reproductive cells from oxidative stress, a process where unstable molecules called free radicals damage cells, including eggs and sperm. Frozen berries are just as good as fresh, available all year round and often a lot cheaper. Oily fish, nuts and seeds Salmon, mackerel, and sardines, as well as almonds, walnuts, flaxseeds, and chia seeds, are good sources of omega-3 fatty acids and zinc. Omega-3s help reduce inflammation and promote healthy blood flow to the reproductive organs. They also support the development of a healthy baby by aiding in brain and eye development. Additionally, nuts and seeds provide essential nutrients like zinc and selenium, which are important for sperm quality and ovulation. Wholegrains Quinoa, brown rice, and oats are high in fibre, B vitamins and iron. They help stabilise blood sugar levels, supporting hormone balance an…

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