Good Food
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items: Be your own physio: reduce injury risk and get DIY treatment hacks from the experts
items: The diet that reduces your blood pressure AND cholesterol at the same time
items: We asked 8 men their biggest health fear – then got an expert to answer them
items: 7 things never to say to someone who’s menopausal (and what to say instead)
items: Inflammation can cause cancer, Alzheimer's, depression and diabetes. Here's the simple diet we should all be following to reduce it
items: Can removing these everyday foods from your diet help your acne?
items: 15 things you didn't know about cholesterol
items: 13 foods to add to your shopping list to win the battle against winter colds and flu
items: Your 6 must-know bone facts, and the action you need to take
items: 5 red flag symptoms you should never ignore

Be your own physio: reduce injury risk and get DIY treatment hacks from the experts
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date: 2026-01-23T10:28:02.000Z
creator: Lucy Gornall
subject: Fitness
subject: Health
subject: Health conditions
subject: exercise tips
subject: goodhealth
description: You can’t get fit if you're out of action! Here are the most common exercise-induced injuries and how to treat them
encoded: New year, new routine? Whether you’re returning to exercise after a Christmas break or you’ve promised yourself to get fit following a long workout hiatus, it’s wise to avoid going full throttle on day one. As a personal trainer, I see it all the time: clients push too hard too fast and often end up nursing an injury that requires them to slow down or worse, stop exercising entirely. Although injuries can just be a part of being active – even the most seasoned athletes struggle to avoid these setbacks – most exercise-related injuries are preventable. Poor form, especially in the weights room, as well as skipping warm-ups and cool-downs, are some of the biggest injury-inducing culprits, along with overloading your body before it’s ready. If any of my clients do experience pain, I encourage them to stop all high-impact activity (I’m talking running and HIIT workouts in particular) and book an appointment with a physio, to help treat the pain and prevent it happening again. However, physios come at a cost. So, there are some things you can try at home which may help you to keep your routine on track. The injury: Runner’s knee With 40 per cent of the UK population running at least once a week (according to research by SportsShoes), and over 50 million people in the United States running regularly, plenty of people are at risk of Patellofemoral joint pain, also known as runner’s knee. This refers to pain at the front of the knee or around the kneecap where it meets the thigh bone. Doing too much, too soon – whether that’s mileage, speed or hills – overloads the joint and if your knee can’t tolerate this load, pain can kick in. “Activities that increase the compressive load and therefore repetitive impact through the knee when it’s bent, can trigger symptoms,” says Julia Draper, physiotherapist and sports masseuse at The Running Room Battersea clinic. This includes squatting, cycling, jumping and landing and even sitting for long periods with bent knees. Prevent it: New t…

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The diet that reduces your blood pressure AND cholesterol at the same time
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date: 2026-01-12T11:24:39.000Z
creator: Jo Williams – Registered nutritionist
subject: Guide
subject: Health
subject: Health conditions
subject: How to
subject: DASH diet
subject: DASH diet recipes
subject: diets
subject: goodhealth
subject: popular diets
description: With a mass of science behind it, and proven benefits to heart health, why isn’t this diet more well known?
encoded: If you’ve been told to watch your blood pressure or cholesterol, you might think this means strict calorie counting, expensive supplements, or giving up all your favourite foods. The good news is there’s a proven eating plan that requires none of that yet still delivers powerful health benefits. It’s called DASH, short for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension. It was originally designed to lower blood pressure, but it's become evident that it also improves cholesterol levels, supports heart health and promotes overall wellbeing. What Makes DASH Different? Unlike fad diets, DASH isn’t about deprivation or complicated rules. It's a flexible, natural approach that encourages eating more of what your body needs, such as whole foods, and less of what it doesn’t, such as processed, high-salt foods. Research shows that following DASH can lower systolic blood pressure (the top number) by around five points, and the diastolic (bottom number) by about three points. It has also been shown to help lower LDL (bad) cholesterol, therefore reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke. And here’s the best part: no calorie counting, no weighing portions, no expensive supplements. Instead, DASH focuses on real, everyday foods that you can find at any supermarket. What is the DASH eating plan? The DASH diet emphasises nutrient-rich, whole foods that are high in potassium, calcium, magnesium, fibre and protein, all of which help regulate blood pressure and support heart health. The key principles are: Limit sodium/salt Increase intake of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy products, lean proteins, nuts and seeds Reduce intake of red and processed meats, sugary drinks and sweets, and ultra-processed foods high in saturated and trans fats. The recommended daily servings based on a 2,000-calorie diet can be found here: What is the DASH diet? Exactly how good is it for you? The DASH diet is one of the most researched diets in the world. It’s backed by decades of clinical tri…

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We asked 8 men their biggest health fear – then got an expert to answer them
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date: 2025-12-11T12:58:49.000Z
creator: Emily Burg
subject: Guide
subject: Health
subject: Health conditions
subject: How to
subject: goodhealth
description: Many men stay silent about their health, but speaking up can save lives. We explore key concerns, from heart health to stress, plus get expert tips from nutritionist Kerry Torrens and GP Dr Chintal Patel
encoded: When it comes to health, men have a bit of a reputation for adopting a 'head in the sand' approach, hoping that if a problem is ignored long enough, it will simply disappear. But, silence can be dangerous. In the UK, around 15 men die prematurely every hour, often from conditions that could have been prevented or treated earlier. From worries about ageing and fitness, to disease and mental wellbeing, these concerns are real – yet too often they go unspoken. In this article, we’re opening up the conversation around men’s health. We’ll explore the real worries men often think about but rarely discuss, from heart health and degenerative diseases to stress and nutrition. The aim? To show that these concerns are both valid and common – and that with the right support and small lifestyle shifts, men can take charge of their wellbeing with confidence. "Heart disease runs in my family" Frank, 27, Cork Heart disease is my biggest health concern because it runs in my family. My grandfather had severe heart problems throughout his life, including a triple bypass and several heart attacks, and I’ve been told I have a slightly irregular heartbeat. I usually feel fine, but sometimes my heart skips a beat or doubles up, which feels strange, almost like a reset. It doesn’t affect my daily life, but it does make me more conscious about looking after myself. I gave up smoking recently and I’m cutting back on alcohol and processed foods. I exercise regularly too, which I’m sure helps. One common misconception is that heart disease only affects older people. In reality, it can be hereditary and often develops over time, so taking care of your heart when you’re young really matters. When it comes to advice, I follow a mix of nutritional websites and Instagram accounts. The same themes often recur – olive oil, ginger, vegetables, fruit and eating earlier in the evening, as well as avoiding heavy carbs and refined sugars. I chat to my parents about heart health now and then, but not reall…

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7 things never to say to someone who’s menopausal (and what to say instead)
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date: 2025-11-20T10:33:50.000Z
creator: Rob Kemp
subject: Guide
subject: Health
subject: Health conditions
subject: How to
subject: goodhealth
subject: help with menopause
subject: manage menopause
subject: Menopause
subject: menopause tips
description: Health writer and husband Rob Kemp spoke to menopause experts, relationship counsellors, psychologists and even a hostage negotiator (yes, really) to understand why talking about menopause can be so hard - and how to make it easier.
encoded: When menopause exploded into our lives, we went looking for a no-nonsense guide that explained what the hell was happening. We found brilliant menopause books for women, but nothing that showed us chaps how to step up without ballsing it up. So, for the husbands, partners, sons, brothers, friends and work colleagues of those women experiencing the menopause, we’ve tried to expose the conversational booby traps - the throwaway comments, awkward jokes and well-meant advice – that can turn a perfectly ordinary chat into a full-blown domestic crisis. Or worse. (One survey by The Family Law Menopause Project and Newson Health Research and Education showed 7 in 10 respondents blamed the menopause for the breakdown of their marriage.) Here then are some tips we’ve learned from women who’ve lived it, and men who’ve ridden the rollercoaster alongside them. Some clung on by their fingernails. Others somehow learned to enjoy the ride. Before you accidentally say something that earns you a night on the sofa, here are 7 things never to say to someone going through menopause… and what to say instead. 1. “It’s just a phase” Why not to say it: This is the conversational equivalent of patting someone on the head. Menopause isn’t a mood swing or “a bit of a bad day.” It’s a major biological transition that can last years. Dismissing it as temporary trivialises the physical and emotional load she’s carrying. What to say instead: “How are you feeling?” It’s open, kind and shows you’re actually listening - not minimising. Menopause affects sleep, sex drive, energy levels, cognition, mood and confidence. And no, it doesn’t “just pass”. But with the right support, symptoms can be managed - which starts with a conversation that doesn’t shut her down. 2. “You’re not yourself lately.” Why not to say it: It sounds like an accusation, even if you don’t mean it that way. Many menopausal symptoms are hormonal, not emotional, and women already feel self-conscious about feeling “different.” What t…

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Inflammation can cause cancer, Alzheimer's, depression and diabetes. Here's the simple diet we should all be following to reduce it
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date: 2025-11-12T12:18:35.000Z
creator: Kerry Torrens – Nutritionist
subject: Guide
subject: Health
subject: Health conditions
subject: How to
subject: goodhealth
description: Anti-inflammatory diets are trending and our nutritionist, Kerry Torrens, believes it’s with good reason. Discover how key changes to how you eat could pay dividends, from reducing pain to lifting brain fog.
encoded: Inflammation is thought to be at the root of a number of chronic diseases, including auto-immune conditions like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis, as well as cancer, heart disease, diabetes, bowel disease, depression and Alzheimer’s. Opting for an anti-inflammatory diet could lead to a host of benefits, including reducing the risk of these conditions, helping our brains function better and managing symptoms such as joint and muscle pain. It's important to say that inflammation isn’t always bad – it’s a natural response triggered by our immune system when, for example, we cut or injure ourselves. In these situations, inflammation can help keep us well and protect us from infection and tissue damage. But, it’s when the body fails to switch off this important inflammatory process that problems can occur – what should have been a quick reaction becomes a chronic, long-term condition with a damaging impact on health and wellbeing. Our lifestyle can also be an inflammatory trigger – for example, being obese or overweight puts us at increased risk. Other inflammatory conditions have a hereditary connection, such as atopic conditions like asthma and allergy, and skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. Following an anti-inflammatory diet may help manage symptoms by reducing the effect inflammation has on the body. By eating this way, you’ll restrict certain foods while encouraging others. You may also choose to restrict when you eat to specific times of day to establish more control over the inflammatory process. We’ve simplified the steps and provided lots of practical anti-inflammatory diet suggestions. Discover our full range of health benefit guides and find out more about ingredients with anti-inflammatory properties such as turmeric and salmon. How does the anti-inflammatory diet work? An anti-inflammatory diet focuses on foods rich in key nutrients, including healthy fats, lean protein and protective plant compounds, so whole, plant-based foods and oily fish and n…

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Can removing these everyday foods from your diet help your acne?
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date: 2025-10-16T10:24:39.000Z
creator: Jo Williams – Registered nutritionist
subject: Guide
subject: Health
subject: Health conditions
subject: How to
subject: goodhealth
description: Can removing certain foods help clear your skin? Explore the link between diet and acne – learn which foods may worsen breakouts, which support healthy skin, and how nutrition can play a powerful role in achieving a glowing, acne-free complexion.
encoded: Acne. It’s one of those things that almost everyone deals with at some point—especially during the teenage years. In fact, around 85% of people aged 12–25 experience it at some point. But despite how common it is, figuring out how to treat it can feel like navigating a maze. Topical creams, cleansers, antibiotics, supplements… the options are endless – and often pricey. But what if the secret to clearer skin lies not in your bathroom cabinet but in your fridge? Let’s dive into the connection between diet and acne, and explore whether ditching certain everyday foods could help you glow from the inside out. Next, check out how to eat your way to fabulous skin, find out how to stop spending money on collagen supplements and 10 cheap ways to get enough fibre. What is acne? Acne isn’t just about having a few spots – it’s a medical condition. It happens when your pores and hair follicles get clogged with oil and dead skin cells, leading to inflammation, excess oil production, bacteria buildup and breakouts. It can show up as: Blackheads and whiteheads Red bumps (papules) Pimples Painful cysts And it doesn’t just affect your face, your chest, back, and shoulders can be affected too. Acne can linger for weeks or months, with the risk of scarring and pigmentation and it’s not just skin-deep – it can really impact your confidence and mental health. Common triggers include: Hormonal changes (puberty, periods, pregnancy) Excess oil production Dead skin cell buildup Bacteria in pores Diet (especially dairy and sugary foods) Stress Certain medications Heavy makeup or skincare Genetics How does diet affect acne? Growing research shows that diet can influence the severity and frequency of acne. It’s important to distinguish between foods that trigger or worsen symptoms and those that cause acne outright – because the root causes are usually internal (genetics, hormones, some medications), but diet can act as a powerful external factor. What the research says Research has shown that…

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15 things you didn't know about cholesterol
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date: 2025-10-10T09:59:15.000Z
creator: Lucy Roxburgh
subject: Guide
subject: Health
subject: Health conditions
subject: How to
subject: goodhealth
description: Discover everything you need to know about cholesterol and how to limit its impacts on your body
encoded: Cholesterol is a word that often sparks concern, but how much do you really know about it? You might know it’s bad to have high cholesterol – but how can you tell if yours is too high? Or perhaps you’ve heard some foods are bad for your cholesterol – but did you know some foods can lower your levels too? While many associate cholesterol with heart disease and dietary restrictions, there’s much more to the story. Understanding cholesterol is about more than just avoiding certain foods. It’s a complex topic that involves genetics, lifestyle, and your overall health. Knowing your numbers and following expert advice can help you take control of your cholesterol and protect your heart. Here are our surprising facts about cholesterol you might know, from its essential role in the body to the latest advice on managing your levels. 1. Cholesterol is essential for life Nutritionist Kerry Torrens says, ‘It may come as a surprise to learn that cholesterol is essential for health.’ Cholesterol is a fatty, waxy substance found in every cell of the body. It’s vital for forming cell walls, producing hormones such as oestrogen and testosterone, making vitamin D, and generating bile to help digest fats. Much like salt or carbs, it can be excessively demonised but without cholesterol, our bodies simply wouldn’t function properly – so the key is knowing the difference between the so-called ‘good’ and ‘bad’ cholesterol. 2. Your body makes most of its cholesterol Kerry explains, ‘Around 75% of cholesterol is made in the liver, with the rest coming from the food we eat.’ This means that even if you cut out all dietary cholesterol, your body would still produce what it needs for essential functions. 3. Not all cholesterol is ‘bad’ Cholesterol travels through the blood in particles called lipoproteins. Kerry explains, ‘What determines if cholesterol is ‘good’ or ‘bad’ isn’t the cholesterol, but the type of lipoprotein that transports it.’ Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) is often labelled ‘ba…

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13 foods to add to your shopping list to win the battle against winter colds and flu
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date: 2025-10-03T11:24:54.000Z
creator: Jo Williams – Registered nutritionist
subject: Guide
subject: Health
subject: Health conditions
subject: How to
subject: goodhealth
description: Back-to-school bugs are having their moment! Give your immune system a boost with these nourishing foods
encoded: October may signify autumn leaves and pumpkin lattes, but it is also the start of coughs, colds and other nasty bugs. There are a few factors that make this time of year the turning point when sneezes and sickness rear their heads. Firstly, the seasonal shift in weather and cooler temperatures creates more favourable conditions for viruses to survive and spread. As temperatures drop, we spend more time indoors, with windows shut and the heating on. Viruses love these cosy conditions – enclosed spaces are the perfect warm breeding ground for germs. Colds and bugs can move directly from person-to-person contact, and through the air in droplets from coughs and sneezes. Viruses can also survive for hours on objects like door handles, phones, keyboards and toys. So, if you touch one of these surfaces and then touch your eyes, nose, mouth or eyes you are giving the virus a direct path into your body. Read on to find out how you can support your immune system this winter. How can food help immunity? The immune system is the body’s major protection against these bugs. It contains a vast network of cells, tissues and organs that can recognise invaders and mount a targeted response. This whole process needs fuel: protein, vitamins and minerals and antioxidants to respond and control the collateral damage. Without the right nutritional building blocks, the immune system can’t function as effectively. Diet plays a huge role in how resilient your immune system is – and that directly affects how well you fight off or even resist catching winter germs. A diet rich in whole foods, protein, colourful fruits and vegetables, healthy fats and fibre strengthens your body’s immune defences. While a diet high in sugar, alcohol and processed foods makes you easier prey for winter bugs. Below are ten delicious, practical foods (and a few tips) that help support immune function and make you less vulnerable to winter bugs. The 10 best foods for your immune system 1. Oily fish (salmon, mackere…

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Your 6 must-know bone facts, and the action you need to take
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date: 2025-10-03T09:21:54.000Z
creator: Luisa Metcalfe
subject: Guide
subject: Health
subject: Health conditions
subject: How to
subject: goodhealth
description: If you want to keep your skeleton healthy, the best time to start work is now! Our experts explain what you need to do
encoded: Our experts: Sarah Leyland, Senior Clinical Advisor with the Royal Osteoporosis Society (ROS) Dr Animesh Singh, consultant rheumatologist Jenna Hope, registered nutritionist How much thought do you give to your skeleton? For many of us, the first time we think about our bones is when we break one. Indeed, most of us dismiss bone diseases such as osteoporosis as something that only affects menopausal and older women. However it affects many more of us than we think, with one in five men and half of women over 50 breaking a bone due to osteoporosis. Some people who take certain long-term medicines as a vital part of managing other health conditions, are also at risk of weakened bones. It will probably be only if we experience repeated fractures that we realise that something is wrong - but by then action to help build up our bones is long overdue. What we need to know is that the work of strengthening our skeleton begins in childhood and continues throughout our lives. “People think that bones are dead, inert things. But they’re alive and living like any other organ,” says Sarah Leyland, Senior Clinical Advisor with the Royal Osteoporosis Society (ROS). “The bones themselves are made up of an outer shell and inside there is a honeycomb mesh structure, which is like a scaffolding. Bone cells wear away and rebuild as part of the normal turnover of bone, but sometimes this gets out of balance - more bone is worn away than rebuilt. We talk about osteoporosis as bone ‘thinning’ but it can be useful to think of the holes in that honeycomb mesh as getting bigger – more porous and less dense.” Here’s our expert guide to adopting a bone-friendly lifestyle to keep breaks and fractures at bay at any age. 1. Childhood is crucial for your bones “Childhood and the teen years are very important both in terms of bone health and also developing the habits that you carry into adult life,” says London-based consultant rheumatologist Dr Animesh Singh. "Around 80 to 90 per cent of peak bo…

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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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