Muscle myths

You’ve probably seen the word ‘protein’ flagged up quite often on food packaging. In fact, you’re probably a bit tired of it. Well, if a product needs to shout ‘high protein’ from the rooftops, then i

WISDOM FOR OLDER RUNNERS FROM A TRUE MASTER

Research published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine has revealed the effectiveness of exercise for improving general cognition, memory and executive function of the brain – shown across all a

he quest for better midlife health usually begins with a shocking photo. Who is that tired person in the pic? A stressful house move, work challenges and a slide into my 40s had left me feeling old. I

Feeling energised all day isn’t just about how much you eat, it’s about what you eat and how your body uses it. Energy isn’t only about calories, but the quality of those calories and the nutrients th

Don’t just use fresh herbs as garnish, says Dorothy Woods, nutritionist and private chef (healthydot.com). “Parsley, basil, coriander etc are concentrated sources of antioxidants and add bright flavou