Tag: food
Olympic and paralympic fever has gripped the country, but could the world’s nations coming together have a bearing on food and fitness fads? BESTFIT’s Emma Kirke (@DrEKirkeOstm) finds out… USA One of my favourite places ...
The internet is a wonderful thing, but it means everyone’s an expert when it comes to nutrition. Or so they think. Here. BESTFIT’S @Drekirkeostm debunks a few food untruths… Vitamin C can prevent you from ...
Recipes We’re all prone to late-night temptations. However, instead of reaching for the naughty things in your cupboard, tuck into Jess Davies’ healthier recipes instead in the knowledge that she’s got your back. Hummus 1 ...
With the sun flirting in the last few weeks, it won’t be long until we can retire the jumpers and jeans and see what fits from the summer wardrobe. Jason Vale can help. The good news is there’s still time to get ahead ...
Here are five set and rep schemes designed to help you mix up your training, and build muscle Many gym goers get stuck in their ways. They may do 3 sets of 10 reps on ...
“Nuts are fabulous. they’re a great source of good fats but can yield high calorie values” Festive favourites usually include nuts, crisps, chocolates, mince pies, Christmas cake, sausage rolls, pork pies, shortbread and candy canes. ...
Favourite creations. first up, Lucy Bee and her coconut oil concoctions. Recipes taken from Coconut Oil by Lucy Bee (Quadrille £16.99) Photography: Ria Osborne Overnight chia and coconut with sautéed banana serves 2 generously, or ...
Lucy combines protein (chicken) with the benefits of avocado, which include oleic acid, lutein, folate, vitamin E, monounsaturated fats and glutathione. Add the advantages of hazlenuts – they can support brain health, improve circulation and ...
Healthy Snack Boxes Graze A household name that you can now find in stores such as WHSmith, as well as online, Graze enables you to combine your favourite snack combinations. From savoury treats, to Jaffa ...
olympic & world 100m & 200m champion His secret is… Vegetables. Would you believe it? Bolt has only gone and knocked the chicken nuggets on the head. And it would appear to be working; he ...
Each month, bestfit’s fitness expert brendan chaplin will attempt to pass on some vital tips and hints to improve your training. this month: the warm-up Raise Your Pulse Do 3-5 minutes steady jog, bike or ...
Regular readers of bestfit will know that I write about the benefits of food for assisting with anything from a lack of libido or arthritis, to boosting your brain power or improving recovery post workout. It would appear that ...
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