To celebrate Sugar Awareness Week from 12th–18th November, our latest QluHealth blog post outlined some of the main risks of a diet which are packed full of refined sugar – particularly the way that it disrupts the balance of blood sugar levels, leading to more serious health concerns. Despite the adverse effects of sugar, it’s […]
Read MoreThe term “intolerance” is thrown around a lot nowadays with gluten-free and lactose-free foods regarded as somewhat of a trend rather than the absolute necessity that they are for those with a true intolerance. What is a food intolerance? Sometimes known as a hypersensitivity, a food intolerance means that a person faces problems or struggles […]
Read MoreIn recent years, there’s been a growing concern surrounding sugar and the impact it has on our health, with many likening the sweet-tasting soluble carbohydrate to an addictive drug just as dangerous as cocaine. At the very heart of this discussion is Action on Sugar, a proactive charity based at Queen Mary University of London, […]
Read MoreEven the most enthusiastic gym goer might shy away from the strength training corner at times: it can seem intimidating, not knowing where to start with free form weights and mats. It can often seem a male-dominated environment, meaning men tend to gravitate that way to show off their gains, whereas women feel relegated to […]
Read MoreAre you tired of tossing and turning all night in an endless battle to get your 8 hours? If this is a recurring nightmare you constantly find yourself in, you’ll be glad to know that a better approach to your gut health could be the key to helping you catch those zzz’s. The connection between […]
Read MoreAlthough it might not always feel so, gas is a crucial part of your digestive system and a very normal process as part of healthy digestion. What isn’t quite so normal, however, is trapped gas which can cause your abdomen to bloat and feel very uncomfortable. This occurs as a result of excess gas produced […]
Read MoreWhether you’re interested in fitness, health and nutrition or you simply love scrolling through inspirational images on social media, you’ve probably come across the #GirlGains movement. But what does this hashtag mean, and how can you take part in a community that’s so supportive and uplifting? What is #GirlGains? #GirlGains is a community open to […]
Read MoreWe’ve all heard of probiotics – whether that’s from your doctor telling you to make sure to get enough or yoghurt adverts on TV telling you that they’re good for your gut – but have you heard of prebiotics? What are prebiotics? Prebiotics are defined as the non-digestible parts of food that probiotics use to […]
Read MoreCompleting a marathon is the ultimate goal for long distance runners and endurance athletes. While we all know the physical strain on your body of endurance sports, something we often fail to think about is the mental strain. Prepare yourself emotionally for that marathon with our guide to the 7 stages of emotion when running […]
Read MoreHow many people do you know that suffer from unexplained health issues? There are the stoical ones who put up and shut up, but you know are suffering in silence, and there are those who doggedly persist with regular visits to their GPs, determined that at some point an explanation will be found for their […]
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