This morning I was approached by BBC Radio Scotland to give my thought on raising obesity rates in Scotland. It was an incredible discussion, hosting university researchers, professors, obesity specialists and people with lived experience. Listen here When the latest Public Health Scotland figures came out showing that two in three adults in Scotland are now overweight or obese, the…
We’re all familiar with inflammation – that swelling and redness that appears after an injury or illness. But did you know that there’s a stealthier form of inflammation, called chronic inflammation, that can silently wreak havoc on your body, including your weight and hormones? The Hormonal Domino Effect Hormones are the body’s chemical messengers, regulating numerous bodily functions, including appetite,…
Three Things Every Exercise Program Should Include 💪 People often ask me how they should put an exercise program together. My first question back to them is always, “what are your goals?” There are hundreds if not thousands of ways to put a great exercise program together. There is no ONE right way. It is important to understand each individual’s…
How to Keep Summer Time Snacking Healthy The secret to summertime snacking? FRUIT! Nothing beats a cold treat on a hot summer day. But most cold treats are also high in sugar and processed ingredients. These healthy and simple summer snacks are awesome fruit alternatives to some of our favourite summer snacks. 🍌🥝🍓 DIY Ice lollies For a sweet but…