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Cancer Support: (2) Diet Debates Around Cancer

9th February 2022

There’s a lot of noise surrounding cancer and in the first blog of this cancer series, we looked at some of the stats and facts around the disease. There is a strong desire to pinpoint a single nutritional cause and find the optimal anti-cancer diet but in the meantime, many people are often unaware of some effective modifications that could make a significant difference to their cancer risk. It helps to start by understanding exactly what cancer is and the possible risk factors that have been identified, so that's what we're going to discuss in this blog.

Cancer Support: (1) Stats and Facts

4th February 2022

Today is World Cancer Day 2022. If you were born after 1960 there’s a 1 in 2 chance of you developing cancer in your lifetime. By those odds, it could be Matt or I. A pretty frightening thought I’m sure you’ll agree and one of the reasons I decided to complete a 3-day cancer nutrition course run by The Institute For Optimum Nutrition. The research around cancer in relation to nutrition is mounting and the course was a great way to get up to speed on the latest research. This will allow me to confidently support my clients and loved ones, plus check my nagging was evidence-based 😉

Getting Savvy With Your To Do Lists

31st January 2022

After a pretty low start to the year I’m pleased to say the last week was a goodun' and it’s mainly down to the mindset I’ve taken on things. Whilst I know it’s not always that simple I reminded myself that many of the things I was feeling low about were changeable and by myself only.

This is Why You’re Not Getting Results

18th January 2022

Our environment and what we have going on around us has a huge impact on our mental health. Whether it is making sure your kitchen is clean and tidy before food prep, being around positive people who motivate and inspire you daily (as opposed to negative people who moan and put others down), or simply having access to fresh air and green space in our neighbourhood - our daily environment has a huge impact. So how does your immediate environment affect your fat loss results? More than you might think.

Make Time For Things You Love Instead of Things You Should

7th January 2022

I talked on Instagram last week about making emotionalutions rather than resolutions this year. Yes, it is a word! 🤣 In 2022 Matt and I are focusing on small things we can do that support our emotional state, so that we see positive changes in our overall health.

Should You Go Plant Based This Year?

5th January 2022

It’s estimated 1/3 of UK adults are “interested” in changing their eating habits according to a recent YouGov poll and Veganuary could be the starting point. Personally I’m not sure about the data, I’m interested in running a marathon but… 🤣 A friend asked me if I believe a plant based diet is the best thing to do for health? Here's my reply.

Fitter Food Radio #175 The Anti-Aging Benefits of Muscle

1st December 2021

This week on Fitter Food Radio Keris and Matt speak to Dr. Tommy Wood about the health benefits of muscle mass. Our discussion includes: How much exercise is enough to build sufficient muscle for health Nutritional supplements and dietary…

Keris’ Black Friday Buys

23rd November 2021

It’s that time of year again where your eyes light up at the thought of a bargain on Black Friday. Over the last couple of years I've really started to think twice about how I spend my money and engage in consumerism. I now ask myself the following 5 questions before making a purchase:

Fitter Food Radio #174 Revisiting Cancer

20th November 2021

This week on Fitter Food Radio Keris and Matt revisit the topic of cancer and discuss: Facts and figures around cancer The processes that take place with cancer and how genetics play a role Why check-ups and reporting symptoms…

Natural Cold & Flu Support: Beyond Vitamin C

11th November 2021

Matt and I have been plagued by coughs and cold in the last month. The seasons changing combined with greater exposure to more concentrated groups of people indoors via gyms, restaurants and trains seems to have challenged our immune systems a little - seems they got a bit too used to social distancing! In this post I'm going to detail everything we've done to help get our health back on track.

Fitter Food #173 – Talking Testosterone With Dr Tommy Wood

10th November 2021

This week on Fitter Food Radio our good friend Dr. Tommy Wood returns to chat about men’s health and testosterone. We discuss the best means of measuring testosterone, how nutrition and lifestyle can influence testosterone levels plus the…

Fighting Colds & Flu: Let Food Be Thy Medicine

4th October 2021

After the isolation and lockdown of 2020, the season of snot is now upon us with a renewed vengeance. As the nights get darker and the weather is getting colder, many of us have already experienced that familiar tickle in the throat, headache or runny nose that signals a familiar cold is threatening. Before you reach for any high street cold and flu remedies or paracetamol try boosting up your own natural defence systems with these superfoods that will help keep the colds at bay all winter.