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The truth about additives

A newspaper report claims that the number of children with a hyperactive disorder could be reduced by a third if suspect food additives are removed from our foods.
This fact was researched and highlighted twenty years ago but the government have been slow to act - having detrimental effects on the health, behaviour and academic performance of our children.

Then report will put pressure on the food standards agency to ban food manufactures from using dangerous E numbers - used largely in sweets, soft drinks, ice cream and cakes - foods often fed to our children.

Can we trust what we are buying?

A report in the daily mail highlights the food fraud that we are exposed to. It appears food labelling is not as accurate as it should be and consumers are being led to believe they are buying better quality foods than they actually are. This problem is apparent in as much as 10% of the food we are buying and eating in restaurants.
Foods most at risk of fraud labelling are high-value foods such as wild salmon, free range chicken and eggs, extra virgin olive oil and even alcohol. These products can have damaging health implications. E.g. they may contain high levels of methanol which can cause blindness and even death in extreme cases.

At a time when we are being encouraged to focus on our diet and health, it appears the food manufacturers are more interested in financial profit than the health of the customers.
The Food Standard’s Agency is targeting this problem but perhaps the public should also be putting pressure on supermarkets to audit the quality of their food products and ensure we are buying what the label promises.

Can my diet affect baby’s sex?

Many parents would love to choose the sex of their baby but can their diet influence this choice? A recent poll revealed four out of ten couples would pay £1000 for this opportunity.

Many theories have been put forward over the years including studies suggesting a diet high in potassium and sodium, including vegetables, bananas, fish and meat may increase the chance of having a boy. To increase the chances of having a girl opt for foods high in calcium and magnesium such as milk, beans, cereals, cheese and nuts.

However, such evidence is limited and the main aim is to eat a diet that will prepare the body for a healthy pregnancy, birth and baby.
For more information on choosing the best foods to eat when planning a baby contact Hazel Lambourne

How can I lower my cholesterol

• Eat a diet of low in saturated fat and replace with mono and polyunsaturated fats
• If over weight- aim to lose weight to reach a BMI of 20-25
• Exercise for 30minutes 5 times/week
• Eat Omega 3 fatty acids daily from oily fish (salmon, sardines, mackerel herring pilchards) nuts, seeds, olives and omega 3 supplements
• Increase fibre rich foods – whole-grains, fruit, vegetables, pulses, oats, oat-bran
• Avoid excess alcohol
• Grill, steam, boil and brake foods instead of frying and roasting
• Avoid smoking
• Reduce stress levels
Read food labels : high in saturated fat if >5g/100g
Low in saturated fat if <1g/100g

Cholesterol and the menopause

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is one of the main causes of death worldwide. This condition is usually viewed as a predominantly male problem. However high cholesterol and blood pressure are significant contributing factors to heart disease and stroke amongst post-menopausal women. Cholesterol tends to increase at the menopause due to hormonal changes, mainly the decrease in oestrogen production.
During the menopause the distribution of body fat shifts from the lower body (pear shape) to the upper body (apple shape) which associated with an increase in CVD. Not only is there an increase in total cholesterol but levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) increase by 10-20%

Links to Cancer

Experts from the World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) have analysed over 7000 research studies looking at the link between diet, lifestyle and exercise and the risk of developing cancer. In order to minimise the risk of developing cancer they recommend:

• Maintain a healthy weight by avoiding foods high in saturated fat, sugar and fizzy drinks
• Avoid processed foods and eat mainly plant based foods such as fruit, vegetables, pulses and wholegrains
• Limit consumption of red meat to 1 lb/week. Avoid processed meats such as sausages, ham, pate, bacon
• Limit alcohol intake. 1 unit/day for women and 2 units/day for men
• Avoid foods high in salt and limit daily intake to 6g
• Choose good quality foods to supply vitamins and minerals rather than relying on supplements

Dangers of Alcohol in Pregnancy

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) is a condition in newborn babies resulting from heavy alcohol intake during pregnancy.

It is now believed to be directly linked to antisocial behaviour amongst children and young people.

Alcohol crosses the placenta and damages brain development in the unborn child leading to conditions such as ADHD, hyperactivity, learning disabilities and poor social behaviour.
With binge drinking becoming increasingly popular in our society this risk has the potential to increase dramatically.
For more advice on healthy living ask a question

Fishy facts

Most of us are exposed to high of toxic mercury because of the levels in marine fish. In most regions of the world, exposure to methylmercury is now a public health problem. Birds and mammals that eat fish often contain toxic levels.

High levels in humans can cause

• Damage to the nervous system in the unborn baby
• Increase in cardiovascular disease, especially in men
• Higher risk of poising in young children

Symptoms of mercury toxicity include headaches, memory loss and psychosis. Hence the expression as mad as a hatter – hatters who polished top hats with mercury often went mad.

Junk food marketing and the affect on our children

Advertising of junk food is making it difficult for parents to choose healthy foods to feed their children.
It appears the government are not doing enough to control the marketing of junk foods. This is having an adverse effect on child health.

we are seeing a huge increase in childhood obesity, diabetes, heart disease, tooth decay, poor mental performance and antisocial behaviour.

not only are unhealthy foods promoted on TV but also on the internet and via text messaging.

In order to help this growing problem more pressure needs to be placed on the government to curb this advertising.

Finding Your Centre

Even if we are fortunate enough to have a strong idea of who we are and where we are going, it’s all too easy to get knocked off-course by events or by other people! This workshop will teach you some simple techniques to help you get and stay centred. It will give you an introduction to kinesiology – the art of muscle-testing – itself rooted in the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).
Presented by Deborah Moss KFRP, full-time practising therapist in Stockport, Wilmslow and Stoke-on-Trent. Deborah brings to this workshop not only her deep understanding of kinesiology and skills as a trainer and facilitator, but also a commitment to sharing knowledge and empowering others to take charge of their lives.
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