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A tandem bike offers many of the same benefits as a regular bike, in that it gets your legs moving, gets you out in the fresh air, and allows you to enjoy some time in the sun. Don't worry about building a killer fitness routine at the start. You don't have to be a world-class rider to gain ...

Diabetes occurs when the body cannot effectively manage blood sugar levels. In the UK around 4.7 million people have been diagnosed with diabetes and this number is widely expected to surpass 5.5 million by the start of the next decade if things don’t change. However, exercise therapy can help ...

Malasana is a popular yoga pose which has many names; Garland Pose, Upavesasana and it's also commonly known as a 'Deep Squat', however the wider-foot stance adopted widely in the west definitely identifies it as Malasana. Eastern cultures have, for centuries worked, socialised and carried out ...

Nutritional yeast is a staple food item for anyone following a vegan diet. It is made from the same species of yeast as Brewer’s yeast, but the final product is very different. The flaky texture and the cheesy, savoury taste make it a great flavour enhancer for many popular dishes. In particular, ...

It's 2021, the COVID-19 pandemic continues...people now have more time to sharpen their cooking skills at home. Our eating and drinking habits are always changing but who knows what trends are ahead this year, want some predictions? Then follow on for Food Trends 2021: 5 Major Ones You've Got to ...

It’s not surprising that Greek yogurt is a staple in many diets. It’s super-versatile and provides a wide range of nutritional benefits in a relatively compact serving. Greek yogurt differs from regular yogurt in that it is strained whilst natural yogurt isn’t. It is also naturally lower in sugar ...

Despite not being able to travel right now, who’s to say that we can’t bring other countries into our own homes, and more specifically into your kitchen? These Asian recipes will not only take you on a mouthwatering, exotic trip to Asia but also encourage you to eat your fill of vegetables and fall ...

Fermented foods are those that undergo fermentation, a food preservation process whereby microorganisms, such as yeast and bacteria, convert the sugar and starches in foods into alcohol or acids. It’s much more common than you might think, as food and drinks such as wine, cider, cultured milk, and ...

Maybe it's due to the weather or us being stuck at home but many people tell us they've been more tired more often in the past few months. This lack of energy and motivation could make us less productive and certainly affect our daily lives. However, as it's still relatively early into the new ...

Grip strength (see our interview with grip-strength pro, David Horne) is something athletes and gym-goers are now becoming more aware of. Thick bar adapters, tools to convert barbell and dumbbell handles to a wider diameter, have become more popular recently. A relative newcomer to this market is ...