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Doing everything right but still bloated? Here are our top tips to beat the bloat. Eating well, exercising correctly and looking after yourself are undoubtedly the three golden rules of good health and a hot body to boot. But sometimes this isn’t enough to achieve the washboard abs you’re after – there may be some […]
Bored of the occasional 10K and half marathon and ready for a new challenge? Triathlons are a great way to test your fitness, and training for them is great fun as you get to do three different sports. Fancy having a go? Check out our top triathlon tips for beginners to get you started. 1. […]
Can’t keep away from the biscuit jar? Desperate for just one more square of choc? Cravings have a powerful influence on our eating habits, but what do your cravings mean? Chocolate It’s thought that craving choc can be a result of magnesium deficiency. Magnesium is a powerful mineral and can help fight stress, improve sleep […]
Reached a rut in your weight loss goals? Exercise smart to Blast through your exercise plateau If your fitness regime initially brought you some great results but have recently started to slow down – or worse, stopped altogether – then you may have reached a plateau. Don’t worry, though, this is perfectly normal and is […]
Break free from pesky cravings with our top five ways to curb cravings 1) Are you deficient? First up consider whether you might be deficient in any key vitamins or minerals that lead you to crave certain types of foods. Check out our quick list of typical cravings and their associated deficiencies here. 2) Drink […]
alkaline recipes
Natasha Corrett, co-author of the Honestly Healthy For Life cookbook, discovered the benefits of an alkaline diet after years of yo-yo dieting. And she’s the perfect person to introduce you to these delicious alkaline recipes. A passionate foodie (thanks to her father’s French restaurants), but intolerance aware (thanks to her highly allergic mother) Natasha combines […]
Eating an alkaline diet is all about restoring the PH balance of your bod. Why does this matter? Well, nutritional experts claim it’s the key to better digestion, glowing skin and more energy. Sounds good to us! So how does it work? Overdosing on certain type of foods – lots of meat, processed foods, fizzy […]
CRUNCHY TOFFEE POPCORN When you think of movies, popcorn somehow springs to mind. So why not make some for an at-home film night? Make sure you source organic, non-GM corn kernels; genetically modified food is a no-no in the Honestly Healthy world of eating. Now, sit back, enjoy and watch the movie. Serves 4 1tbsp […]
Short on cash? Working your backside off? It’s time to get things back in balance. Check out our six ways to get a pay rise. 1. Be a yes woman Taking on extra projects or helping to lighten the load of more senior colleagues can provide an opportunity to get some great experience […]
Get your healthy eating back on track with this seriously simple and tasty salmon recipe If you eat fish and salmon isn’t already part of your diet, then it might be time to start introducing the protein-packed fish into your repertoire. As well as being incredibly tasty, it also boasts high levels of omega-3 fatty […]
Sometimes you just want to get in and out of the gym quick smart, no faffing around or over-complicating things. If you’re rushed for time and feeling a little lacklustre for inspo, just grab a pair of dumbbells and smash out a speedy workout with this dumbbell complex. A complex is a workout that uses […]
Fundraising and fitness have long gone hand-in-hand. From cycling London to Brighton for heart disease to dancing away for three hours at Pink Aerobics for breast cancer, there are plenty of ways to do your bit to work up a sweat for charity. If you’ve never done a charity fitness event before and need a […]
Want to know what’s hot on the fitness scene right now? We’ve rounded up the top fitness trends to watch out for, so you can stay ahead of the pack. HIIT You what? HIIT or High Intensity Interval Training is ridiculously popular right now. The basic concept is that you push yourself really hard for […]
If you’re thinking about going paleo, you’re not alone. Loads of us have been inspired by our caveman ancestors to ditch grains and load up on good fats and protein to get lean, boost energy and slow down ageing. If you think you’re ready to take on this way of eating, here are our top […]
Fancy getting away from it all and immersing yourself in yoga for a few days? But don’t fancy the travel or the price tag of yoga retreats abroad? The UK has some amazing yoga retreats to choose from, in some stunning locations, and you can save yourself the cost of flights, too. Check out our […]
We always harp on about how essential squatting is in your exercise routine. The wonder-move recruits a massive amount of muscle fibre in your body, making it a top choice for fat burning as well as toning those pins. Luckily for us squat lovers, there are tons of ways to vary the move to keep […]
Try this simple & filling chia seed porridge from one of our fave books, the Vegan Pantry, £11.89, by Dunja Gulin.(Photographer, William Reavell, published by Ryland peters & Small.) Chia seeds are amazingly filling and are replacing our oats! Chia seed porridge Serves 1 The shiny chia seeds have recently been rediscovered and are referred […]
It seems like every health nut and their grandmother is going green these days, adding greens powders to cake recipes and shotting the green stuff day and night. We wrote about the endless benefits of greens superfoods here but in short, they work wonders for digestion, energy, immunity and way more. Start the morning with […]
This month’s hottest fitness trend is all about running for fun. Yup we’ve all got buddies who’ve run more marathons than you can count on one hand or who can’t wait to smash that half marathon PB. But for some of us the fun of running is in plodding around the park at sunrise, exploring […]
How often do you look at your tongue? Maybe every now and again when you brush your teeth? Or when you go to take that cheeky selfie? This organ is often overlooked, but it could give you some great insights into your overall health. So, what does your tongue say about you? Colour me healthy […]
What makes you stronger, leaner and healthier? Lifting weights! Here are 5 reasons to use heavy weights We absolutely love the fact that way more women are using free weights in the gym in a bid to build muscle, burn fat and tone up. Slowly but surely, we’ve busted the myth that weight training bulks […]
A juice detox can be a great way to shift those last few pounds before your hol or kick-start a healthy regime for summer. Check out our top picks below! Radiance Cleanse This is the UK’s first certified organic fresh juice cleanse and its programmes look awesome. Choose from a three of five-day juice cleanse, […]
‘Detox’ is a popular buzzword these days, especially when the summer months roll around. But will it work for you? We take a closer look at what detoxing really means, how to detox, and what you can expect to get out of it. What is detoxing? Detoxing is a broad term that usually relates to […]
The farmer’s walk is an absolute staple move in our workout routines. Why? Because it’s super-simple and easy to nail, yet so effective. If you struggle with keeping perfect form when doing squats, deadlifts and the like, you’ll love this move – if you can walk, you can do a farmer’s walk. The farmer’s walk […]
Some friends build you up, but others can drag you down without you even realising. Stick to the good ones and avoid the nasties with our guide to how to spot a toxic friendship. 1. She’s a negative Nigel A friend who refuses to see the positives in life can be a bad influence. Always […]
When it comes to fruit, we’re spoilt for choice, so find out why we heart berries. Bananas boast high levels of potassium great for gym junkies, while pineapples are full of good-for-the-joints bromelain. But berries, although tiny in stature, are fruits that really pack a punch, proving that size really doesn’t matter. From summery strawberries […]
The fresh orange and coriander and beautiful, jewel-like pomegranate seeds make this Chicken, Orange and Pomegranate Salad a perfect pick-me-up – plus it’s high in vitamin C to ward off any coughs and sneezes. 364 calories | 15.6g fat | 2.4g saturates | 18.1g sugar | 0.3g salt | 38.3g protein | 5.7g fibre Chicken, […]
If you’re serious about results, then a core workout is non-negotiable. It’s necessary for pretty much every exercise you do in the gym in order to keep good form, not to mention for sports and functioning on a daily basis. Working the core is also a must if you want to achieve a flat stomach […]
Lingonberries – the new super berry? There’s a new berry on the superfood scene – it’s small, its’ red and it packs an impressive nutrient punch. Lingonberries are set to be big news this year, so bone up on the benefits with our speedy guide. What are they? Lingonberries – also called cowberries, rock cranberries and […]