Good Food
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date: 2025-09-09T10:15:57.000Z
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items: Top 15 health foods to avoid
items: What is the best diet for endometriosis?
items: Why do I feel tired after eating?
items: What is MSG and is it really bad for you?
items: 10 ways to naturally suppress your appetite
items: Health benefits of rosemary
items: Is rhubarb good for you?

Top 15 health foods to avoid
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date: 2025-04-07T15:17:37.000Z
creator: Fiona Hunter
subject: Guide
subject: Health
subject: Nutrition
subject: How to
subject: Diet food
subject: diet myths
subject: goodhealth
subject: health food
subject: Healthy eating
description: Our expert nutritionist investigates which so-called ‘health foods’ aren’t worthy of the label or are costing you more than you need pay
encoded: With the reams of health advice bombarding us on a daily basis, it can be hard to sort fact from fiction. Whether you’re trying to lose weight, support your immune system, or simply trying to be healthier, there’s no shortage of products claiming to help you meet your goal. But can you believe all the hype? Discover more about the foods you eat, whether it's learning about processed foods, if a vegan diet is healthy for kids or finding out more about the health benefits of different foods. What to watch out for on food labels If you want to know more about what you’re eating, then food labels are a good place to start. All claims made on food labels must comply with strict legislation, but unfortunately, they don’t tell you the whole story. For instance, a food labelled as ‘low fat’ may contain lots of sugar as well as additives. The ingredients list on the back of the pack is well worth a look, but even that isn’t straightforward. Ingredients are listed in descending order of weight, so if sugar is near the top of the list, that tells you sugar is one of the main ingredients. Food manufacturers often use various forms of sugar, sometimes in smaller amounts to sweeten food, and these may appear among the lesser ingredients lower on the label. Watch out for the inclusion of high-fructose corn syrup, fruit juice concentrate, agave syrup, coconut blossom nectar, dextrose, carob syrup and molasses – these are all just sugar by a different name. Reduced calorie, fat or sugar claims can also be misleading. The prefix ‘reduced’ means that legally, the food in question must contain 30 per cent fewer calories or 30 per cent less fat or sugar than the regular product. But that doesn’t necessarily mean the product in question is actually low in calories, fat or sugar. For example, a ‘light’ version of a brand of digestive biscuits could have 30 per cent less sugar than a regular digestive, yet contain more fat and only three fewer calories! Claims like ‘low carb’, ‘superfood’ …

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What is the best diet for endometriosis?
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date: 2025-03-20T12:08:41.000Z
creator: Fiona Hunter
subject: Recipes
description: Can what you eat help alleviate the symptoms of endometriosis? A nutritionist explains foods to eat more and less of, and which supplements to consider.
encoded: Endometriosis affects 10% of women in the UK. While there is no cure, research suggests that diet may play a crucial role in development of the condition and management of symptoms. Here's what you need to know about endometriosis and how your food choices could make a difference. Next, read up on the best diet for PCOS, what to eat during your period to support hormone levels, and how diet can ease menopause. What is endometriosis? Endometriosis is a condition where cells similar to those lining the uterus (womb) grow outside the womb. This triggers an inflammatory response as the body’s immune system tries to deal with tissue which shouldn’t be there. The immune system releases chemicals, such as cytokines and prostaglandins, which cause pain and further damage. Symptoms can vary but often include: Pelvic and lower back pain, especially during periods Pain during or after sex Painful bowel movements Pain urinating Fatigue Digestive problem including diarrhoea, constipation and bloating Fertility problems The exact cause of endometriosis remains unknown but the number of women suffering from endometriosis has increased over the last few decades, and while this is partly due to improved awareness and better diagnosis, some experts speculate that our western diet and lifestyle could be a factor. How diet affects endometriosis Inflammation is key in the development of endometriosis and is linked with many of the symptoms. Current advice is to avoid or limit foods which are known to trigger inflammation – and eat more foods which may be anti-inflammatory. This can help manage some of the symptoms associated with endometriosis. There is no one-size-fits-all diet when it comes to endometriosis, and what works for one person will not necessarily help another, so unfortunately, it’s a question of trial and error. Sophie Medin, RD, director at CityDietitians, recommends keeping a food diary – a record of what you eat, how you feel and what else is going on in your life – wh…

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Why do I feel tired after eating?
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date: 2025-02-06T17:40:40.000Z
creator: Fiona Hunter
subject: Health
subject: Recipes
subject: Wellness
subject: goodhealth
description: Find out why you feel exhausted after a big meal, which foods are causing the issue and whether it might be a sign of something more serious
encoded: If you feel an overwhelming urge to curl up for a nap after a hearty meal, you’re not alone. Experts say it’s quite normal to feel tired after eating and nothing to worry about for most of us. But why does it happen, and what can you do to prevent it? We look at the most likely cause of post-meal fatigue and discover practical ways to keep your energy levels buoyant throughout the day. Next, find out how much sleep you need, how to sleep better, and read our review of the best sleep supplements to get a good nights rest. Is it normal to feel tired after eating? Feeling drowsy after a meal, especially a large one, is not uncommon. In fact, up to 20% of people report experiencing what is known as a ‘food coma’ after eating. The medical term is post-prandial somnolence or post-prandial fatigue. Symptoms include sleepiness, low energy levels, problems concentrating and lack of focus. The exact cause is not fully understood but there are several theories. One is that is it’s your body’s natural response to digestion. After eating, the body redirects blood flow to the digestive system, this temporary shift in blood away from the brain can leave you feeling tired and sluggish. Another explanation is that we are programmed to feel sleepy after eating. In prehistoric times, as soon as our ancestors had caught and eaten food it was time for them to sleep, so it could well be a throwback to this. Are some foods more likely to cause tiredness? It seems that certain nutrients in foods are more likely to cause sleepiness. Eating a meal that's high in sugar or refined carbs – that's white bread, rice and pasta, as well as biscuits and cakes – causes blood sugar levels to spike, triggering the release of insulin as it moves sugar from the bloodstream into cells for energy. A rapid rise of insulin followed by a sharp decrease may lead to fatigue. High-carb meals also release the amino acid tryptophan into the blood, increasing the release of serotonin in the brain, a hormone which i…

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What is MSG and is it really bad for you?
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date: 2025-02-05T11:43:08.000Z
creator: Fiona Hunter
subject: Guide
subject: Health
subject: Healthy food guides
subject: How to
subject: goodhealth
description: Find out if MSG is a risk to your health, which foods usually contain MSG and if it's possible to be allergic
encoded: Monosodium glutamate or MSG, as it is more commonly known, has been a topic of heated debate for decades. Nevertheless, this controversial flavour enhancer is used as an ingredient in many manufactured foods and can be bought in oriental supermarkets, and online, as an ingredient to use in home cooking. Its negative image can be traced back to 1968 when the New England Journal of Medicine, published a letter from Dr Robert Ho Man, which described symptoms including heart palpitations, numbness in his neck, arms and back and general weakness, that he experienced after eating Chinese food. Symptoms, which he attributed to MSG. This led to widespread concern, numerous anecdotal reports of MSG sensitivity and much debate about what was subsequently dubbed ‘Chinese restaurant syndrome’. But is MSG really bad for us and does Chinese restaurant syndrome really exist? We take a look at the current research in an effort to separate fact from fiction. Discover our full range of health benefit guides including the health benefits of green tea and coffee. Plus, find out if sweeteners are bad for you? What is MSG? MSG is a flavour enhancer that intensifies the savoury or umami taste in foods. It’s made by combining glutamic acid, an amino acid naturally found in foods like tomatoes, aged cheeses and mushrooms, with sodium. It was created in 1908 by Professor Kikunae Ikeda, a Japanese biochemist working at the University of Tokyo, who extracted glutamate from dashi – a broth made from kelp – and found it produced an intense savoury taste. He found that combining glutamate with sodium helped to balance the flavour and made it easier to use. He began producing MSG a year later. Today, instead of extracting and crystallising MSG from seaweed, it is produced by the fermentation of starch, sugar beet, sugar cane or molasses. This process is similar to that used to make yogurt, vinegar and wine. Is MSG friend or foe? While many people believe that MSG is linked with health problems and…

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10 ways to naturally suppress your appetite
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date: 2024-12-02T10:40:12.000Z
creator: Fiona Hunter
subject: Health
subject: Nutrition
subject: Fiona Hunter
subject: goodhealth
subject: Healthy eating
subject: Healthy snacks
subject: High protein recipes
subject: how to feel full
subject: tips for losing weight
description: Trying to reach a healthy weight? Nutritionist Fiona Hunter suggests 10 ways to manage your appetite so you only eat as much as you need
encoded: Whatever your reason, if you’re looking to make changes to your diet, learning how to successfully manage your appetite and reduce hunger pangs is key to success. If you don’t, you may find yourself feeling hungry, lacking in energy or demotivated. Follow our 10 steps and you should be able to work with your body, giving it what it needs to thrive in a healthy way. Discover more practical tips in our health hub, including 50 easy ways to lose weight and how much should I weigh? Plus, be inspired by our healthy recipes for weight loss and find out more about our Healthy Diet Plan. How to manage your appetite 1. Put protein first Protein makes us feel fuller for longer by keeping our blood sugar levels more stable than if we were to eat carbohydrates on their own. Studies suggest that when we eat protein-rich foods, signals are sent to the brain about our energy intake, and this helps curb hunger. Including protein-rich foods with every meal, and any snacks, increases your sense of satiety and helps manage your appetite throughout the day. Lean protein sources include lean meat, fish, shellfish, eggs and dairy products, such as semi-skimmed milk, cottage cheese and yogurt. Plant-based proteins include beans, lentils and soy. Learn more about the best protein sources. Pack in the protein with our high-protein recipes for breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as high-protein vegetarian and vegan recipes. 2. Fabulous fats Like protein, fat also increases satiety and reduces our appetite, and because fat is more calorie-dense, we don’t need to add a lot to our meals. It's best to avoid the saturated and trans fats found in processed foods, and instead focus on the unsaturated varieties, like olive and avocado oil and whole foods such as avocados, olives, nuts and seeds or oily varieties of fish (such as mackerel, salmon and sardines). Try our recipes for avocado on toast, sardine pasta and sesame salmon, purple sprouting broccoli & sweet potato mash. 3. Don’t be a skipper …

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Health benefits of rosemary
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date: 2023-06-22T11:22:25.000Z
creator: Fiona Hunter
subject: Health
subject: Nutrition
subject: goodhealth
subject: health benefits
subject: Rosemary
subject: rosemary oil
description: Fragrant and versatile in cooking, rosemary is also believed to be good for your hair. Read on to find out more about this and other health benefits from our consultant nutritionist
encoded: What is rosemary? A member of the sage family, rosemary is an evergreen bushy herb with highly aromatic needle-like leaves and blue, white or pink flowers. It is traditionally served with lamb, chicken or game and used widely in Mediterranean cuisine. It can be used in sweet and savoury baked goods, including breads, muffins and biscuits. Fresh rosemary can also be used to make tea, to flavour cocktails or infused in oil or vinegar for making dressings and marinades. In addition to its many culinary uses, rosemary has been used for thousands of years to treat a range of illnesses, including digestive problems, headaches, insomnia, rheumatic pain and as a tonic to improve physical, emotional and mental well-being. Rosemary has been shown to contain over 50 different phytochemicals linked with various health benefits. Health benefits of rosemary Could help keep the brain healthy May improve memory Aids digestion May help you stay alert Can help combat halitosis, tooth decay and gum disease May help relieve stress, anxiety and depression May offer protection against some types of cancer Can help support the immune system Discover our full range of health benefit guides and check out some delicious recipes using rosemary from focaccia, rosemary chicken with tomato sauce through to orange & rosemary drizzle cake. Nutrition profile 3g (1 tsp) fresh rosemary contains: 3kcals 0.1g fat (0.1g sat fat) 0g protein 0.4g fibre 0.4g carbohydrate (0g sugar) 0g salt 1. Could help keep the brain healthy Cognitive decline, which occurs mainly as we age, is thought to be partly caused by damage to the brain cells by free radicals (harmful molecules found in our environment, food and even released by our immune system). Studies show that carnosic acid and rosmarinic acid – phytochemicals found in rosemary – can help neutralise free radicals and scientists believe this could help keep the brain healthy. 2. May improve memory Memory loss is also linked to brain ageing and damage from oxid…

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Is rhubarb good for you?
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date: 2023-06-21T16:17:47.000Z
creator: Fiona Hunter
subject: Health
subject: Nutrition
subject: goodhealth
subject: health benefits
subject: Rhubarb
description: A quintessential British ingredient, rhubarb is distinctive, adaptable and has a number of health benefits
encoded: Is it a fruit or a vegetable? Is it toxic or safe to eat? Rhubarb is a conundrum to many, but nutrition consultant Fiona Hunter can shed some light and offer us plenty of reasons to give it a try… What is rhubarb? The pink fleshy stalks of rhubarb have an intensely tart flavour, which might be why rhubarb attracts such strong opinions. Although most often used for sweet dishes – rhubarb crumble and rhubarb & custard being two favourites – it also works well in savoury dishes, baked goods like muffins, and makes delicious jam and chutney. Forced rhubarb, grown in a darkened shed, under an upturned bucket or a pot, is harvested by candlelight in mid-January to early February. It has a sweeter, more subtle flavour than main crop rhubarb which is grown outdoors and harvested in spring and early summer. Only the stalks of the plant are edible: the leaves contain very high levels of oxalic acid which is poisonous. Health benefits of rhubarb may include: Helping to keep bones healthy and reduces the risk of osteoporosis Assisting wound healing Protecting against heart disease Aiding digestion Lowering blood pressure Reducing the risk of cancer Reducing inflammation Lowering the risk of type 2 diabetes Maintaining eye health Antibacterial properties Discover our full range of health benefit guides and check out some of our rhubarb recipes, from rhubarb & elderflower cake to pork chops with rhubarb & grains. Nutrition profile 1 serving (140g) rhubarb, stewed without sugar, contains approximately: 15 kcals 0g fat 1.3g protein 2.4g fibre 0.9g carbohydrate (0.9g sugar) 0g salt What are the top health benefits of rhubarb? 1. Can help keep bones healthy and reduce the risk of osteoporosis Rhubarb is a good source of vitamin K, a key nutrient necessary for healthy bones. Vitamin K activates a protein called osteocalcin, which encourages bones to lay down calcium. Studies show that people with a higher intake of vitamin K were less likely to suffer from hip fractures. 2. Can help w…

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