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17/04/2025

We hear a lot about the new weight loss drugs, Wegovy and Mounjaro. These treatments can be helpful, but they don’t suit everyone and can have unpleasant side-effects and carry health risks. Weight loss drugs work by stimulating GLP-1, a powerful hormone which affects blood glucose regulation, appetite and digestion. But did you know there are other more natural ways to boost GLP-1 hormones? Here we describe alternative ways to boost GLP-1 to help you lose weight, including drinking a South American tea you may not have heard of called Yerba Mate!

We hear a lot about the new weight loss drugs, but they don’t suit everyone. Here we describe alternative ways to boost GLP-1 hormones

05/02/2025

We have just launched our new website! Our website has a completely new look. You can now access all our blog posts from the home page. Take a look at let us know what you think. There will be more features added in the coming months.

If you are thinking of trying low-carb eating for weight loss and health improvement then why not join The Low-Carb Club? This is a monthly membership club run by Registered Nutritionists providing education, guidance and support to members as they adopt a low-carb lifestyle for weight loss. Let us....

08/10/2024

Nuts and seeds are foods we may take for granted, but these small packages are jam-packed with nutrients! Eating just a handful a day has many health benefits, as they contain healthy fats, protein, vitamins, minerals, fibre and antioxidants. The nutrients in nuts and seeds support many aspects of health, such as immune health, heart health, our digestion, our metabolic health as well as supporting our bones and muscles. Whether you eat them on their own, or add them to yoghurt and fruit, or as nut or seed butters, eating these foods regularly will bring many benefits. Read our latest blog to find out more on how nuts and seeds are great for many aspects of health, and how to minimise the impact of phytic acid.

Nuts and seeds are foods we may take for granted, but these small packages are jam-packed with nutrients! Eating just a handful a day has many health benefits, as they contain healthy fats, protein, vitamins, minerals, fibre and antioxidants. The nutrients in nuts and seeds support many aspects of h...

15/08/2024

For many years, saturated fats have been feared and avoided, so many people have been cautious about eating foods high in saturated fat, such as dairy foods, like milk, cheese and yoghurt. However a mountain of evidence now suggests that rather than being a risk, dairy foods are actually protective and beneficial for health. Here we review the most recent evidence which shows that as well as being good for your bones, dairy foods may reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease, some cancers, dementia and metabolic conditions such as Obesity, and Type 2 Diabetes.

A mountain of evidence now suggests that rather than being a risk, dairy foods are actually protective and beneficial for health

15/08/2024

For many years, saturated fats have been feared and avoided, so many people have been cautious about eating foods high in saturated fat, such as dairy foods, like milk, cheese and yoghurt. However a mountain of evidence now suggests that rather than being a risk, dairy foods are actually protective and beneficial for health. Here we review the most recent evidence which shows that as well as being good for your bones, dairy foods may reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease, some cancers, dementia and metabolic conditions such as Obesity, and Type 2 Diabetes.
https://www.cinnamondays.co.uk/post/should-we-eat-dairy-foods

16/07/2024

We would like to say a huge thank you to the The National Lottery Community Fund for their support for our online Health and Nutrition Club for people with /CFS, and . We are delighted to have two more years funding for our free Club! me-nutrition-club@MECFSNews" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://www.cinnamondays.co.uk/me-nutrition-club@MECFSNews
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03/07/2024

Many people think that unsweetened breakfast cerials are a good way to start the day, but the photo below is a good reminder that foods such as Weetabix can have a big impact on blood glucose levels, so are best avoided. Eggs are definitely a better option!

06/06/2024

Another really good reason to eat lots of eggs, (as if we need one!), is that they are one of the best sources of a little known vitamin-like substance called choline. Choline is super important for brain health, including the development of babies brains and spinal cords before they are born. Iit is also thought to be protective against neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's Disease. Choline is also really important for the health of our livers - and a deficiency of choline can lead to fatty liver disease. Unlike the US and Europe, the UK do not yet set a recommended intake level for this essential nutrient, which is why you may not have heard of it. Please read more in our latest blog!

Eggs are a fantastic food – nutritious, tasty and very versatile. But many people are unaware that eggs contain an essential nutrient called Choline. Choline is often overlooked, but it is crucial for brain health, including for mood and memory, and essential for liver function. A diet lacking in ...

29/05/2024

We like to think that successful weight loss is just about eating the right diet and doing some exercise. If only it was that easy! Having the right mindset for weight loss is crucial, a positive 'growth' mindset will help you succeed whereas a 'fixed mindset' will ensure you fail. YOU CAN CHANGE YOUR MINDSET! Read more about mindset in weight loss in our latest blog post:

The crucial role of mindset in the weight loss journey. Blog post on the importance of mindset in the pursuit of weight loss.