Rick Hay - Health Expert

14/01/2026

Chronic inflammation is one of the most powerful — and underestimated — drivers of biological ageing. It quietly accelerates tissue breakdown, disrupts metabolic signaling, impairs immune function, and increases the risk of nearly every age-related disease. Unlike acute inflammation, which is essential for healing, chronic low-grade inflammation erodes health over time.

Reducing Chronic Inflammation Through Phytonutrients, Omega Balance, and Gut Health

10/01/2026

For decades, nutrition has been reduced to numbers: calories in, calories out. But longevity science tells a very different story. Ageing is not driven by how much we eat alone — it is shaped by what our cells receive, how efficiently they repair, and how well our metabolism adapts over time.

How Plant-Based Eating Supports Cellular Repair, Autophagy, and Long-Term Metabolic Health

05/01/2026

Thanks to neuroplasticity, even small daily habits can gently reshape how the brain responds to stress, emotion and challenge. You don’t need drastic overhauls or complicated routines. Just a few minutes a day can begin to shift the brain in a more positive, resilient direction.

Reset Your Brain for a More Positive New Year: A Simple Guide to Neuroplasticity

31/12/2025

More and more, it’s becoming clear that health isn’t just about what’s on the plate. It’s about what state your body is in when you’re eating it. A nervous system that’s constantly on edge doesn’t digest well, doesn’t absorb nutrients properly, and doesn’t rest when it’s supposed to. No diet can outwork that.
https://rickhay.co.uk/blog/f/nervous-system-nutrition-vegan-health-is-taking-a-softer-turn

27/12/2025

Somewhere along the way, protein stopped being food and started becoming a personality. In the vegan world especially, protein has carried a quiet defensiveness — a need to prove something. To athletes. To skeptics. To anyone who still asks “but where do you get your protein?”

https://rickhay.co.uk/blog/f/2026-protein-without-performance-culture

22/12/2025

The holidays are the perfect time to slow down, gather around the table, and savour food that feels both festive and nourishing. This year, we’ve crafted five vegan recipes that bring warmth, flavour, and a little holiday magic to your celebrations. From a savoury mushroom Wellington to cozy spiced compote, each dish is designed to delight your senses while keeping things plant-based, wholesome, and utterly satisfying.
https://rickhay.co.uk/blog/f/5-glorious-vegan-christmas-recipes

19/12/2025

Hormones don’t run on willpower. They respond to rhythm, safety, and blood sugar stability

Anti-Inflammatory Eating for Hormones and Cycles: A More Grown-Up Era of Vegan Health

14/12/2025

November’s nutrition research continued that trend, with human studies reinforcing something plant-based practitioners have long observed — diets built around whole plant foods are consistently linked to healthier ageing.

Here’s what stood out this month, and why it matters if you’re interested in ageing well rather than just living longer.

Plant-Based Insights into Ageing, Longevity and Cellular Health

02/12/2025

The vegan movement is entering a new chapter in 2026 — not just about replacing meat, but about deep sustainability, nutrition, technology, and creativity. Below are the major trends set to shape the plant-based world next year.

https://rickhay.co.uk/blog/f/top-vegan-trends-to-watch-in-2026

28/11/2025

Health and wellness in 2026 is evolving into a deeply personalized, community‑driven, and high‑tech ecosystem — one that blends longevity science, emotional resilience, and purpose-driven care. Here are the top health trends that are shaping this next generation of well-being.

Health Trends to Watch in 2026: The Future of Well‑Being

23/11/2025

Forget juice fasts, dramatic cleanses or restrictive regimes. The real story is this: your body is already cleansing you every single day, quietly, efficiently and without fanfare.

Let’s take a deeper dive into how your body naturally keeps you clear, balanced and energised — and the effortless, everyday habits that amplify those processes.

**The Everyday Cleanse: How Your Body Naturally Removes Waste

18/11/2025

This September & October, mitochondria—the tiny powerhouses inside your cells—had a major moment.
A September paper in Nutrients shone new light on classic polyphenols: quercetin, curcumin, and resveratrol. These are nutrients you already hear about constantly, but here’s the newest revelation:

The New Wave of Plant-Based Anti-Ageing: What the Latest Research Means for Your Energy, Brain, Skin and Longevity Rituals