Weight Loss

Salter Glass Analyser, Tanita BC-401, Tanita RG-545

A weighty subject -three bio-impedance scales reviewed

Salter Glass Analyser, Tanita BC-401, Tanita RD-545 Since body composition analysers hit the domestic market about ten years ago their accuracy and sophistication has improved and the prices have plummeted.  But are all those extra features necessary and more importantly are they accurate? At a glance: The pros and cons of different machines CHEAPEST Salter …

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Protein

How much protein should I eat? In the UK public health advisors suggest that we eat about 0.75g/protein/kg weight/day.  That means for a 65kg woman, of normal build and average height, you would need about 50g of protein per day.  For a long time, we thought that everyone was eating loads more than this amount, …

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Is ballet good exercise for older people?

As a specialist in weight issues for women over 50, I am forever searching around for enjoyable exercise options for my clients.  In order to maintain a healthy weight, it is important to consider how to keep our muscles in tone.  Muscle is metabolically active, so as well as giving us strength and endurance, healthy …

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Yes We Can!

INTRO Hi! Welcome to Say Tomato! The podcast about sustainable diets, ethical food, living lightly on the planet and … tomatoes. My mantra is that it’s never too late to get healthy, so whatever your age, your current state of health, or your weight – take heart! Sit back and enjoy the talk. In the …

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Weight Loss

NUTRITIONIST WENDY SHILLAM TALKS ABOUT WEIGHT LOSS:   A recent UK study showed that losing weight, at any time of life, can make significant improvements in our health.  For every kilo of excess weight, life expectancy goes down.  If you’re obese and over 40 now, slimming down can, on average, gain you three or four …

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