We may be trying to shape up for summer but the stresses and strains of modern life are conspiring against us. A whopping 80% of British workers said they choose junk food such as crisps over healthy alternatives like fruit as a remedy for stress.
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Don't panic if your turkey isn't perfect this year - good Christmas dinner comes with age and experience! New research suggests that it is the age of 47 when women hit their cookery peak and get to grips with turkey and the trimmings.
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Increasing levels of Omega 3 in the diet could help reduce stress levels according to a new study from researchers in America. The research found that consuming more fish oil reduced both inflammation and anxiety among healthy young people.
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At some point we have all turned to chocolate in times of stress, there is just something about its sugary goodness that immediately makes us feel better but why, we just don’t know. A new study focused on the hunger hormone, ghrelin.
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Positive thoughts, or 'magical thinking' is essential in any diet or healthy eating plan, according to an alternative new report. According to the Journal of Consumer Research, magical thinking occurs when an individual uses 'mystical' forces.
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Too much salt is bad for you in more ways than you might expect. Most people get much more sodium (salt) in their diet than their body needs. This causes the body to retain water and puts strain on the heart and also affects your hormonal balance.
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