Category Archives: health

Review – Healthspan Super 20 Probiotics

Posted on 8 January, 2013 by doug

Would you believe me if I said this ordinary sized capsule contains 20 million bacteria? When I say 20 million, give or take a few, it sounds an incredible number and yet it is tiny when compared to the seven … Continue reading →

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Review – Healthspan Cod Liver Oil

Posted on 2 January, 2013 by doug

Mention “cod liver oil” to some of my friends and they will remember spoonfuls being given by the school nurse.  Alternatively do you remember those awful bottles of malt and cod liver oil dispensed by your Mother?  Do you remember that taste? … Continue reading →

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Is Tahini good for you?

Posted on 2 November, 2012 by doug

Meridian Light Tahini – a tasty alternative to peanut butter I must tell you about this jar of light Tahini which we have in our fridge.  While it is there right now, it won’t last long. This is the first … Continue reading →

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Surviving the winter months

Posted on 2 November, 2012 by doug

Here in England I love the different seasons, right from the cosiness of the winter through to the balmy days of summer.  And yet I find my mood can drop during the winter months, especially if it drags on for … Continue reading →

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10 fantastic reasons to be a cyclist

Posted on 27 September, 2012 by doug

1. Health In broad terms, if you’re a regular cyclist you can halve the chance of getting diabetes, heart disease and some cancers.  Compared to inactive people, cyclists have the good health of someone 10 years younger.  The biggest cause … Continue reading →

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Electrolyte drinks – do you really need them?

Posted on 23 September, 2012 by doug

Ever noticed newcomers in the gym always seem to be constantly sipping from a water bottle, or folk starting to jog or run will be carrying a drink without fail?  Is it a comfort blanket or something really important? When … Continue reading →

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“Hills hurt, couches kill”

Posted on 15 August, 2012 by doug

“Hills hurt, couches kill” is a quote that caught my eye from the amazing 39 stone cyclist, Gary Brennan.  If you’re overweight, obese or even morbidly obese please do not give up.  Follow the link below which will take you … Continue reading →

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Benefits of local honey

Posted on 23 July, 2012 by doug

Everyone knows that honey is good for you.  Almost everyone likes it.  Just some people know local honey is particularly good for you.  Why?  Read on…. Many people suffer from allergies these days.  Often these are perfectly natural, like hay fever … Continue reading →

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Inspiration from Wiggins

Posted on 23 July, 2012 by doug

Source: Getty Images No cycling blog could ordinarily be complete without mention of yesterday’s exciting conclusion of the 2012 Tour de France with UK’s Bradley Wiggins winning. Wouldn’t  it be a wonderful thing if the spectacular achievement by Wiggins inspires … Continue reading →

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Fairhaven Wholefoods, Letchworth

Posted on 10 July, 2012 by doug

We knew of this place from our friends Rachel and Steve who had mentioned it a while back.  Since we were in the area a few days ago, it was worth checking out.  I had a feeling there was a … Continue reading →

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The horrendous spectre of UK obesity

Posted on 24 June, 2012 by doug

Perhaps even the dog looks overweight?  Here in the UK the National Audit Office reckons the NHS spends £500M a year on obesity related problems.  By the time that’s factored to include the impact on the wider economy, the figure … Continue reading →

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Active parents = active children?

Posted on 23 June, 2012 by doug

Becky, my 13 year old daughter riding my bike! I know that my first responsibility is the well being of our two daughters – to provide, love, nurture and prepare them for making a good contribution to society when they … Continue reading →

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Guest Blog: Fitness and Its Immense Benefits In Fighting Cancer

Posted on 10 May, 2012 by doug

I am delighted to welcome David Haas with his guest blog.  It’s a sensitive but significant subject area being dealt with in this post; well worth absorbing if you, or someone close to you, is touched by cancer.   While … Continue reading →

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Is Watercress good for you?

Posted on 25 April, 2012 by doug

freshly picked watercress from our garden pond We started growing watercress in our pond by accident a few years ago.  Rachel was sprinkling a few seeds onto some soil in a seed tray and some fell into the pond.  Since … Continue reading →

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