Vitamin C – expert tips for winter health
Nutritionist Rob Hobson and Dr Sarah Brewer continue their walk through the A to Z of vitamins. Here, we look at the importance of vitamin C.
Why a high fibre diet is your secret weapon to healthy midlife
Understand why increasing your fibre intake can help lower cholesterol, reduce risk of developing type 2 diabetes and even help with IBS. Rob Hobson explains.
First-rate fish chowder
Fish is rich in Vitamin D (the sunshine vitamin) and this delicious chowder cooked up by nutritionist Rob Hobson,packs in pollock, hake and salmon, as well mussels and kale to give you a welcome boost during the sunless winter months.
Seven ways to lower cholesterol with diet
Rob Hobson registered nutritionist at Healthspan shows how we can reduce our cholesterol by eating the right kind of foods.
Sugar dilemmas?
What effect does eating too much sugar have on our health (particularly for women over 50)?
Caregiving: How to protect your mood
Low mood can be short-term but over a longer period can manifest as depression, anxiety and insomnia all of which reduce your ability to deliver care for your loved one. Rob Hobson, head of nutrition at Healthspan, offers tips on how proactively manage your mood.
Balanced diet is key to ability to give care
Focusing only on your role as a carer is great for the person you care for but can have a detrimental effect on your long-term health and wellness. Rob Hobson tells how you can make the most of mealtimes.
Self help care tips for carers
Many carers neglect to give themselves the same level of care and time they give to others. Rob Hobson shares some ideas to keep you healthy and happy.
Easy food swaps to tackle the effects of stress
Stress can compromise nutrient intake by influencing appetite, food choice and depleting the body of micronutrients. Here are some tips to help make the right food choices.
Our lover affair with eggs
Rob Hobson, registered nutritionist and Head of Nutrition at Healthspan explains why we have fallen back in love with eggs and why they are so good for you.
A diet, but you can still eat chocolate
There’s a new diet on the block and this one lets you eat pasta and chocolate. Jackie Wicks explains.
Seven steps to a healthier heart
Discover how making just a few small tweaks to your lifestyle can significantly reduce your risk of a heart attack.
Five foods men shouldn’t be without
Having a balanced nutrient-rich diet is essential for life but there are some food groups that are particularly important for men.
Seared tuna with Asian slaw
There are very few food sources of vitamin D but oily fish are high on the list, this is a delicious way to enjoy fresh tuna.
Beat those January blues
Don’t let the cold and dark winter months keep you in the dumps – follow these simple steps to improve your mood this January.
Your winter wellness survival guide
Stay happy and healthy during the colder weather with Healthspan’s winter wellness survival guide.
Five questions we should be asking about our heart health
Dr Sarah Brewer a leading GP, Dr Ross Walker an eminent cardiologist with registered Nutritionist Rob Hobson take a look at what’s the latest in heart health.
5 ways to healthy eyes this summer
Summertime can play havoc with our eyes. 50connect’s guide reveals the essential tips to keep eyes happy this summer
Heart healthy foods
Rob Hobson, nutrition expert at Healthspan, reveals some whole foods that can help keep your heart healthy.
Super foods vs classics
Rob Hobson, Healthspan’s Head of Nutrition takes a look at some of the great new ‘superfoods’ that everyone is talking about and compares them to some of the good old ‘classics’ that have stood the test of time.
Time to get fruity – seasonal fruits to boost your health
Rob Hobson delivers an anti oxidant boost in the shape of a delicious seasonal fruits smoothie.
