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Eating well should be straightforward, but for many people across Havering, putting healthy meals on the table can be more
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For most people, the word protein immediately brings to mind fish, chicken, or red meat. It is true that these are rich sources of protein, but plant-based foods can be just as powerful and often come with added health benefits. Many of us never realise just how versatile and protein-rich vegetables and other plant foods can be.
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Did you enjoy plenty of festive cheer over Christmas and now feel the need for a fresh start? The holiday season is often filled with food we don’t usually eat throughout the year, a little extra chocolate, cakes, rich meals, and indulgent treats shared with family and friends. Once the holidays are over, many of us want to reset and start the new year feeling lighter and healthier.
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Winter can take a toll on our bodies, with colds, coughs, and low energy all too common. Nutrition can play a vital role in keeping your body strong, and two ingredients that really shine in this season are turmeric and ginger.
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When stress takes over, your body pays the price in more ways than you might realise. One of the first nutrients to take a hit is vitamin C.
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Havering has one of the highest rates of obesity in the capital—and it’s not getting better. Data paints a worrying picture:
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A new nutrition club will open in Hornchurch on June 23 to help residents change their diet for a better way of life. Run by Caroline and her team, the aim is to provide healthy tips on how to make better choices nutritionally that improve your over all health.
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Havering’s lead nutritionist Sharon Adkins held a special Christmas get together at Rainham library on Wednesday 18 December.
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Havering nutritionist and Health Champion Sharon Atkins held a special coffee morning at Rainham library to raise funds for mental health charities on Wednesday 9 October.
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Every Wednesday from 10am to 11am registered nutritionist Sharon Adkins runs free sessions at Rainham library to help locals with any nutrition advice, health issues such as poor sleep, menopause, weight loss and diabetes.
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Sharon and Suzannah have run ‘My Health Matters’ across Havering, promoting positive health and well being, and training over 500 hundred Health Champions!
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