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Why it's Harder for Women to Lose Weight

Updated: 12/01/2022

Losing weight isn’t the same for women and men, with hormones, muscle mass and eating habits affecting the two genders differently. But why is this? We explain all.

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The Link Between Physical and Mental Health

The Link Between Physical and Mental Health

Updated: 04/02/2022

There is a clear connection between your mind and body, however when considering the connection between physical and mental health, the link has often been misunderstood

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The Mental and Physical Benefits of Outdoor Exercise

The Mental and Physical Benefits of Outdoor Exercise

Updated: 22/06/2021

Incorporating “green exercise” into your fitness routine comes with a host of advantages, such as reducing stress, improving the immune system, and even burning more calories!

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How Sleep Can Help Weight Loss

How Sleep Can Help Weight Loss

Updated: 15/04/2021

New "miracle" weight loss remedies seem to surface each week, but the answer might lie in the simple activity we spend a third of our lives doing: sleeping. Find out how bad quality sleep can hinder your weight loss efforts.

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Can CBD Help You Lose Weight?

Can CBD Help You Lose Weight?

Updated: 15/04/2021

In this article, we explore the early research that suggests CBD may act as a weight loss supplement, and take a look at the products available.

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The Truth Behind Taking Apple Cider Vinegar for Weight Loss

The Truth Behind Taking Apple Cider Vinegar for Weight Loss

Updated: 26/06/2024

Our experts discuss whether there is any scientific merit to the recent trend of drinking apple cider vinegar for weight loss in this comprehensive guide.

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Xenical, Alli and Orlistat - The Differences

Xenical, Alli and Orlistat - The Differences

Updated: 27/10/2021

Here are some very similar weight loss pills. How are they different?

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Soup: The Ultimate Weight Loss Food

Soup: The Ultimate Weight Loss Food

Updated: 23/06/2025

Soup is a great food for people looking to eat fewer calories. But what is the science behind soup as a weight loss food? We explain below.

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Seven Scientifically Supported Weight Loss Strategies

Seven Scientifically Supported Weight Loss Strategies

Updated: 15/04/2021

We’ve put together some of the most up to date, effective weight loss strategies that are supported by reliable research to help maximise weight loss results.

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The ‘Better Health’ Anti-Obesity Campaign Targeting COVID-19

The ‘Better Health’ Anti-Obesity Campaign Targeting COVID-19

Updated: 13/01/2022

Boris Johnson has said his own experience with coronavirus inspired him to help the UK get fitter and healthier. But what is the relationship between obesity and coronavirus?

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