The Enemy

There has been an awful lot of media coverage about eating disorders recently, with campaigners adamant that the use of thin models in magazines encourages young girls to starve themselves. Whatever the reason for an eating disorder, it is a complex matter which in many cases will need... more

Balanced Diet

What is healthy eating? Many people see some foods as 'good' and some foods as 'bad' and feel they are helping their health when they are eating 'good' foods and not when eating 'bad' Healthy eating is all about achieving a balanced diet and to achieve this you should eat a variety of foods in... more

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Low Carb

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Diet Examples

Saturday - Hangover breakfast! Large bread roll with 2 slices lean bacon and an egg 500 Large salad with cottage cheese 200 2 rice cakes 60 Banana 100 Pasta with tomato sauce and roast peppers 400 Low fat yoghurt with apple 200 TOTAL: 1460... more

Meal Planning

Qfol don't agree with set diets and faddy eating, here we have suggested some meals which can get you started on your new healthy way of life! BREAKFAST Breakfast, say many, is the most important meal of the day, and we agree! By starting the day with a filling and nutritious... more

Calorie Content

I've been invited out for a Chinese meal, what should I choose? Generally Chinese cooking is very healthy, especially stir fries and vegetables. Here are some meals and their calorie contents. Chicken Chop Suey 425 Chicken Chow Mein 715 Sweet and Sour... more

Diet Tips

Diet Tips Eat regular meals- at least three per day. This will prevent you from becoming too hungry and over eating later, don't snack between meals. Make sure your diet is made up mainly from fruit, vegetables and fibre rich foods like bread and pasta. These are filling, low in fat and good... more