In this issue

A nutrition and lifestyle approach to support tired parents
What the Bristol Stool Scale can tell you about your gut
Find out why, when it comes to weight-loss, one size doesn’t fit all
The potential downside to weight-loss aids
Essential nutrition on a vegan diet
Winter warmers to help you sleep
When school dinners don’t hit the spot
Vitamin D update whether and how to supplement
The self-confessed geek behind a global diabetes forum
Kick off the new year with James Haskell
Using imagination to strengthen resolve
Kids’ pages: snakes and ladders and colouring in!
Plus research news, recipes, tips and much more…

One Size Diets?

It’s big bucks time for the weight-loss industry again, so Alice Ball looks at whether, when it comes to trying to watch our weight, one size can really fit all.

9 mins

A Weighty Issue

A drug to aid weight-loss could be the answer to many prayers; both individual and corporate. But could relying on a pill have unpleasant consequences short- and long-term?

6 mins

Supporting Shattered Mums & Dads With Nutritional Therapy

It’s all too common for parents to feel exhausted whilst trying their best to be the perfect mum or dad. Mum-of-two Catherine Morgan signed up to a new course in search of her own waning mojo

4 mins

How A 'Student Project' Grew Into An NHS-Approved Tool For Diabetes

In 2018, the NHS gave the green light for GPs to prescribe the GroHealth low-carb programme for type 2 diabetes. Louise Wates spoke to Arjun Panesar, one of the brains behind its creation.

9 mins

When School Dinners Don't Hit The Spot

When Child 1 started school last year, Catherine Morgan thought she was free from having to plan at least one lunch for five days a week. But it was not to be, as she soon found out...

4 mins

Is Milk-Induced Mucus A Myth?

Expert says there is “no evidence” that dairy increases mucus production from the lungs.

3 mins

Given Up Your New Year Resolution? Try Using Your Imagination

Do you want to feel healthier and happier this year? According to new research, visualising how you want to be could help to make that New Year’s resolution become a long-term reality.

4 mins

Get Spicy!

Mixing your own masalas and seasonings is a great way to use up random spices that may be lurking at the back of your cupboards, as well as to save money and add some flavour to winter warmers.

2 mins

Opting For A Plant-Based Diet

Thinking of taking the Veganuary pledge? Find out what nutrients you should be thinking of and how to get them.

7 mins

When Age And Experience Brings Benefits To A Brand New Career

ION, which publishes Optimum Nutrition, was founded to teach nutrition and inspire future generations. Graduate Lorna Rhodes (DipION mBANT rCNHC) told us how, after many successful years as a cookery writer and food stylist, she launched her new career in nutritional therapy — just as most of her friends were retiring!

3 mins

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Optimum Nutrition Magazine Description:

ION's quarterly printed magazine is an essential read for anyone wanting to understand more about the role of nutrition and exercise in health and disease.