Thrive Magazine
Nutrition For A Healthier Gut
FODMAPs, lactobacillus, IBS, dysbiosis, vegan, raw, paleo, macrobiotic, what the hell is a scoby, and how do I know if my gut’s sprung a leak?
3 min |
Spring 2019
Men's Fitness
Does Nutrient Timing Really Matter?
Do you need to guzzle a protein shake as soon as your workout finishes? Or is it what you eat, rather than when, that really matters? Eric Helms, coach at 3D Muscle Journey and a nutrition researcher, chews over the latest scientific research.
8 min |
June 2019
Men's Fitness
The Art And Science Of Speed
The latest scientifically created running shoes promise to help you run faster, save energy and smash your personal best. But how robust is the research? And can hi-tech shoes really make you a better runner?
8 min |
June 2019
Men's Fitness
Let The Games Begin
The National Fitness Games is inspiring people to test their prowess against the best the UK has to offer. MF finds out the training secrets that will lead to success– and meets a Games athlete who has shown incredible dedication
9 min |
June 2019
Men's Fitness
The Long And The Short Of It
Whether your hair challenges are caused by not enough or too much hair, Anthony Mayes – Hanz de Fuko ambassador, head stylist at the Refinery and MF ’s resident expert – has a solution.
3 min |
June 2019
Men's Fitness
Crossfit For Purpose
If you want to look better with your top off then you should consider using CrossFit as your main training tool, says top trainer Tom Wright.
4 min |
June 2019
Men's Fitness
Sounds Good
Listening to your favourite music when training has been shown to give you a boost. Take your pick of our headphones round-up to ensure the tunes stay with you no matter where you go.
3 min |
June 2019
Men's Fitness
10 Ways To Blaze A Trail
When you go trail running a new set of rules apply, says The Holy Trail author Rik Merchie. Here are his top ten tips for becoming king of the off-road.
5 min |
June 2019
Thrive Magazine
Plastic Free Periods - With Lux Store Organic
When it comes to your period products do you choose organic? Many mainstream products are laiden with plastics, with chemicals and end up in landfill or in our seas! At LUX Store Organic we’re proud to offer a range of plastic free, full bio-degradable and chemical free period products.
2 min |
Spring 2019
Thrive Magazine
Mindset Isn't Just About Mindfulness!
The continued popularity of mind-body classes such as yoga and mindfulness, demonstrates that people are on a deeper search for knowledge and power to find their own solutions. A part of us, if not the whole of us, is seeking to make space and find peace and balance in this modern ‘do it all lifestyle’.
3 min |
Spring 2019
Thrive Magazine
Is Sugar Becoming The New Fat?
Fat has been demonised since the 1970s when the US made hasty recommendations that people should reduce their fat intake. Cardiovascular deaths were rising - something had to be done. Supermarkets and food companies jumped on board offering low and reduced fat products. A few decades later, we are now more overweight than ever, with type 2 diabetes on the rise and cardiovascular disease remaining the number one killer worldwide.
2 min |
Spring 2019
Thrive Magazine
Home DNA Tests - Does Knowledge Bring You Power?
Home DNA tests come in all shapes and sizes, but those in the health sphere normally analyse your genome to see how susceptible you are to certain diseases to give you an indication of your future health.
2 min |
Spring 2019
Thrive Magazine
Are You Getting Enough Vitamin D
In 2012, in partnership with the UK Health Department the government released guidelines on increasing vitamin D intake, with a specific focus on “at risk” groups.
2 min |
Spring 2019
Optimum Nutrition
Why Poor Produce Could Put Children Off Eating Five A Day
A report last year claims that a government initiative to give children access to free fruit and vegetables could be having an unforeseen and unwanted result.
10+ min |
Spring 2019
Cosmopolitan UK
Outsourcing My Mental Health
After years of trying to manage her shape-shifting symptoms with the help of family, friends and specialised therapy sessions, Daniella Scott finally found lasting support – in the one place she’d never wanted to.
9 min |
May 2019
Men's Fitness
The Truth About Testosterone
Testosterone fuels everything from your muscle growth and sexual performance to your mental focus, but many men are unaware of their declining hormone levels. So how can you test yourself? And can natural dietary and lifestyle upgrades keep you on track?
10+ min |
May 2019
Optimum Nutrition
Energy Drinks Are More Harmful Than Soft Drinks!
Study authors have found insufficient evidence to make it illegal to sell energy drinks to children, yet would welcome voluntary action including exclusion zones.
5 min |
Spring 2019
Optimum Nutrition
Yoga - An Ancient Solution For A Modern Problem
We find out how yoga may help to ease the symptoms of IBS and other digestive problems.
4 min |
Spring 2019
Men's Fitness
Cover Model Method
Kirk Miller has been on the cover of Men’s Fitness more times than any other man, and at the top of the fitness model game for more than a decade. And the reason his physique remains the envy of the industry and an inspiration to men everywhere is the constantly evolving approach he takes not only to training and eating, but to every aspect of his life. Here’s how he does it – so you too can make big changes to how you look and feel
6 min |
May 2019
Men's Fitness
Fight To The Top
After taking up the sport at the relatively late age of 19, British boxer Anthony Yarde has been sending shockwaves through the light heavyweight division. With one WBO title under his belt already, he tells MF how he’s preparing to reach the very pinnacle of his sport
9 min |
May 2019
Men's Fitness
The Grooming Brand That Goes Beneath The Surface
New ethical grooming brand Kings has just launched its Talk Club initiative, designed to give men a support network and promote good mental health. The brand’s founder, Blue O’Connor, explains what the initiative is for and the personal reasons he has for setting it up
3 min |
May 2019
Men's Health UK
The Cold Embrace
Awash with physical and mental health benefits, cold-water swimming is making big waves in the wellness industry. Veterans acclimatise themselves to the near-freezing temperatures over years. Men’s Health chose the fast lane. Come on in, the water is lovely…
6 min |
May 2019
Men's Health UK
Lift Yourself To Peak Strength
The current World’s Strongest Man and a genuine Icelandic man Mountain, Hafþór Björnsson is here to help you lift heavy. You’re going to need a bigger dumbbell.
2 min |
May 2019
Men's Health UK
We Need To Talk About Dad
The demographic most likely to drink to excess isn’t unruly teens or sleep-starved students, but middle-aged men – or, to put it another way, potentially you. With an estimated 3.5 million of us drinking too much, MH asks whether it’s time we all had a quiet word…
10 min |
May 2019
Men's Health UK
The Man Who Would Not Be King
As Jaime Lannister, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau plays the most complex character in Game of Thrones. With the world’s most popular TV show entering its final season, MH talks to the man who brings humanity to an incestuous cutthroat.
10 min |
May 2019
Men's Health UK
Cooking Up In A Storm
With forecasts bleak and staycations expected to peak this year, we canvassed votes for the hottest stoves out there.
5 min |
May 2019
Men's Health UK
Can You Bottle High Performance?
Some researchers claim that drinking ketones can push your endurance to the cutting edge. We chase down the hard facts.
2 min |
May 2019
Men's Health UK
A Chip On The Old Block
Skip the pricey hair plugs, Rooney, and head to the Golden Arches for a cure for male pattern baldness that’s as cheap as… well, you get it.
1 min |
May 2019
Muscle & Fitness UK Edition
How Many Calories Do I Need To Grow?
I’m sure all of you guys who are serious about your training have asked this question at one point in your life. I’m also quite sure it’s been met with a different answer each time.
4 min |
February 2019
Men's Fitness
Simple Tips To Cook Like A Pro
Take steamed broccoli and boiled chicken off the menu and make room for a healthy eating feast, thanks to these tips from top chefs.
10 min |