What does the Eatwell Guide show? The Eatwell Guide divides the foods we eat into 5 main food groups, contained
Energy drinks are widely consumed in the UK, with many people using them to get a quick energy boost. However,
Walking is a great way to get fitter and healthier and it can vary from a gentle stroll to a
So, you want to take up walking? Well done on getting to this page for all the information you might
What is fibre and why do I need it? Fibre is only found in plant foods such as fruit, vegetables,
Eating a healthy, balanced diet is important at any time, but it’s particularly important if you’re pregnant or trying for
Pre-prepared food and drinks are great for convenience but can contain a lot more fat, sugar and salt than we
Our research demonstrates that Get Cooking can help you improve your diet* without the need for faddy diets, so register
During the school holidays, and in particular in hot weather, increasing numbers of children put themselves at risk of drowning.
Dudley has launched it’s physical activity and sport strategy, with a simple ambition – to place Dudley on the map
The West Midlands Local Eye Health Network has developed a video, with the support of Eye Health UK, to help
Description: As part of Dudley Councils commitment to fitness development we have recently developed Functional Fitness sessions across leisure centres
Description: Welcome to let’s get moving – this is your guide to help you make the change and get more
Description: Functional fitness is a common buzzword in the fitness industry at the moment, and in Dudley there are a
Description: If you have a medical condition and you are worried about the effects of exercising, there are options available
Description: Why should I be active? Building activity into your day will give you more energy, strengthen your joints and
As our life expectancy steadily increases it is important that we adopt healthy lifestyle habits to ensure that any extra
Eating too much salt leads to high blood pressure, or hypertension, also known as the ‘silent killer’. It gets this
The UK Department of Health and the World Health Organisation recommend that we should be eating at least five different
Description: Vitamins are needed by the body in only small quantities, however, they are vital for the body to function
Description: Whatever reason we have to exercise. Whether it’s to stay healthy, lose weight or to improve fitness it’s important
Maintaining cholesterol at a safe level can help us to live healthier, longer lives. High cholesterol levels are associated with
Description: It’s a given that regular exercise can reap physical benefits, but being active also can help you psychologically. Here
Description: Getting fit on a budget Summer is on the way and your thinking of hitting the gym but can’t
Your body is nearly two-thirds water so it’s really important that you get enough fluid to stay hydrated and healthy.
Whether your ultimate goal is to lose weight, reduce fat or just to improve fitness, regular aerobic activity can help
There have been lots of news stories recently about the amount of sugar in food and the health effects of
Warming up and stretching prior to exercising is important in many ways. A good warm up will gradually build up
