14 New Year New You • Health, Fitness & Nutrition Tuck into superfoods


The new super grain Sick of chia and quinoa? Meet Teff. This gluten- free grain is a species of lovegrass. It’s high in protein, calcium, iron, prebiotic fibre and full of vitamins B1, B2, B3, B6 and C. Karen Collins, founder of The Happy Tummy Co, discovered it when looking for an antidote to her IBS and has used its flour form to make gluten-free bread. Get a weekly delivery via thehappytummyco.com


Are New Year’s resolutions outdated? With a daily barrage of health and fitness inspiration falling into our inboxes, does the stroke of midnight on the 31st still proffer the same power for our promises of self- improvement? Gone are the Bridget Jones days of diarising calorie intake and strict cabbage soup diets; instead we use technology and photo-worthy superfoods to gently tweak and upgrade our wellness all year round. Here’s our guide to the tips and trends carving a positive pathway into your new year. Words: Sophie Bew


Beetroot lattes Move over turmeric and matcha, and make way for the beetroot latte. Harvey Nichols-stocked Noble has introduced a sweet, earthy and anti- oxidant-packed powder ready for blending with milk or mylk (plant-based milks like coconut or oat). Loaded with pea and rice protein, this mix will create a creamy hot beverage to rival any syrupy-sweet takeaway matcha you could pick up on the high street. madebynoble.earth


Stress-reducing plants Adaptogens are natural plant ingredients that decrease the body’s cellular sensitivity to stress by bringing it into homeostasis. They’re a serious superfood, but often come with an unpleasant taste. Rebekah Hall at Botanic Lab has created a range of pre-mixed, healthy and delicious drinks. Swap your juice for a Yuzu Matcha Plantmilk3 for a well-supported start to the day. botanic-lab.co.uk


Nouveau nut butters Peanut-free nut butter has long been a hit with health-food aficionados. Pulverised almonds and cashews have proved such popular choices they even come in single-serve portions. Now Mindful Bites has introduced its super powered butters. From Cashew with Baobab to Almond with Maca, Hazelnut with Berries and Brazil Nuts with Cacao Nibs, even the humble nut is multitasking. mindfulbites.co.uk


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Easier service for repeat prescriptions Pharmacy2U Repeat prescriptions cost the NHS nearly £8bn a year, according to a new study by the University of Bradford’s Dr Duncan Petty. Nearly half the population are on repeat medications with the figure set to rise as people live longer. The report was published by Pharmacy2U, the country’s biggest online NHS repeat prescription service. Pharmacy2U estimates that its service saves GPs nearly seven hours a week, and the average patient nearly four hours a month on travelling, queuing and waiting. pharmacy2u.co.uk


Finally, there’s healthy ice cream Halo Top Halo Top, the ice-cream sensation that has taken the USA by storm, is now launching in the UK. Low-calorie, high-protein, and low in sugar, Halo Top uses all-natural ingredients, and has seven flavours (including Peanut Butter Cup and Vanilla Bean). Each Halo Top tub contains just 240 to 360 calories (around a third of other luxury ice-cream brands). We know it sounds too good to be true, so don’t just take our word for it — dig in and see for yourself just how good healthy ice cream can be! Available at Tesco. halotop.com


Cleanse the body Cho-Yung Sip your way to a healthier lifestyle, following the example of thousands of others. Five reasons to drink Cho-Yung Tea Infusion include: 1) Lose excess weight more easily 2) Burn fat with only 1-2 cups a day 3) Regulate the digestive system 4) 100% naturally vegan 5) Gentle calming effect An exclusive blend of oolong tea and traditional herbs cleanse the body’s cells and support essential organs through the digestive process. Now available in Holland & Barrett and 50% off online. w8zone.com


Saturday 6th January 2018


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