http://www3.Tescodiets.com/rss/tescodiets/health.xmlTesco Diets offers personlised healthy eating & weight loss diets. Amongst the diets we offer are Light Choices, low Gi, low Fat & Mediterranean and health specific diet plans, such as gluten free. We also offer the Tesco Diets low carb diet and hold exclusive licenses in the UK for the 5-Factor and CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet.en-gb120Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:30:00 GMTCopyright (c) 2004 - 2009 by Tesco Diets. All Rights Reserved.http://www.tescodiets.com/images/tescodiets_logo.gifhttp://www.tescodiets.comhttp://www.tescodiets.com/index.cfm?currpage=news&subsection=anArticle&department_id=29&code=24030&article_id=1702Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:18:19 GMTOur lives are more hectic than ever, so we look for convenience. And as a result, we're paying the price with our health. But don't fret, we've figured out how to get you out of this unhealthy lifestyle rut. Just take a look at what we determined to be the "lifestyle habits" of highly healthy people...http://www.tescodiets.com/index.cfm?currpage=news&subsection=anArticle&department_id=29&code=24030&article_id=1796Fri, 13 Jan 2012 12:48:04 GMTHave you ever watched a group of children at play and wished you could find a way to bottle their energy? Well we can't tell you how to do that, but we can tell you how to fight fatigue and boost your energy levels'http://www.tescodiets.com/index.cfm?currpage=news&subsection=anArticle&department_id=29&code=24030&article_id=1389Fri, 09 Dec 2011 11:58:52 GMTFoods not only turbo charge your engine, but can be a great tool for upkeep as well, giving you the tools to ward off the regular wear and tear associated with as many miles as you've put on your body. If you're not already eating these superfoods, it's time to get in the fast lane. http://www.tescodiets.com/index.cfm?currpage=news&subsection=anArticle&department_id=29&code=24030&article_id=1424Fri, 18 Nov 2011 16:04:26 GMTDo you think all yoghurts are pretty much the same? Well, have we got news for you. Yoghurt is a handy, low fat, nutritious snack - and now it is even better than ever. You have probably seen 'live' yoghurt or 'bio-active' yoghurt advertised on TV or sitting in the chilled section of your local supermarket - well, now might just be the time to try them. Our nutrition team looks at the pros of probiotics...http://www.tescodiets.com/index.cfm?currpage=news&subsection=anArticle&department_id=29&code=24030&article_id=1662Mon, 07 Nov 2011 11:27:37 GMTDo you constantly suffer from an energy shortage? If you're juggling the demands of a career and family, it's not surprising that you may lack some luster on the energy front. Try our five-step "activity makeover" and you'll actually feel your energy levels soar.http://www.tescodiets.com/index.cfm?currpage=news&subsection=anArticle&department_id=29&code=24030&article_id=1515Wed, 02 Nov 2011 11:43:03 GMTApproximately 2.5 million people in the UK are known to actually have diabetes - and most of these cases are type 2 diabetes because of our growing obesity epidemic. Further to this, there are many people in the UK who suffer from diabetes but don't know it. Read on for more information on preventing and controlling type 2 diabeteshttp://www.tescodiets.com/index.cfm?currpage=news&subsection=anArticle&department_id=29&code=24030&article_id=1533Wed, 26 Oct 2011 11:52:34 GMTA healthy digestive system has a positive effect on everything from your energy, moods and skin to your ability to fight off colds and flu this winter, and more serious illnesses later on. Here are 11 tips to keep your digestive system in tip-top health. http://www.tescodiets.com/index.cfm?currpage=news&subsection=anArticle&department_id=29&code=24030&article_id=1800Wed, 05 Oct 2011 14:08:41 GMT"Boost your metabolism simply by swallowing this pill'", advertisers claim. That sounds great, doesn't it? If you are tempted by products promising quick and easy weight loss, you need to know that when it comes to losing weight, gimmicks don't deliver on their promises. So what is your metabolism and can some foods magically increase it? If not, what can? Dr Nancy Tice tells you how to burn more fat'http://www.tescodiets.com/index.cfm?currpage=news&subsection=anArticle&department_id=29&code=24030&article_id=1733Wed, 05 Oct 2011 13:47:19 GMTCellulite. The very word makes it sound like a terrible disease. In fact it's a fairly normal condition and nearly all women have some. It will help to eliminate toxins by eating more healthily, starting an exercise programme and incorporating some massage into your daily routine. Here's howhttp://www.tescodiets.com/index.cfm?currpage=news&subsection=anArticle&department_id=29&code=24030&article_id=1760Thu, 22 Sep 2011 13:44:44 GMTHave you ever thought about going for a vegetarian lifestyle? While there are obvious benefits to eating a predominantly plant-based diet, forgoing meat is not inherently better for your bod. In an attempt to help you better understand the issue, we've answered some of your meatiest questions about going veg... http://www.tescodiets.com/index.cfm?currpage=news&subsection=anArticle&department_id=29&code=24030&article_id=1536Mon, 05 Sep 2011 14:12:15 GMTA recent study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition has shown that individuals given a diet rich in cocoa powder and dark chocolate reduced their risk of heart disease. So does this mean we can all munch on chocolate to our hearts' content? http://www.tescodiets.com/index.cfm?currpage=news&subsection=anArticle&department_id=29&code=24030&article_id=1529Wed, 31 Aug 2011 18:02:07 GMTSalmon, colourful veggies and nuts are just some of the best foods around to help you lose weight and protect yourself against disease. Tracy Parker and the nutrition team share the top superfoods for your health and your weight'http://www.tescodiets.com/index.cfm?currpage=news&subsection=anArticle&department_id=29&code=24030&article_id=1679Thu, 03 Jun 2010 09:32:14 GMTWhen it comes to reducing your risk for heart disease, we're used to hearing about saturated and unsaturated fats, but despite the familiarity of those terms, which fats are best remains confusing. Our Nutrition Team are here to guide you through the maze and help you make the smart choice.http://www.tescodiets.com/index.cfm?currpage=news&subsection=anArticle&department_id=29&code=24030&article_id=1762Wed, 12 May 2010 10:38:43 GMTIf your daily chocolate bar for extra veggies and the afternoon packet of crisps is a thing of the past, you're doing well with those healthy choices. But what about that gin and tonic or glass of wine? While many of us can happily give up our fatty favourites, we can find it more difficult to ban the beer. The big question we're often asked is: can I drink alcohol while on a diet? Well, yes...and no. Take this quiz and find out how much you really know about the good and the bad of alcohol. http://www.tescodiets.com/index.cfm?currpage=news&subsection=anArticle&department_id=29&code=24030&article_id=1564Tue, 24 Feb 2009 14:18:39 GMTHypothyroidism is a relatively uncommon condition but one that has a significant impact on the lives of those affected. Thyroid function controls the metabolic rate and if its activity is impaired, the metabolism can slow down, causing weight gain. So how can we identify and treat hypothyroidism?