With Christmas recently over, Valentine’s day upon us and Easter just around the corner, it is so easy to go over the daily recommendations for sugar. A national survey of diets has shown that children aged four to ten, along with adults are eating twice the amount of sugar they should be, whilst teenagers are
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Benefits of Giving Up Sugary Drinks for February
We’ve all read about the negative side effects of sugar, with scientists claiming it has a similar effect on our bodies to cocaine. During February Sugar Smart & Cancer Research is aiming aims to get us to give up sugar and go ‘Fizz Free’, but should we and if we do will our health benefit?
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Protecting your baby from tobacco smoke is one of the best things you can do to give your child a healthy start in life. It can be difficult to stop smoking, but it’s never too late to quit. Every cigarette you smoke contains over 4,000 chemicals, so smoking when you are pregnant harms your unborn baby.
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The free NHS Health Check is a national scheme, open to eligible adults aged 40 – 74, and aims to help individuals to understand their risks of developing preventable health concerns such as heart disease, type two diabetes and kidney disease. NHS Health Checks are delivered at GP surgeries, as well as community venues across
Read More About Check It Out Before It Catches You Out!How Smoking Affects Others
Second-hand smoke contains over 4000 chemicals and anyone that breathes it in is at risk of developing the same diseases as smokers. When people smoke, everyone around them is exposed to harmful second-hand smoke. More than 80% of second-hand smoke is invisible and odourless and even though you can’t see it or smell it, it can
Read More About How Smoking Affects OthersRediscover Your Local Leisure Centre With Everyone Health
Do you need to increase your weekly exercise but need a bit of help and support? We have partnered with Jubilee 2 Leisure Centre in Newcastle under Lyme to offer free gym/swim/class vouchers for those over 50 who live in one of our targeted wards. These offer a fantastic way to try a new class
Read More About Rediscover Your Local Leisure Centre With Everyone HealthWhy Quit?
Quitting smoking can have a positive effect on your health and you in many different ways. You will reduce your risk of developing illness, disability or death caused by cancer, heart or lung disease Your breathing and general fitness will improve You will have more energy You will less stressed The appearance of your skin
Read More About Why Quit?Staffordshire County Show 2019
This show is truly a great day out for all the family. It’s a chance to sample some superb local produce, find some exquisite crafts and enjoy a whole host of family activities, displays and performances. Following the great success of our stall at last year’s event, we will be back bigger and better in
Read More About Staffordshire County Show 2019A New Approach to Weight Management
When it comes to weight management, we all know that it’s a combination of good diet and exercise that holds the key to success. However, it’s safe to say that many of us struggle to stick to new regimes when starting out on weight loss journeys. Our free weekly group sessions provide a sociable space
Read More About A New Approach to Weight ManagementWorried About a Loved One’s Recent Weight Loss?
Have you noticed changes in their appetite? Have you yourself lost motivation to eat well? Call us to find out about our free 12 week, one to one and group support for malnutrition in Staffordshire. Each session is one hour long, and takes place at a community setting near you throughout Staffordshire. It is run
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