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Why am I experiencing daily fluctuations in my weight readings?

Weight fluctuations are completely normal. Here are a few reasons why you might be experiencing these.

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

What is causing my weight loss plateau?

In this article, we're going to explore the reasons why you might be experiencing a weight loss plateau and what you can do about it

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated this week

Ramadan 2021 recipe ideas

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Planning ahead for the weekend

Our top tips for staying focused on your healthy habits at the weekend, despite a shift in routine

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Winter warmer recipes

Find a collection of our favourite recipes to keep you feeling warm and nourished this Winter!

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

Information on PCOS, the causes, and some strategies to help improve symptoms of this condition

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

What type of yoghurt is best?

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Why should I reduce caffeine?

Why do we recommend being mindful of your caffeine intake on the programme?

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

What are processed foods?

The official definition of a 'processed food' and the foods we recommend you limit on the programme

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Periods and weight gain

How to manage food cravings, fluid retention, and other symptoms around your monthly period

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Personal fat threshold - part 4

Part 4 in this series of four articles on the physiology behind the development of type-2 diabetes.

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Personal fat threshold - part 3

Part 3 in this series of four articles on the physiology behind the development of type-2 diabetes.

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Personal fat threshold - part 2

Part 2 in this series of four articles on the physiology behind the development of type-2 diabetes.

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Personal fat threshold - part 1

Part 1 in this series of four articles on the physiology behind the development of type-2 diabetes.

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

What can I eat? Our list of foods to choose

A list of foods we recommend eating on the Second Nature programme

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

What should I eat on days I exercise?

Written by Emily Pieront
Updated over a week ago

Which oil should I use for cooking?

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Should I reduce saturated fat if I have high cholesterol levels?

An overview of cholesterol, it's role in the body, and why the Second Nature guidelines can help to optimise your cholesterol levels

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Will foods high in saturated fat increase my risk of heart disease?

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

What vegan substitutes can I use?

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

What happens after Reset?

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Top tips from Health Coaches

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

The Hunger Scale

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Quiz - what type of eater are you?

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Set point theory - the weight loss secret no one talks about

The reason you might be experiencing a weight loss plateau that has nothing to do with your diet or exercise

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 9 - Level 3

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 9 - Level 2

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 9 - Level 1

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 8 - Level 3

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 8 - Level 2

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 8 - Level 1

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 7 - Level 3

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 7 - Level 2

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 7 - Level 1

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 6 - Level 3

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 6 - Level 2

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 6 - Level 1

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 5 - Level 2

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 5 - Level 1

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 4 - Level 3

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 4 - Level 2

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 4 - Level 1

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 3 - Level 3

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 3 - Level 2

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 3 - Level 1

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 2 - Level 3

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 2 - Level 2

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 2 - Level 1

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 10 - Level 1

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 10 - Level 2

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 10 - Level 3

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 1 - Level 3

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 1 - Level 2

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Workout 1 - Level 1

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Warm up

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Tips for a better sleep

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

The Second Nature Scale

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Staying healthy this Eid

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Preparing for last-minute meals

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Second Nature workouts

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Weekly planning tool

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Hot drinks survey 2016 - Action on Sugar

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

When is the best time to exercise

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

Should you exercise when you are unwell

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago

What is anaerobic exercise

Written by Fiona Moncrieff
Updated over a week ago