Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is more than simply eating eating and drinking the right foods. There are many ways you can look after your mind and body, and we'll help you discover the most suitable ways for your life.
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Why eating a variety of foods is good for you
Consuming a wide variety of foods and not just sticking to one type means you get to enjoy the best of everything. Variety is important because different foods consist of different nutrients which all add benefits to our health in their own way (even your favourite sweet treat). They also reduce the risk associated with malnutrition, which happens when we don’t get the -
British Tomato Fortnight
British Tomato Fortnight aims to raise awareness of Britain’s tasty tomatoes, their health benefits and encourages more consumers to support local growers by buying tomatoes. The great news is that British Tomato season is currently in full bloom, so we have plenty of time to indulge in this tasty all round superfood. Let’s start with the good stuff: -
Tips on how to eat more sustainably
Delicious food choices are often at the forefront of our minds whilst we sit and plan what our next meal is going to be. A growing number of us are starting to realise the importance of sustainable eating, without forgetting taste, good value for money and convenience also being at the top of the priority list when choosing the right meal. So how do we -
Tasty Low Salt Diets Made Easy
Too much salt in our diet may increase our blood pressure and having high blood pressure is a risk factor for heart disease. Like with most things, moderation is key. When shopping for food, there are certain steps you can take to ensure a balanced diet and to cut down your salt intake: 1. Ke -
Oakhouse Foods & Age UK Help the Community
We are delighted to announce that Oakhouse Foods is supporting Age UK to help older people Age UK is an amazing charity who are there for older people when they need someone one to turn to. Here at Oakhouse Foods, we’re not only committed to providing high quality meals, but also a fantastic service. Our drivers often play an important role in their customers' lives, whether it’s just seeing a friendly face once a week or stopping for a cuppa and a chat, they can really make a difference. -
Tips on staying safe in hot weather
With the summer heatwave looking set to continue, you’ve got lovely, longer days to spend in the garden, getting out and about in the sun and fresh air. But equally, it’s important to take extra care of your health at this time. Extreme weather conditions can cause problems, particularly if you’re older or in ill health, as you’re more vulnerable to conditions such as dehydration, heat exhaustion and heatstroke. Here’s some advice on how to keep healthy and comfortable… -
Waste not, want not - keeping your food fresher for longer
When you’re keeping an eye on everyday spending, you don’t want to needlessly throw food away too soon. But at the same time, you don’t want to risk eating something that might have gone off. One of the main problems is, we’ve become so reliant on ‘Best Before’ and ‘Use By’ dates on packaging, that we’re less confident about relying on our own judgement on whether food is fresh or not. Older people’s immune systems also tend to be less able to recover from food poisoning. This makes knowing how to store food safely and for longer vital to avoid becoming ill. -
Why Is It Important To Eat Breakfast?
Breakfast is often said to be the most important meal of the day. However, it’s the meal we are most likely to skip... Breakfast breaks your overnight fast. Hence it’s really important to have a good breakfast as this kick starts your metabolism, warms you up, boosts your concentration, increases energy levels and maintains steady blood sugar. Breakfast can also expand the range of nutrients in your diet and help you reach your 5-a-day. -
Eating For Overall Good Health
Eating well for good health and staying fit are important no matter what your age. Eating well means you’re more likely to feel healthier, stay active for longer and protect yourself against illness. It’s never too late to start eating healthily, and a healthy diet doesn’t have to be boring or expensive. It also doesn’t mean going without your favourite treats, although it may mean eating them less often or in smaller portions. As you grow older, your metabolism slows down, so you need fewer calories than before. Your body also needs more of certain nutrients. That means it’s more important than ever to choose foods that give you the best nutritional value. Oakhouse Foods insist on wholesome ingredients and because all our dishes are freshly frozen they are full of goodness, so you can eat our meals with confidence. -
The stress free route to healthy blood pressure
February is Heart Month, with the British Heart Foundation encouraging us all to think about what we can do to look after our tickers. An important part of this is keeping your blood pressure at a healthy level – and the great news is, even small changes can give your heart health a real boost. Your blood pressure is the amount of force your heart uses to pump blood around your body. If it’s too high, this puts more strain on your arteries and heart muscles, which increases your risk of developing health problems such as heart disease, strokes and kidney failure. Having high blood pressure doesn’t in itself cause any symptoms, so the only way to keep on top of yours is to have it checked regularly by your local GP or practice nurse.
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