Bone, Joint & Muscle Health

It’s thought that one in four of us have bought a nutrition product in the last three months. In fact, almost half of those that purchase nutrition products use them as a part of their daily meal planning1 . Whether you’re a fitness fan or a budding gym guru, it’s not always easy to know how to get the most out of your workouts. Casein is becoming an increasingly popular...

There are many different medical and personal reasons behind being underweight. Some people, particularly (but not exclusively) men, are a healthy weight but would like to be less skinny, or to have more muscle. If you would like to increase your body size, it is...

Back pain is one of the most common sorts of pain and it usually improves within a couple of weeks. Pain in your upper back is not as common as pain in the lower back and this is because your lower back takes more of...

Elbow pain can be one of the most irritating types of joint pain, especially because we use our arms and hands for pretty much everything we do! So, if you are suffering from a sore elbow, read on to find out what exactly might be...

Soothing a fussing baby with touch is an instinct which comes naturally to most parents. So, it might not be a surprise to learn that baby massage is far from a new concept, with early documentation dating back to around 2760BC in ancient China.1 Now,...

Sprain and strains can both be pretty painful, but what’s the difference? People often use these words interchangeably, but here’s what they actually mean:1 Sprain: a stretch or tear in a ligament, the bands of tissues connecting your bones to your joints Strain: a stretch...

As we’re spending more time in our homes, a daily dose of Vitamin D has never been more important to help you and your family stay well. During the lockdown, the NHS recommends everyone to consider taking a daily dose of 10 micrograms of vitamin...

Cramps can range from mild and annoying, to painful and disruptive. Discover what exactly cramps are, who might get them and what you can do about them. What are cramps? A cramp is a sudden, sharp sensation which can seem to strike our muscles out...

If you struggle with muscular pain during your workout, it might be time to switch up your warm up routine. Here, we’ll talk about dynamic stretching and how it can help you with your workout. What is dynamic stretching? Dynamic stretching is the use of...

Have you noticed the muscles in your shoulders are feeling a little tight and uncomfortable? You’re probably in desperate need of doing a few stretches. There are many benefits to stretching out your shoulders when you’re feeling tense, from improving posture through to reducing the...

Got a twinge in your back? It’s probably nothing to worry about. Lower back pain is very common in the UK, and most of the time has no serious underlying cause. Sometimes heavy lifting or an awkward fall can be the root of the problem,...

Tension in your neck and shoulders can be down to your day to day posture, prior injury or poor technique when working out1. This can cause unnecessary discomfort, pain and weakness that can result in limited movement where simple tasks can become challenging. If left...