Children’s eating disorders
What are eating difficulties and eating disorders? Specialist Nurse Advisers, Harriet Finlayson and Danielle Panton, tell you what you need to know about eating difficulties in children.
Ten water-rich foods to help you stay hydrated
Did you know that around a fifth of your daily fluid intake comes from the foods you eat? We take a look at some of the best fruit and vegetables to help you stay hydrated.
How caffeine affects your body
Bupa Dietitian, Niamh Hennessy, explains how caffeine affects you physically, the recommended daily limits for caffeine, and gives tips to cut back on caffeine intake.
Healthier edible Christmas gifts
Not sure what to give your loved ones this year? Lead Dietitian Niamh Hennessey shares her inspiration for healthier, edible, Christmas gifts.
Can you reduce menopause symptoms through your diet?
Dr Samantha Wild, General Practitioner at Bupa UK, talks about the ways you can modify your diet to help with symptoms of the menopause.
How to maintain weight loss in a sustainable way
While fad diets may work in the short term, they aren’t effective in the longer term. Here, Lead Dietitian Niamh Hennessey shares how to lose weight in a sustainable way.
What are ultra processed foods?
Ultra processed foods are hard to avoid. But do you know exactly what they are? Here, Bupa specialist dietitian Iona Bell, explains what ultra processed foods are and how you can eat less of them.
Portion Size Guide
Have a look at Bupa's health directory about recommended portion sizes and amounts for an average adult aiming to maintain their weight.
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