There’s more to eating than what’s on our plates

Eating well means concentrating on a proper diet and on the time you eat.

The foods you consume on a day-to-day basis will have a knock-on effect on your overall health. A balanced plate should include a handful of carbs, an outstretched handful of protein, two handfuls of veg and a thumb-sized portion of fat (olive oil).

The current NHS guideline that you should eat small meals often throughout the day is completely disproven. Snacking is generally bad because it produces extra sugar and fat peaks, leading to sugar dips and more hunger. However, snacking can be helpful for some.