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Here are some helpful tips from fitness expert, Matt Fuller for managing the stress and fatigue associated with physical exercise and training lifestyles.

Looking for the perfect light lunch? Enter this simple but very addictive salad with healthy quinoa and super delicious crispy chickpeas by HIF foodie, Helen from Scrummy Lane.

Love halloumi cheese? Then you'll love this recipe by HIF food blogger, Helen from Scrummy Lane. This dish combines delicious roasted vegetables with a Greek twist. Simply add couscous to the dish, and top with crispy halloumi cheese and you've got yourself a main meal or a tasty side dish to meat or fish.

Like nachos? Fan of Greek salad? Why not combine the two and make Greek nachos? This recipe by HIF food guru, Helen from Scrummy Lane, combines crunchy nachos, ripe tomatoes, fresh cucumber, chopped onion, kalamata olives, crisp capsicum and crumbled feta, all finished off with a drizzle of Greek yoghurt. Super quick and easy and delicious too!

Fancy an easy one pot chicken meal? This recipe by HIF foodie Helen from Scrummy Lane, combines sweet potatoes, fresh green beans, garlic, spinach, and tender chicken all marinated in a delicious sweet maple orange sauce, topped with crunchy pecan nuts.

Can you ever be too busy to neglect your oral health? According to HIF dental health blogger, Dr. Emma, "Being "busy" has certainly become glamourised in our society. Being busy is seen as a sign of being driven, achieving at your best. But being busy isn't always the best for your health, and unfortunately it's easy to think "I'll brush properly tomorrow" when you're constantly on the go." Good dental health is a matter of consistency so with this in mind, here's Dr. Emma's three little…

Are you a fan of the sweet and salty combo and granola bars? If you've answered yes, then you'll adore this tasty snack recipe by our food guru Helen from Scrummy Lane.. Combining white chocolate, crunchy rice krispies, healthy oats, salted peanuts, honey and smooth peanut butter – these are guaranteed to satisfy any sweet craving. Yum!

What’s your plans for dinner this evening? If you need some inspiration for a healthy home-cooked meal, why not try this scrumptious "Greek Spinach and Feta Filo Pie" recipe by food guru Helen from Scrummy Lane? According to Helen, "This is super quick and easy with just a few ingredients and a simple filo crust. In my opinion, this is one of the tastiest snacks or light lunches you could ever eat." Delicious!

If you're feeling the chill this week, we prescribe a bowl of this creamy, lemony, wholesome chicken soup packed with veggies and satisfying orzo or risoni. Delicious, and you can have it on the table in just 30 minutes! Our popular recipe blogger Helen says: "There are so many cool things about this soup, I think what I like most about it is that while it’s a nice chunky soup with plenty of veggie goodness in it, it’s also light enough to throw in a Tupperware and take to work for lunch."…

What happens when you get a dental filling? According to dental health blogger, Dr. Emma, "One of the most commonly performed dental procedures, but perhaps the most misunderstood, is the common "filling". It seems simple, right? There's a hole in a tooth, fill it up with stuff. Teeth are tricky creatures though, and the mouth is an incredibly hostile environment in which to get materials to stick and last. There's a lot that goes into preparing a tooth to be filled, and selecting the right…

Have you recently started a diet and are not getting the results you expected? According to nutrition expert, Susie Burrell, there are many reasons why a diet could fail, one being "You went too hard, too soon! - Especially strict diets that eliminate a number of food groups; reduce the amount of carbohydrate dramatically and are difficult to sustain long term are rarely successful here are some of the common reasons your diet may not be working." In this article, Susie delves into the top…

How delicious do these "Halloumi and Pineapple Salsa Tacos" look? Food guru Helen from Scrummy Lane says this dish combines "crispy fried halloumi cheese served in a small taco with avocado, a tangy pineapple and tomato salsa, topped with a sweet chili and greek yoghurt sauce. A sort of Greek-Mex creation, if you like!" Enjoy! :)

What are you having for lunch today? A quick salad or sandwich from the food court? Some leftovers? Or maybe a few crackers with tuna at your desk? While we often hear that breakfast is the most important meal of the day let’s not forget about how important lunch is when it comes to weight control. According to Susie, "The common scenario which now sees busy workers, mums and students eating their ‘lunchtime’ meal at 2 or 3pm in the afternoon; and choosing ‘lunch’ options such as sushi…

Are you a fan of fish and chips? If so you'll love this easy, tasty and healthier version of this classic meal courtesy of guest blogger, Helen from Scrummy Lane. The fish is lightly pan-fried and topped with a tasty crumb mixture including parmesan cheese, basil and lemon. Served with a light butter lemon sauce and oven baked chunky chips and peas, of course! Simply Delicious!

Have you ever found yourself setting your ideal fitness goals but not actually mustering up the motivation to follow them through? Don't worry you're not alone, this is something our resident fitness expert Matt Fuller has seen many times, according to Matt "Self-belief is power. Believe you can make a positive change and that way you will stay focussed and be on-track to succeed. Keeping your goals and working towards your results takes discipline, mental strength and a touch of arrogance…

Is travelling your dietry downfall? According to Susie, "If you regularly jet set around the country for work you will know how difficult it can be to keep your diet on track. Plane food, airports, hotels and conferences are just some of the locations which can make finding fresh, nutritious and carb controlled foods very difficult." With this in mind, Susie has provided six simple steps which will keep us on the healthy track when working away from home.

Many of us make resolutions at the start of a new year to be healthier but do your health resolutions for 2017 include improving your dental health? Healthy teeth can lead to a better smile and overall better health, so if you've decided to make your teeth a priority this year, follow Dr. Emma's four simple steps to ensure your smile is in tip top shape.

Here at HIF, we understand how important health is to you and your loved ones. That's why we've recruited a team of health blogging experts to provide great advice on how to stay happy and healthy.

Are you struggling to find some motivation after the holidays? Don't worry you're not alone, in today’s society we all lead very busy lives and that’s goal setting is as important as exercise itself. According to health and fitness professional Matt Fuller, "The benefit of setting short term health and fitness goals will enable you to build a platform to reach your long term goals. When it comes to physical activity, goal setting is vitally important to keep yourself disciplined and…

We all know that we have to eat more vegetables and that five serves each day are what we need for good health, but according to nutrition guru Susie Burrell, "Far fewer of us know that when it comes to optimal health and well-being we need a lot more than the minimum of 5 serves of vegies a day that is recommended by public health agencies. In fact, when we look at the data from countries who have the healthiest diets, they are on average consuming 7-10 serves of fresh fruit and veggies…

Do you have a friend or relative who suffers from anxiety? According to Mental Health Advisor Dr. Happy, "The Festive Season is, for many, a time of joy and happiness. But the Festive Season is also, for some, a stressful period during which unpleasant emotions such as depression, loneliness, stress and anxiety can become exaggerated and troublesome." With this in mind, we caught up with Dr. Happy to get his top 10 tips for helping a friend with anxiety this Christmas. We hope you find them…

Is Teeth Whitening Safe for Teens? This is a question dental health professional Dr. Emma is being asked more and more frequently and according to Dr. Emma "The clinical aspects of whitening teenage teeth are very relevant, as there are some differences compared to adults which need to be considered.So is teenage whitening a good idea for you or your child? It can be done safely, but with caution." In this article, Dr. Emma discusses the risks associated with whitening and shares her advice…

Here at HIF, we understand how important health is to you and your loved ones. That's why we've recruited a team of health blogging experts to provide great advice on how to stay happy and healthy.

We often hear about the importance of breakfast, but let's not forget about how important lunch is too. According to HIF health expert, Susie Burrell "On any weight loss plan, it is a general perception that the less we eat the better which can somewhat explain the reason why dieters choose a light breakfast and try and hold off from eating lunch for as long as possible. This is the worst thing you can do if you are trying to lose weight. The earlier you have your lunch, even in place of a…

What exactly is emotional intelligence? According to our mental health expert, Dr. Tim Sharp, "The simplest way to understand Emotional Intelligence is in two parts. Emotional Intelligence is (1) the ability to recognise and manage one’s own emotions, as well as (2) the ability to recognise and respond appropriately to emotions in others." In this article, Tim explains how emotional intelligence can reap massive rewards for those who master it, and provides his top tips on what we can do to…