Healthy You Programme

25/02/2026

Managing our emotions is a skill, just like riding a bike. And it’s never too late to learn how to do it. 💜

We all feel intense emotions at times - this is a normal part of life. But if we don’t have healthy ways to manage these emotions, they can start to impact our behaviour and relationships.

Read more here: https://bit.ly/3OqlCrg

09/02/2026

🧡 Today is World Cancer Day 💙

Nutrition plays a vital role in the cancer journey, but we know that maintaining a healthy diet during treatment can be a significant challenge. To mark World Cancer Day, we are sharing one of the most valuable resources in our hub: The Eating Well During Cancer Guide from World Cancer Research Fund

This essential guide is designed to provide practical, evidence-based support for managing side effects, supporting recovery, and improving overall well-being. ✅ 💡

Why we love this resource:
🩺 Developed with the BDA Oncology Specialist Group.
🥗 Packed with practical tips and nourishing recipes.
📊 Based on the latest scientific evidence and expert insights.

It is a must-have tool for health professionals to share with patients and families. Help us spread the word and support those who need it most.

🔗 Download the guide for free via the link:https://zurl.co/KhVEj

04/02/2026

5 ways to sneak exercise into your day👇❤
Staying active can keep you happier and healthier. But it can be a challenge to find the time or the motivation to add exercise to your routine. Here are 5 simple tips to help you sneak more movement into your day.

Want some quick and easy ideas for adding more movement into your day? These 5 simple tips can help.

02/02/2026

As an all age service, it is great to encourage children to cook; learn new skills and try new recipes.
These recipes help children develop their food skills, handle a variety of ingredients and apply their knowledge in a practical way.
The top 25 recipes from Food - a Fact of Life are now updated with detailed nutrition information, helping children learn about healthy eating and nutrition while they cook. Explore these healthy recipes and make food education fun, practical and nutritious!

Welcome to the recipes area. The Food – a fact of life (FFL) website has a range of recipes which support the teaching and learning of handling a range of ingredients, food skills and cooking techniques.

29/01/2026

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26/01/2026

Healthy You is designed to support you or you and your family to help you meet your lifestyle goals, which might be to be more active, eat better, or manage your weight.

For individuals, families, children and adults, Healthy You is provided for free by Active North Yorkshire, our sport and active wellbeing service.

Find out more: https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/healthy-living/healthy-you

22/01/2026

21/01/2026

When it comes to weight loss, a slow and steady approach can be the most effective👇

Find out why a slow and steady approach can be the most effective for lasting weight loss.

15/01/2026

Swimming is a fantastic all-round activity suitable for everyone. We offer a variety of sessions and lessons in our heated swimming pools to encourage everyone to enjoy swimming:

✅ lane swimming
✅ casual swimming and fun sessions
✅ family swim and parent and tot sessions
✅ adult only and over 60s swimming
✅ accessible and special educational needs and disabilities swimming
✅ additionally, if you are 16 and over, you can unwind in our relaxing sauna and steam room

We also have pool-based exercise classes, find out more on our website at https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/active-north-yorkshire/active-north-yorkshire-venues/skipton-leisure-and-wellbeing-hub/swimming-sauna-and-steam-skipton-leisure-and-wellbeing-hub

12/01/2026

Good news: it’s easy to get your Healthy Choices score and plan.

Take your first little step to healthy!

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/healthy-choices-quiz