Rick Hay - Health Expert

02/12/2025

The vegan movement is entering a new chapter in 2026 — not just about replacing meat, but about deep sustainability, nutrition, technology, and creativity. Below are the major trends set to shape the plant-based world next year.

https://rickhay.co.uk/blog/f/top-vegan-trends-to-watch-in-2026

28/11/2025

Health and wellness in 2026 is evolving into a deeply personalized, community‑driven, and high‑tech ecosystem — one that blends longevity science, emotional resilience, and purpose-driven care. Here are the top health trends that are shaping this next generation of well-being.

Health Trends to Watch in 2026: The Future of Well‑Being

23/11/2025

Forget juice fasts, dramatic cleanses or restrictive regimes. The real story is this: your body is already cleansing you every single day, quietly, efficiently and without fanfare.

Let’s take a deeper dive into how your body naturally keeps you clear, balanced and energised — and the effortless, everyday habits that amplify those processes.

**The Everyday Cleanse: How Your Body Naturally Removes Waste

18/11/2025

This September & October, mitochondria—the tiny powerhouses inside your cells—had a major moment.
A September paper in Nutrients shone new light on classic polyphenols: quercetin, curcumin, and resveratrol. These are nutrients you already hear about constantly, but here’s the newest revelation:

The New Wave of Plant-Based Anti-Ageing: What the Latest Research Means for Your Energy, Brain, Skin and Longevity Rituals

31/10/2025

The Hidden Cost: Fast Food, Fast Ageing
Emerging research suggests that the more ultra-processed your diet, the faster your cells seem to grow old.

A major study of 20,000 adults found that even a 1% rise in UPF intake was linked to measurable signs of biological ageing — think sluggish mitochondria, chronic inflammation, and slower tissue repair. Scientists call this cellular senescence — when tired cells stop dividing but keep releasing inflammatory compounds that age the body from within.

So what’s behind it?

https://rickhay.co.uk/blog/f/the-processing-problem-are-processed-foods-speeding-up-ageing

27/10/2025

Modern research has linked Rosmary's aroma to improved concentration, faster recall, and enhanced mental alertness. In fact, one landmark study in Therapeutic Advances in Psychopharmacology found that participants exposed to rosemary essential oil performed significantly better on memory and processing speed tests.
https://rickhay.co.uk/blog/f/rosemary-%E2%80%94-the-herb-that-wakes-up-the-brain

22/10/2025

Recent research shows that sage isn’t just symbolic of wisdom — it actually enhances it.
Clinical studies have found that 300–600 mg of sage extract can improve alertness, memory, and focus, while also helping you feel calmer in stressful moments.

The Phytonutrient Spotlight: Sage — The Mind-Soothing Herb with Memory Benefits

14/10/2025

6 cozy and healthy vegan autumn recipes — warming, nourishing, and full of seasonal flavors:

https://rickhay.co.uk/blog/f/6-healthy-vegan-autumn-recipes

10/10/2025

Here are 6 delicious and balanced vegan dinner recipes you can rotate through the week:
https://rickhay.co.uk/blog/f/6-delicious-and-balanced-vegan-dinner-recipes

06/10/2025

Vegan Lunch Ideas for this week:

Here are 6 delicious, nutrient-packed vegan lunch recipes — perfect for keeping energy steady through the day without feeling heavy:

01/10/2025

Vegan Breakfast Ideas:

Here are 6 delicious vegan breakfast recipes that are easy to make, nutritious, and satisfying:

26/09/2025

Nutrition news rarely gets as straightforward as this: a cup of greens a day really can make a difference:

Nutrition News – The Green Advantage