Rick Hay - Health Expert

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

18/09/2025

It’s not the kind of ingredient that shouts for attention with bright colours or exotic rarity. Instead, Moringa wins with quiet consistency. Nutrient-dense and clinically proven, it helps balance blood sugar, improve cholesterol, and deliver a steady stream of antioxidants and micronutrients to support everyday health. In short: it’s a wellness essential disguised as a humble leaf.
https://rickhay.co.uk/blog/f/moringa-%E2%80%93-the-miracle-leaf-for-metabolic-and-nutritional-support

13/09/2025

Unlike many “beauty-from-within” claims, Sea Buckthorn’s benefits aren’t wishful thinking. They’re backed by human clinical trials, showing visible results in real women — from smoother skin to improved hydration, plus bonus support for cholesterol and blood sugar balance.

The Phytonutrient Spotlight: Sea Buckthorn Oil – Omega-7 Power for Skin and Beyond

09/09/2025

This month, new research has highlighted how phytonutrients—the natural compounds found in fruits, vegetables, herbs, teas, seeds, and spices—can help defend your skin against photo ageing (the wrinkles, uneven tone, and loss of firmness caused by UV exposure).

What the Science Says:

https://rickhay.co.uk/blog/f/plants-that-protect-your-skin-from-sun-ageing

05/09/2025

EGCG, the powerful antioxidant found in green tea, helps your body “clean house” at the cellular level. It supports metabolism, keeps your skin healthy, sharpens brain function, and slows down the effects of aging by boosting your natural repair systems.

https://rickhay.co.uk/blog/f/the-phytonutrient-spotlight-egcg-–-the-green-tea-catechin