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Starting this evening, millions of Muslims around the world will observe the month of Ramadan. This is a time when many will fast from sunrise to sunset, refraining from food and drink. It is also a time of self-reflection, so indeed this could be an opportunity to take a closer look at your eating habits and make your meals at Suhoor and Iftar interesting, varied and healthier.

By Azmina Govindji RD, Registered Dietitian and Consultant Nutritionist, Azmina Nutrition

Some people have understandably told us that they are reluctant to get a genetic test for FH or to get their children tested because of how it may affect their employment, particularly in the armed services. 

This was something we had to tackle and I brought this up with the Strategic Command Headquarters Defence Medical Services. 

With the results of the 2021 Virgin Money London Marathon Ballot announced recently, HEART UK has a number of charity places for anyone who wants to raise crucial funds while making history as part of the world’s first 100,000-person marathon

Eating vegan is tipping into the main stream in the UK with the numbers increasing four times between 2016 and 2019, and there are now believed to be 600,000 vegans. A recent Veganuary campaign survey found the top reason for trying a vegan diet is health (38%) followed by animal welfare and the environment (37% and 18% respectively).

Thank you to everyone who donated and supported our Big Give Christmas Challenge this year.

In the absence of evidence from a high-quality clinical trial, a consensus statement by HEART UK provides a guide for managing hyperlipidaemia during the pandemic, based on available evidence and experts’ opinion.