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You can start making positive changes to your life right now. Yes – this second. Even if you’re half-way through a steak and kidney pie in front of the telly; you have the option to pile on some extra veg. Forget what’s happened up to now, you have a chance every minute of every day to make choices that can help you feel good and live better.

Healthy doesn’t have to mean boring, and it’s not a competition with anyone else. It’s about working your way towards being the healthiest, strongest version of you that you can be. Let’s get going!

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Getting healthy isn't always easy, but it's the biggest favour you can do for yourself. Put diabetes in its place with a new, positive attitude

Getting started – and starting again

Starting a new, healthier life isn't easy. Find inspiration here on getting going, and how to re-start after a slip-up

Overcoming barriers – is it you, or just how you’re seeing it?

What's stopping you from getting healthier? Find ways around the most common barriers with our guide to exercise

Medication’s what you need: defeat your fear of medicines

If you don’t like taking medication, read on to discover some ways to overcome your doubts

Go on, it’s Christmas: When it’s hard to say no

Special occasions can be tough when you’re trying to be healthy. Pick up some strategies to deal with the season to be jolly

Understanding your body and making healthy choices

Understanding how your choices affect your body can help you to stay in control and avoid overindulgence

When you hate – as in, REALLY hate exercise

Everyone keeps telling you to exercise, but you loathe it – what other options are there?

Relaxation: why it matters and how to do it

Relaxation isn’t a luxury; it’s a necessity for healthy living. Learn how relaxation can help you and how to do it

New Year’s resolutions: are they worth it?

If you want to turn over a new leaf for the New Year – read on to find out how to set a resolution you can actually stick to

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