Maybe you think that it’s an inevitable outcome of having babies or ageing? It’s not. It’s all to do with the strength and resilience of your pelvic floor. Having a weak pelvic floor can mean incontinence and even bowel problems. Factors that can lead to pelvic floor weakness are many and varied but include: Lifestyle Obesity Posture Lack of transverse muscle function Poor breathing mechanics Menopause Childbirth Diastasis recti Injury Smoking Infections Constipation Becau

Sweet potatoes - rich in carbohydrate, fibre and potassium, and one of the best sources of vitamin A. Vitamin A is an antioxidant powerhouse, and is linked to anti-aging benefits, cancer prevention and the maintenance of good eyesight. Their potassium content is helpful for the heart as it lowers blood pressure by maintaining fluid balance, and is an important electrolyte that helps regulate the heartbeat. Although the sweetest of potatoes, they have a low G.I.(glycaemic in