The National Health Service began in 1948 some 76 years ago, not long after the end of the 2nd World War, a time when the majority of people were poor, struggling and trying to build up their lives again. The men and women who survived the war, were finding working again and it was then that the government of the time – The Labour Party chaired by Clement Attlee and the then, Minister of Health, Aneurin Bevan founded the NHS on 5th July 1948. As the people of the country were still feeling the trauma and cost of war, the government decided to take care of its people, and consecutive governments have done so ever since. Before the NHS began, people only contacted their doctor or hospital if they really had too, because of the cost, and it was many years later that people, growing up with an NHS people thought little of contacting the NHS for anything and everything. However, to help you keep strong and healthy the NHS website is full of healthy information, which includes their eating pattern which is designed to help you lose weight and keep your health and weight under control. They suggest you eat healthy, fresh fruit, vegetables and salads, fresh lean meat and oily fish. Nuts, seeds and legumes are good for you too. Cutting back on unhealthy fat and sugar-laden food items are also aiding weight loss, by keeping your weight down and under control, exercising more, lowing and controlling your alcohol consumption, smoking habits, and ultra processed foods, the NHS assures you that you will live longer and be healthier… It’s worth downloading their Weight loss Plan app.
Notice: If you are unsure of your diet, please consult your doctor or health advisor.
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