Lou Mudge
Lou Mudge is a Health Writer at Future Plc, working across Fit&Well and Coach. She previously worked for Live Science, and regularly writes for Space.com and Pet's Radar. Based in Bath, UK, she has a passion for food, nutrition and health and is eager to demystify diet culture in order to make health and fitness accessible to everybody.
Multiple diagnoses in her early twenties sparked an interest in the gut-brain axis and the impact that diet and exercise can have on both physical and mental health. She was put on the FODMAP elimination diet during this time and learned to adapt recipes to fit these parameters, while retaining core flavors and textures, and now enjoys cooking for gut health.
Lou enjoys wild swimming, hiking and horse riding. She particularly loves Snowdonia, Exmoor, Dartmoor and the Peak District national parks for these activities, but can also be found jumping in her local river after a long day at work in the summer.
She is also a keen gardener and grows a lot of her own food organically, using permaculture and companion planting principles. She tries to eat locally sourced, ethically raised meat and get as much of her protein as possible from vegetarian sources.
Good sleep practice, meditation and journaling have been a big part of Lou’s journey with health as tools for the improvement of overall quality of life.
Latest articles by Lou Mudge
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Six vitamin B12 foods to include in your diet
We look at the role that B12 plays in the body and vitamin B12 foods to include in your diet for good health
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Is saturated fat bad?
NUTRITION Is saturated fat bad? We break down the myths around saturated fat and what it does to the body
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Which supplements help with weight loss?
WEIGHT LOSS We look into which supplements help with weight loss, and if there is any scientific evidence that they actually work
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Plant-based diet benefits
NUTRITION We look at the plant-based diet benefits, including what exactly is involved in plant-based eating
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Does drinking water help you lose weight?
Weight loss Does drinking water help you lose weight? We look at the facts and the links between hydration and weight management
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What is active aging?
Active Aging Fit&Well’s Active Aging Week is celebrating ways to make you feel great as you age, here’s how
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HigherDOSE sauna blanket review
Review This HigherDOSE infrared sauna blanket review looks at why this device may be a great alternative to a traditional sauna, and everything you need to know before purchasing
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Six foods to avoid with arthritis: is your diet adding to your pain?
Seniors A few simple changes to your eating habits can help to support your joints. But are there any foods to avoid with arthritis?
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Five causes of joint pain and ways you can manage it
We look at the top causes of joint pain and how best to manage it for a happier, healthier life
By Lou Mudge Published
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Can you use a sauna blanket for weight loss?
Weight Loss They’re certainly relaxing, but can you use a sauna blanket for weight loss? We ask the experts
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What is an infrared sauna blanket?
An infrared sauna blanket can allow you to access the benefits of a traditional sauna from the comfort of your home. Here’s how they work
By Lou Mudge Published
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9 natural remedies for menopause
Menopause These natural remedies for menopause may help to support a smooth transition
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Fat loss workouts: what to eat to stay full for longer
WEIGHT LOSS Trying out fat loss workouts? These are the best food choices for to keep you fuller for longer
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