ManFood: The no-nonsense guide to improving your health and energy in your 40s and beyond

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Located at the foot of Snaefell mountain, the islands highest point, this is the perfect spot to refuel after hiking the mountain. Walking to the peak of Snaefell is one of the top things you can do on the Isle of Man, so I highly suggest you do that. Turn down the heat, cover the pot and cook for about 20 minutes till the dumplings are risen and firm. One thing we aren’t short of in the Isle of Man is Italian restaurants and takeaways. Unfortunately, not many even come close to Italian quality pizza and pasta; however, Just Pizza & Pasta are an exception.

Let’s look at what dietary survey data suggest about what men are eating in the UK, in comparison to what is recommended. Aim to eat at least 5 portions of a variety of fruit and veg each day. Choose from fresh, frozen, tinned, dried or juiced. I opted for a veggie breakfast that came with a generous helping of beans, mushrooms, avocado, tomato, eggs & toast, and Natalie had a sausage bap. Both were delicious, but out of the two, mine was the winner. Recommendations for nutrients are a guideline, not a target, because everyone is individual and will vary in size and activity levels. For the same reasons I mentioned earlier, it’s unsurprising that we have no shortage of great fish and chip shops on the island. Up there with the best of them is Port Erin Chippy & Diner.

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Harbour View Bistro provides a fine dining experience in the north of the island. Their speciality is seafood, although they have a comprehensive menu that includes meat and vegetarian options. It's important to get some fat in your diet, but foods that are high in fat, salt and sugar have been placed outside of the main Eatwell Guide as they're not necessary as part of a healthy, balanced diet and most of us need to cut down on these.

Add the milk and mix in, by hand is easiest, add a little more milk if too dry or a little more flour if too wet – work just enough to form a soft dough. Being an island and all, it would be unusual if we didn’t have some decent seafood on offer. To be honest, I’m not a huge lover of it. I don’t mind it occasionally, but it wouldn’t be my number one choice.Alongside the extensive menu and tasty food, it’s a really unusual (in a good way) vibe at this venue. It feels like one of those trendy Asian fusion bars that you’d find in a large city and wouldn’t be out of place in the likes of London or Berlin. According to Tom Smurr, RD, avocado is another superfood that men may want to consider adding to their diets. "Extremely versatile, avocado provides completely natural fat and is a great source of fiber and potassium," says Smurr. "This makes it a powerhouse to feel full longer, stay regular, and replenish hard-to-get electrolytes." With this in mind, I had to make it my mission to find all the best places to eat on the Isle of Man to avoid the dreaded FOMO. Thankfully, this small, unassuming island has surprised me as it continues to do with many things. In fact, I’ve found plenty of gems on the island that would satisfy even the most sophisticated of taste buds. These foods are good sources of protein, vitamins and minerals. Pulses, such as beans, peas and lentils, are good alternatives to meat because they're low in fat and they're a good source of fibre and protein, too. Blueberries are a popular superfood known for their extremely powerful antioxidants, specifically a group of flavonoids called anthocyanin, which White says can contribute to a multitude of health benefits for men. 6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e