Many people suffer every day from gastro intestinal symptoms. This may include chronic constipation, excessive gas, bloating and pains. When this is occurring, there are a number of different factors to consider. It could be due to Irritable Bowel Syndrome, coeliac disease, intolerances or other conditions. However, the first thing to rule out is a […]
Natural ways to lower cholesterol
High cholesterol levels are common amongst Australians. Often we don’t take them seriously but having consistently high levels can significantly increase your risk of both heart disease and even diabetes, especially when in combination with high blood pressure. Some people may have a genetic predisposition to high cholesterol levels but more often than not, they […]
Poor growth in infants and children
Poor growth, also known as failure to thrive, occurs when a child/infant is not gaining weight at an adequate rate or if they are much below children of the same age and gender – assessed by dietitians and GPs using growth charts. Some children can just be smaller than the average and can fall below […]
Mindful Eating
We live in a society that places food on a pedestal, thereby making it difficult to ignore and even harder to make wise choices for the majority of the time. The foodie culture has many positives – it is a great activity for socialisation and it has encouraged people to experiment more with their own […]
Nutrition for Oncology
Cancer treatment takes a significant toll on the body and unfortunately it has many negative side effects that often impact the way people eat. This is a problem because good nutrition is vital during treatment to assist with recovery, to maintain weight, and to help with energy levels/ mood. The tips below may be helpful […]
The ANZAC Diet
The Australian soldiers at Gallipoli didn’t have access to refrigeration or any safe food storage systems. Another challenge faced was supplying enough food to feed thousands of men. As a result, malnutrition and scurvy were common. Unfortunately this would have added to the number of casualties, particularly if wounds were sustained or diseases were contracted […]
