Tag Archive: diet

Synbiotics for Better Calcium Absorption

Posted on :  November 1, 2022

Including synbiotic foods and drinks provides additional health benefits to your body through enhancing calcium bioavailability. Pairing prebiotic and probiotic-rich foods together in a single meal or snack is a great way to create your own synbiotic combination for better gut health and calcium absorption.

Get Kids Excited About Healthy Eating

Posted on :  September 27, 2022

by Ashleigh FelthamAccredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist Take home message Getting your kids excited about healthy eating. Having them... Read More

Omega-3 Fat Increases Effectiveness of Anti-Depressants

Posted on :  September 15, 2022

This exciting new research provides a strategy to improve the response to anti-depressant medication through a better omega-3 fat index and omega-6 to omega-3 fat ratio present in the blood. The best source of omega 3 is seafood, especially salmon, sardines, mackerel and oysters followed by flaxseeds, chia seeds and walnuts.

The Importance of Calcium in Pregnancy

Posted on :  August 16, 2022

Consuming enough calcium plays an important role in promoting health and wellbeing through all stages of life, but is especially important during pregnancy.

Nutrient Essentials in a Low Carbohydrate Diet

Posted on :  August 10, 2022

There are several health reasons to follow a low carbohydrate diet. One reason is weight loss. Low carbohydrate diets differ in the levels of carbohydrates considered ideal. There is no universal amount of carbohydrates to classify a diet as low in carbohydrates.

Iodine may reduce COVID symptoms

Posted on :  July 27, 2022

The need for iodine in our diet is transparently clear and may reduce COVID Symptoms. The known protective methods to help reduce the transmission and severity of symptoms of COVID-19 still stand. This research serves as an additional component to consider and incorporate into your lifestyle, which may add additional protection against the severity of infection and rate of transmission of COVID-19. 

The MIND Diet

Posted on :  July 19, 2022

A whole diet approach to optimise your overall health and wellbeing is key. If you are seeking a whole diet approach that helps promote brain health and reduce your risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, it is worth considering the MIND diet.

Whey Protein post heart failure diagnosis

Posted on :  July 14, 2022

Including 30g of whey protein post heart disease diagnosis may promote endothelium and smooth muscle repair and function. Before taking any supplement, it is recommended to first evaluate your diet and see if it is balanced.

Healthy thyroid healthy heart

Posted on :  July 6, 2022

by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist The saying that everything in your body is linked is true... Read More