Health Topics – Nutrition

HOW FOOD CAN AFFECT YOUR MOOD When you’re feeling down, it can be tempting to turn to food to lift your spirits. However, the sugary, high calorie treats that...

​Water is essential! in your diet. It flushes toxins out of your body (via sweat and urine), it keeps your respiratory system moist and plays a role in EVERY...

Sports supplements represent a multi-million-pound industry. Active adults and athletes are often enticed by effective supplement marketing. The promises of...

Protein provides the body with approximately 10 to 15% of its dietary energy and it is the second most abundant compound in the body, following water. A large...

Minerals are important for your body to stay healthy. Your body uses minerals for many different jobs, including keeping your bones, muscles, heart, and brain...

Getting enough fibre is something people don’t think about all that often. Let’s face it: Most of us haven’t a clue how many grams of fibre we’re taking in on...

FATS – THE GOOD, THE BAD AND THE TRUTH We all know that too much of certain fats (saturated in particular) are bad for you and can raise your cholesterol,...

Facts about Carbohydrates   CARBS – GOOD OR BAD? Carbohydrates are the sugars, starches and fibres found in fruits, grains, vegetables, and milk...

Everything you need to know about anti-inflammatory foods Inflammation can be both good and bad. On one hand, it helps your body defend itself from infection...

WHAT CAN VITAMINS DO FOR YOU? 1.     SUPPORT IMMUNITY Good nutrition makes for a durable immune system. Your immune system relies on what you put into your...

What is a Balanced Diet? A balanced diet gives your body all the nutrients it needs to function correctly. A balanced diet is a diet that contains a variety...

WHAT IS A VEGAN DIET? The vegan diet is an eating plan that eliminates all animal products, including meat, fish, eggs, dairy, and honey. People decide to...