Lowering your cholesterol: first steps – reducing saturated fats What is high cholesterol and why have I got it? Cholesterol is a fatty substance. It is carried around your body in your blood by proteins. These cholesterol and protein bodies…
Iron-Deficiency Anemia Anemia tends to come in two forms- pernicious anaemia and iron deficiency. If you gave pernicious anaemia , it is owning to a lack of intrinsic factor needed to absorb vitamin B12, which is needed for the production…
Optimal nutritional status can support and improve: Allergies Children and allergies – the ADHD epidemic -Autism Ear, nose and throat infections Asthma Sleeping problems and bed -wetting Arthritis Cardiovascular Health Cystitis Chronic fatigue, Low energy Diabetes Digestive Health (Bloating, Constipation, Diarrhoea,…
Could the forgotten hero of nutrition, riboflavin, hold the key to shielding us from sepsis, ischemia, and the very risk of cancer itself? As a nutritionist, I’m referring to riboflavin, as a natural vitamin that provides numerous biological benefits such…
What is pneumonia? Pneumonia is an inflammation of one or both lungs, which is usually caused by an infection. This inflammation causes tiny air sacs (called the aleveoli) inside your lungs to fill with fluid. This makes it harder for…
Vitamine B1 or Thiamine is a water soluble vitamin, which means it is not stored in the body. A member of the B complex family, it is necessary for the functioning of the nervous system. Thiamine is easily destroyed by…
Vitamin A Retinol and beta carotene Retinol is the naturally occurring form of vitamin A, and it is founded mainly in animal product. Beta -carotene, also called “plant” vitamin A, is, in fact, a carotenoid, which is converted into vitamin…
Causes and symptoms of Acne Although most people associate acne with the troublesome teenage years, it can erupt at any age. Fortunately, there are a variety of ways to control outbreaks- no matter how old are you when they occur.…
Dandelion the best natural sources of potassium Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) I would like to introduce one of my favourite herb: dandelion. Don’t weed out your dandelions, embrace them 🙂 Constituents: Glycosides, triterpenoids, choline, up to 5% potassium. Actions: Diuretic, cholagogue, anti-rheumatic,…
What is a portion? Below are some examples of what constitutes 1 portion of each food group. A healthy balanced diet is important for a maintaining good health. It improves general wellbeing, helps with weight management and reduce the risk…