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Study: Omega-3s May Prevent Dementia
Jun 15, 2012
Nutritionists and dietitians have been aware of the health benefits of Omega-3 fatty acids since at least the 1970s, when studies of cultures who regularly or primarily eat fish containing Omega-3s showed that they rarely suffered cardiovascular disease.Cooking With Coconut Flour: The Health Benefits
Jun 01, 2012
Thanks in part to the popularity of the Paleo diet and in part to our increasing awareness of the importance of natural, unprocessed foods, coconut flour recipes are the "flavour of the month" in health food blogs and cookbooks. First recommended...Boost Your Health with Green Juicing
May 25, 2012
The importance of green food and green juicing cannot be stressed enough. Our parents were on the right track when they undertook the painstaking job of persuading us to eat our greens. Back in those days, there was not as much research into the...Study: Red Meat Increases Risk of Dying Young
May 04, 2012
In Western societies, red meat is often associated with robust good health. This assumption has been challenged by many dietitians and other health care professionals over the years as well as vegetarians, but in the majority of households, meat remains...How Much Artificially Sweetened Food Do We Eat?
Apr 30, 2012
As people switch on to the negative effects of too much sugar, they turn to artificial sweeteners to fill their sweet craving. Food manufacturers seek to substitute sugar with artificial sweeteners. As consumers, we can see the rise in this trend by...What is Pea Protein & Why is Pea Protein Good For You?
Apr 25, 2012
There is definitely a struggle among vegans and vegetarians on how they find ways to nourish their bodies with enough protein to sustain their modern lifestyle. Despite legumes are helpful in your diet, there is a difficulty on how the body digests...How Healthy is Our Fruit and Veg?
Mar 20, 2012
When you unpack the weekly fruit and veg shop, are you left wondering how healthy it all is? Intensive farming methods and the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides have become the norm, as we demand perfectly formed, unblemished specimens with...Should Sugar Be Regulated?
Mar 12, 2012
To suggest that sugar should be regulated in the same way that alcohol and tobacco are regulated sounds like a radical proposal. However, many concerned scientists are suggesting exactly that. Is it just a case of "Big Brother" telling us what to do...Healthy Eating Tips from a Nutritionist
Mar 06, 2012
Self Improvement, increased physical endurance, improved mental abilities - these are all current fascinations that show no signs of fading. Food and nutrition analysts and practitioners see a spike in food trends that offer health benefits, as some...New Draft National Guidelines for Healthy Eating
Feb 25, 2012
The new 2012 Dietary Guidelines for Australians provides evidence based nutritional information and guidelines for people age 7 months and beyond. It is published by a sector of the government of Australia called The National Health and Medical Research...Guide to Going Off Sugar
Feb 24, 2012
As we scamper our way to the corner bakery, one question is on our minds, will it be a warm chocolate croissant or will it be a sweet apple danish? Mmmm…that is the question. Our heart races at the thought, we feel a hit of adrenaline, could it be...Managing Meningitis with Nutrition
Jan 25, 2012
Meningitis is the inflammation of the meninges, which are the thin membranes surrounding the spinal cord and brain. Meningitis is caused by a viral or a bacterial infection. However, more common cases are found to be caused by viruses. Bacterial meningitis...Food for Thought: Can Nutrition Improve Memory?
Jan 11, 2012
Our bodies are made up of millions of cells. These cells function efficiently and effectively using the energy they obtain from food. The same rule of thumb applies for the cells in our brain. They feed off the food we eat for proper functioning. Nutrition...Why Sugar Makes You Tired
Jan 10, 2012
Do you reach for a candy bar looking for a "sugar rush" to give you a burst of energy only to discover that it makes you feel even more tired than before you ate it? This is a common and natural reaction that many people are not aware of and one that...New Study: Prunes Prevent Osteoporosis
Jan 09, 2012
The more scientists study the causes of age-related illnesses, the more it seems they discover the vital role the foods we eat can play in preventive medicine. It has been well-documented that osteoporosis particularly affects post-menopausal women, but...Video: Exploring Naturopathy
Jan 06, 2012
Ever wanted to explore the healing power of nature? Here, NTPagesTV's Melanie Alexander interviews naturopath Leah Hechtman for an insight into the modality. Watch this clip to learn more about: What modalities does naturopathy draw on? What is...A Day in the Life of a Nutritionist
Jan 04, 2012
Being a nutritionist, my world centres around food. Not only with the clients I see, but with myself, my family and my friends (much to the dismay of some!). My philosophy is "Food as Medicine". I feel in the world we live in today, a world that...Eating Well Over Christmas: A Holiday Diet Guide
Dec 20, 2011
That time of year again! Where does the time go? As we decorate the Christmas tree, fill the stockings and think about our Christmas meal, the last thing on our mind is usually "What to prepare that is healthy and full of goodness." Well, at the...Why Women Need Calcium
Dec 16, 2011
Calcium is a mineral important to everyone, especially women. Calcium plays an important role in bone health. The body stores most of the calcium that it consumes in bones and teeth, while some of it is stored in blood and the tissues of your body. Our...What is Oat Milk?
Dec 15, 2011
Many naturopaths and dietitians recommend oat milk as an alternative to dairy milk for lactose intolerant persons, vegans and others who wish to avoid dairy products. What is oat milk and why is it considered to be a healthy alternative? What is Oat...
