*Breaking News - Toddlers snacks nothing more than a pile of sugar
Parents buying fruit snacks for kids do so out of convenience and the pressure to give their kids a treat. These are two myths worth breaking. Use these times as an opportunity to educate kids about why you eat what you eat and how this makes them feel.
Weight Loss - fact + fiction
The struggle is real, whether you are fighting with hormones as you age, trying to beat the genes you’ve been given or becoming overwhelmed with all the contradictory ‘facts’ and an endless list of do’s and don’ts. The worst part of weight management is feeling like you’re battling against something you can’t control. You’ve got this … with a few simple steps.
IBS - part two
Key nutrition strategies for managing IBS.
IBS - part one
Bloating, pain, constipation, and diarrhea — symptoms you’re more than likely to have been suffering from for some time now. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can be debilitating, sucking the joy and energy out of your day. Even if you’ve only had a short time you can feel tired all the time and very sensitive to any reactions in your gut.
Celebrating client success
I love it when clients get great results using food. With Gary, we’ve been focussing on reducing pre-diabetic markers and improving the discomfort of osteoarthritis by decreasing the glycemic load of the diet which also happens to limit foods that cause inflammation. Watch the video of Gary and I discussing how he felt before, during and after the experience
Protein powders are a hot topic. Should you be having protein powder?
Protein rich products and diets have become popular. Protein intake can be a divisive topic, with disagreements surrounding ideal intake levels, types, and quality. The picture has been made more complex with the mainstream use of ‘protein powders’ and an Instagram style advocation for their use in daily life.