A Healthy Plate

Do you know what a ‘Healthy Plate’ is?  A healthy plate contains all the important nutrients your body needs to…

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Apple Cider Vinegar

Have you been wondering whether apple cider vinegar could benefit your health?  Or, perhaps you already incorporate ACV in your…

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Are you always hungry?

Are you constantly thinking about food? Struggling with cravings? Here are some tips to help you control your appetite: Eat…

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Breakfast… yes or no?

Is Breakfast really the most important meal of the day?  Yes.  And, no. ‘You can’t go to school on an…

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Carbs – do you need to eat them?

My 13 year-old niece visited me and for breakfast, I offered unsweetened natural Greek yoghurt with nuts, seeds, coconut shavings…

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Carbs: Ts & Cs

There are good carbs and bad carbs. Carbs should be limited to less than 30% of daily calories. If you…

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Case Study: The Hidden Risks of Under-fuelling in Young Athletes

When “Dehydration” Wasn’t the Whole Story Meet Alex, a 16-year-old triathlete with huge potential.  He was training hard for the…

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Case Study: Why Under-fuelling Could Be Holding You Back From Your Ultra-Marathon Goals

Meet Sarah, a 38-year-old accountant, mother of two lively kids, and a determined recreational athlete.  She came to see me…

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Counting Calories – yes or no?

Do you believe counting calories is useful for weight loss?  Do you plan your meals with calories in mind?  You…

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Do you believe eating fat is Healthy?

Did you know that fat is an essential nutrient that has important functions in your body?  You NEED to eat…

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Do you understand the role of Minerals in your body?

Minerals are naturally occurring substances that your body needs for various functions. Here is a list of the most common…

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Fat – Does it make you fat?

I used to be petrified of fat. For years, I would refuse to eat anything containing even a trace of…

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Fats: T’s & C’s

Do you understand Fat Metabolism? For a long time scientists believed that eating fat caused many health problems. Now, we…

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Hidden Sugars

One of my patients sent me a photo of balsamic vinegar the other day.  She was so excited to share…

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High fat or high carb? Which diet helps you feel fuller for longer?

Watch to learn why a high-carb diet may not be what you need if you want to feel fuller for…

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Juicing vs Smoothies

What’s the best way to enjoy fresh fruit and veg?  Have you thought about whether juicing offers more health benefits…

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Protein: how much do we need?

A patient came to see me.  Lovely lady.  Mother of 4 young kids.  She was experiencing sudden episodes of extreme…

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Protein: How much do you need?

A patient came to see me.  Lovely lady.  Mother of 4 young kids.  She was experiencing sudden episodes of extreme…

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Protein: T’s & C’s

Proteins are large molecules made up of smaller units called amino acids. There are 8 essential amino acids – they…

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Should you do a Food Elimination?

A Food Elimination can be a powerful tool to discover whether foods you eat are causing you to feel unwell.…

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