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Healthy Eating and getting rid of that Belly Fat.

This is a question that many of us worry about and are desperate to improve! Having a large waist measurement can indicate that you have too much visceral/internal fat and are putting your health at risk. Visceral fat is a type of body fat that is stored within your abdominal cavity. It is found near […]

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The Importance of fats in Sports Nutrition

It is very easy to think that by cutting calories/fats, we can lose weight and run faster. However, we need to grasp the concept of our body as a machine that needs proper fuelling to run efficiently. When dealing with younger female athletes in particular; I am struck by the desire to reduce the amount […]

Plant-based diet

What is a Plant-based diet? Making the transition.

There has recently been a great deal of media focus on sustainable eating and how the meat and dairy industry are a major contributor to greenhouse emissions. It therefore makes sense to explore a reduction in our consumption of animal-based foods and instead choose a wide range of plant foods to benefit not just our […]

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Type 2 Diabetes and controlling blood sugars

Diabetes is the 7th leading cause of death. Living with diabetes is the leading cause of: • Blindness • Lower Limb amputations • Heart Disease • Kidney failure • Early death.   Weight-Loss If you are overweight and want to reduce your risk of developing type two diabetes, then working with a Registered Nutritionist may […]

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‘Shed before you Wed!’ Pre-Wedding Weight-loss.

Do you need some guidance on how to get in shape before your wedding day? Many women see their wedding day as the most important day of their lives. With wedding dresses more revealing than in previous years looking your best is essential. You may be focused on the wedding cake, the rings or flowers […]

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Sports Nutrition and Supplements to Enhance your Performance

What you eat and the supplements you take, could determine your next sporting performance. This of course depends on the gender, age and the sport that you take part in. Different people have varying dietary needs. Dietary supplements are used for sports nutrition by athletes worldwide and studies indicate that elite athletes use them the […]

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Nutrition and Mental Health

Your nutrition plays a key role in the onset, severity and duration of depression, including daily mood swings – your mental health. Many of the same food patterns that precede depression are the same food patterns that occur during depression. These patterns may include skipping meals, poor appetite, and a desire for sweets. It is […]

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Improve your Nutrition as you Age!

When we age, there are many changes including nutrient deficiencies and inadequate dietary intake that can have a profound impact on our nutritional status. This can start to exacerbate the decline in physiological and psychological functions that occur as we age. Studies indicate that many older people produce less stomach acid. Low stomach acid can […]

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Special Occasion Coming Up?

Are you determined to look good and feel good for a special occasion in a few months or even weeks? Perhaps a friend’s wedding or a school reunion? Maybe a holiday? Before it’s too late, let me help you on the right track! I can help you find the diet that is right for you. […]