So,Calcium is a very important nutrient for the normal development and maintenance of our bones. As a result, 99% of the body’s calcium is stored in the bones and teeth. However, the remaining 1% distributed in the body is responsible for a wide range of other health benefits. These include the ...
5 Reasons to Drink More Water
Water is one of the most vital nutrients that is crucial for our health and wellbeing. Although water has various functions in the body, here are five reasons to meet water requirements. 1.Energy Levels and Brain Function Staying hydrated has a critical effect on energy levels, brain function ...
Top 5 Tips to Reduce Stress
With today’s fast pace and busy society, stress effects each and every one of us. There are different types of stress but today we will talk about lifestyle stress. A little bit of stress can be good, and often motivating. However, if we do not manage our stress levels, we can suffer from chronic ...
Top 5 Tips for Managing Reflux
Have you been experiencing chest discomfort, heartburn and indigestion after you eat a meal? Well these could be signs of gastric reflux, also known as gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD). The most common cause of gastric reflux is when the lower oesophageal sphincter relaxes allowing the ...
Low FODMAP Christmas
Yes, that’s right Christmas is right around the corner! For some Christmas Day can be a stressful time, thinking about what foods will be provided and what you will be able to eat. So, to help you de-stress here are 5 areas to consider to help enjoy a low FODMAP Christmas. The 3 S’s: Seasoning, ...
FODMAP Reintroduction
Have you been on the FODMAP diet for a while now and although you may be feeling much better than before, you are hesitant to start FODMAP reintroduction? While it seems obvious to slowly reintroduce foods that you have restricted back into your diet, FODMAP reintroduction is often forgotten about. ...