by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist You are not alone if your child has been diagnosed with Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It is estimated that one in twenty children have this mental health disorder. ADHD is characterised by above normal levels of hyperactivity, impulsive behaviours and difficulty focusing on a single […]
by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist If you walk past canned fish in your supermarket to the fresh because you believe canned is inferior in quality and nutrition, then you need to read on. This blog debunks four common myths about canned tuna which may not only save you money but also […]
by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist Having strong bones is essential for you to be able to move your body, bones also support the impact of this movement. Thirdly, bones protect your organs like your brain and heart. Around 942,000 Australians have osteoporosis or weakened and porous bones. It is not just […]
by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist Have you ever considered the meal you just consumed has immediate effects on the health and function of your body? When you eat, the effects of breaking down the meal causes an inflammation in your body called postprandial inflammation or post-meal inflammation. The composition of […]
by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) is the most common type of fatty liver disease worldwide. NAFLD puts you at greater risk of other diseases such as heart disease and can progress to more serious conditions such as non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and cancer. NAFLD is increasing at […]
by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist Are you one of the many confused by what foods cause inflammation? There are many ‘experts’ selling their opinion but unfortunately, these opinions are often not backed up by science. It is time to clear up fact from fiction of 4 common myths on inflammation. […]
by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist The western world is an obesogenic environment with many factors working against your ability to maintain a healthy weight. While you may not have control over many of these factors there are lifestyle choices that can improve your ability to abstain from the many temptations in […]
by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist If you are one of the 1.6 million people in Australia who have been told you have high cholesterol you may think that cholesterol is always bad. What you may not know is that you need cholesterol for a healthy body. Cholesterol forms the main structure […]
by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist Hormones are vital to your health. They change at different stages of your life for example from puberty to adulthood as well as in response to external influences like stress. Hormones are also vital for your body to function optimally like maintaining a healthy weight and […]
by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australian men and the third most common cause of cancer death. An overall healthy and balanced diet such as the Mediterranean diet is critical to reducing your risk of prostate cancer. The Mediterranean diet includes fruit and […]
by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist Avocado is a trendy fruit and is often seen smashed on toast. Stand out from the crowd with these seafood recipes. Your body will reap additional health benefits from the quality seafood provided by Safcol Seafood which include: Omega-3 fat for a healthy heart Iron for […]
by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist Nutrition plays an important role to support your health in many ways, not just achieving your ultimate summer body. Optimal nutrition can reduce your risk of many diseases and conditions. Endometriosis is when the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus and this reproductive tissue […]
