Health & Nutrition

Healthy eating

Balanced diets
Balanced diets:how to plan and create a balanced diet that includes all the necessary nutrients.

Macronutrients and their roles in the body
Macronutrients are essential for the proper functioning of the human body.

Micronutrients, and their roles in the body
Micronutrients are essential nutrients that are required in small amounts for the proper functioning of the human body.

Portion control
how to manage portion sizes to maintain a healthy weight and prevent overeating.

Healthy eating on a budgetHealthy eating on a budget
how to eat healthily without breaking the bank

Healthy eating for children
advice and strategies for parents to ensure their children eat a balanced and healthy diet.

Healthy Eating
A healthy diet improves wellbeing and quality of life, and can reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular diseases

Fibre
Fibre is an essential nutrient that plays a significant role in maintaining good health. It is a type of carbohydrate found in plant foods that the body cannot digest or absorb.

Gastrointestinal

Bloating
Bloating is a common problem when you feel that your belly feels full and or stretched or having cramps, burping or excess gas.

Constipation
After digestion and absorption of foods, remains passes through the colon. In colon water is absorbed from it and what’s left forms stool.

Crohn
Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that affects the digestive tract. The exact cause of the condition is unknown, but it is thought to be a result of a combination of genetic and environmental factors.

Diverticular disease
Diverticular disease occurs when small pouches develop in the lining of the large bowel. If these pockets become inflamed or infected, this is known as diverticulitis.

Gastritis
Gastritis is an inflammation or erosion of the stomach lining which affect the production of protective mucus and causes indigestion symptoms, feeling full and abdominal pain.

Celiac disease
Celiac disease is a chronic autoimmune disorder that affects the small intestine, triggered by the consumption of gluten.

Gastroeso-ophageal reflux disease
GORD is a digestive problem that the stomach contents, including acid, reflux into the esophagus. Diet and nutrition play an important part in its management of GORD.

Healthy eating for Diabetics

Carbohydrate counting
Counting carbohydrates is an effective way for individuals with diabetes to manage their blood sugar levels and plan their meals.

Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates are one of the three macronutrients found in our food, alongside protein and fat. They are an essential source of energy for the body and are broken down into glucose

Diabetes and fibre
Fibre is an important nutrient that plays a key role in a diabetes-friendly diet. Fibre is a type of carbohydrate that is not broken down by the body and therefore does not contribute to blood sugar levels.

Diabetes management
Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects the body’s ability to regulate blood sugar levels. Proper management of diabetes requires a combination of medication, regular physical activity, and a healthy diet.

Regular eating
Snacking can be an important part of a diabetic healthy diet. Choosing healthy snacks that are low in sugar and carbohydrates and high in fibre, protein, and healthy fats can help to regulate blood sugar levels and prevent overeating at mealtime.

The role of fats in diabetes
When it comes to managing diabetes, carbohydrates are often the main focus of dietary recommendations. However, the role of fats in a diabetes diet is equally important.