Nutrition

What we eat plays a fundamental role in our health. Our Nutritional Therapists are here to help. Find trusted, expert advice to help you make healthier choices and read inspirational life stories in these nutrition articles. 

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If your children refuse to eat certain foods, you’re not alone. Here's some of the most common reasons for fussy eating.

Updated: Wednesday 13 February 2019

Published: Wednesday 15 February 2017

Fuel some extra swoosh on your ski trip with these strength and energy-boosting tips from nutritional therapist Mary Cotter.

Updated: Tuesday 5 February 2019

Published: Tuesday 5 February 2019

Lunch should provide around a third of your child’s nutrient intake so it’s important to make it healthy and balanced. Get the kids involved with this fun and healthy recipe.

Updated: Friday 14 December 2018

Published: Monday 16 November 2015

This easy-to-prepare mackerel salad packed full of omega-3 fats is a perfect staple for joint health.

Updated: Friday 14 December 2018

Published: Thursday 25 February 2016

With so much conflicting advice floating about, it's hard to know what nutrition guidance will actually help boost your fertility. Nutritional Therapist Nicola Wyatt goes back to basics with this simple guide.

Updated: Friday 14 December 2018

Published: Thursday 14 April 2016

Finding the right things to eat as part of a balanced, enriching diet is a daily struggle for millions. In our hectic lives we seldom stop to think about what the best choices are when it comes to meals.

Updated: Friday 14 December 2018

Published: Thursday 30 June 2016

Filled with vitamin E this recipe will give a welcome, and tasty, boost to your immune system.

Updated: Tuesday 15 May 2018

Published: Monday 19 October 2015

With step-by-step instructions this seven-day meal planner offers delicious, healthy recipes from around the globe for a colourful and tasty week of food.

Updated: Friday 6 April 2018

Published: Thursday 7 January 2016

Popcorn is a great source of wholegrain, antioxidants and fibre. Nutritional Therapist Mary Cotter explains why adding coconut makes this simple recipe even better.

Updated: Thursday 7 December 2017

Published: Tuesday 29 March 2016

Suffering from poor digestion can be a miserable experience. You may be experiencing symptoms of bloating, diarrhoea, constipation or gas, which can make life very uncomfortable.

Updated: Monday 4 December 2017

Published: Friday 19 June 2015

This flavour-packed, gluten-free recipe is full of nutrients to support your immune system, reduce inflammation and encourage general good health.

Updated: Wednesday 4 October 2017

Published: Monday 18 July 2016

Providing a nutritious lunch for your children needn't be difficult. Our guide to building a balanced lunch box will make it easier to feed your children well.

Updated: Wednesday 20 September 2017

Published: Monday 14 September 2015

If you’re expecting a bundle of joy and are unsure about your diet, read on – Nutritional Therapist Tracey Strudwick guides you through nine months of optimum eating for you and your developing baby.

Updated: Friday 23 June 2017

Published: Tuesday 26 July 2016

Omega 3 and calcium are key ingredients for balancing female hormones. When it’s that time of the month, Nutritional Therapist Lisa Holmes recommends this tasty sardine pâté rich in both nutrients.

Updated: Wednesday 14 September 2016

Published: Tuesday 10 May 2016

Feed your skin and brain with nutrients from this mackerel recipe that is packed with omega-3 fatty acids.

Updated: Monday 15 August 2016

Published: Thursday 7 January 2016

Preparing your diet before having bariatric surgery will minimise the risks of complications, maximise weight loss and help you break bad eating habits to optimise your chances of long-term success. Tracey Strudwick explains how.

Updated: Friday 5 August 2016

Published: Tuesday 1 March 2016

From fad diets to targeting fat with exercise, our expert panel answered your questions on weight management. Find out what advice they had for reaching and maintaining a healthy weight.

Updated: Wednesday 30 March 2016

Published: Friday 15 January 2016

When it comes to matters of the heart, food is a great ally. This steamy mussels recipe is not only good for sharing, but fantastic for maintaining a healthy heart too.

Updated: Wednesday 10 February 2016

Published: Wednesday 10 February 2016

This simple recipe combines lots of seasonal produce and highlights those simple, fresh flavours and colours.

Updated: Wednesday 27 January 2016

Published: Wednesday 26 August 2015