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Nutrition is constantly in the media and as Dietitians we endeavour to monitor scientific change and balance it with practical application and the enjoyment of food.
Healthy ways to optimise your Choline intake
Choline is an essential nutrient we hear very little about however it is important for good health and some sectors of our community may need more than others. A healthy diet is important to ensure we get enough. Find out more Read more
Love your liver
Most of us take our liver for granted until something goes wrong. Learn how amazing this organ is at keeping the systems in our body running each day. Understand the risk factors to liver health and where to get help if needed. Read more
Use nutrition knowledge to empower you to a healthier life
How do you learn & where does your nutrition information come from? How much do you eat to stay well & to fund changes in activity levels? What beliefs & attitudes prevent you from making better food choices? Learn more Read more
Are you an emotional eater?
Emotional eating isn’t an eating disorder. It is a dyfunctional relationship with food. Associated with depression, anxiety and binge eating. It is highly addictive, causes ill health, needs to be taken seriously. Here are tips to help. Read more
Healthy Heart Heros
We may feel surprised when a well known athlete dies of heart disease, but this is a disease that affects us all. While the NZ Heart Foundation offers community guidance and education, health promotion comes from within Read more
Are you energy deficient?
Energy deficiency is more common than you may think and can be found in our hospitals, schools and kindergartens, rest homes and on our sports fields. It can affect over and underweight people. Are you at risk? Read more
Thinking of going vegan?
Veganism can be a very healthy lifestyle but there are some important things to know about before deciding that veganism is going to be right for you and will provide sufficient energy to fulfil the life goals you have in mind Read more
Tips to reduce ‘added sugar’ intake for a healthier Christmas
Are you keen to get healthier this Christmas and 2022? Then start by cutting back on ‘added sugar’. Without giving up all carbohydrate there are lots of ways you can control your blood sugar levels. Here’s some tips to help. Read more
