by Bev Walton | Mar 18, 2021 | Diet & Nutrition
Published March 18, 2021 The word ‘vitamin’ is a pretty familiar one – we’ve all heard it many times. But what actually are they? The answer is a surprisingly interesting one: they are ‘essential micronutrients’ – that is to say, organic molecules that our...
by Bev Walton | Mar 15, 2021 | Diet & Nutrition
Published Mar 15, 2021 Explore the differences between probiotics vs prebiotics and learn how these nutrients can keep your digestive system balanced and healthy. It’s easy to take the gut for granted but it plays a central role in our day-to-day lives, processing the...
by Bev Walton | Mar 8, 2021 | Diet & Nutrition
Published Mar 8, 2021 What are the best vitamins and minerals to take while pregnant – and why? Find out how to make sure your baby gets the best possible start in life. Pregnancy is where it all begins. Every one of us began as a cluster of reduplicating cells...
by Bev Walton | Feb 22, 2021 | Diet & Nutrition
Published Feb 22, 2021 Many people struggle to properly digest eggs. But just what are the symptoms of egg intolerance and what makes them different to an allergic reaction? For many of us, eggs are a tasty breakfast staple and hearty baking standby. But for some less...
by Bev Walton | Feb 12, 2021 | Diet & Nutrition
Published Feb 12, 2021 Just what is lactose and why is avoiding this natural milk sugar sometimes the best thing you can do for your health? When most people think of milk they picture a white liquid in bottles and cartons, ready to pour onto their breakfast cereal or...
by Bev Walton | Feb 12, 2021 | Diet & Nutrition
Published Feb 12, 2021 Intolerances to food are a major source of everyday misery for many. Although the exact percentage of the population to suffer from food intolerance is disputed, there’s no doubt that the problem is widespread, and growing. First, a note...