NEWtricion Wellness Dieticians

20/11/2018

As the age of technology and medicine advance, we are finding more and more people are living longer and an increased lifespan come issues that need to be addressed. One such issue is the increased risk of malnutrition in the elderly. Read more about it below:

As the age of technology and medicine advance, we are finding more and more people are living longer and an increased lifespan come issues that need to be addressed. One such issue is the increased risk of malnutrition in the elderly. Most elderly have a reduced appetite and other difficulties when....

14/11/2018

Sugar is everywhere around us...Who can resist a cup of hot chocolate or a glass of milkshake, or even that chocolate in the shopping isle? World Diabetes Day is celebrated yearly on the 14th November to raise Diabetes awareness. With the prevalence of diabetes increasing dramatically, it is appropriate to discuss one topic… SUGAR!

Who can resist an ice cream or that chocolate in the shopping isle? Today is World Diabetes Day, so what better to look at than the topic of SUGAR.

07/11/2018

Iron deficiency anaemia is the most common type of anaemia. What is it and what can we do about it? Read more about it by clicking on the link:

Anaemia is a deficiency in red blood cells, which supply our body tissue with oxygen. Iron deficiency anaemia is the most common type of anaemia.

01/11/2018

The word cholesterol strikes fear in the hearts of many. It usually means that the doctor will be starting you on a course of medication or you will need to go onto a new diet which restricts you from eating all your favourite foods. But did you know that whether you are young or old, fit or unfit, every person has cholesterol in their bodies and it’s not all bad. Read more about it below:

The word cholesterol strikes fear in the hearts of many. Cholesterol may increase your risk of having a heart attack or a stroke.

17/10/2018

Obesity is worldwide epidemic not only in adults but also in children. In order to combat this many follow fad diets to lose weight. Read more about the negative aspect of this below:

Obesity is worldwide epidemic not only in adults but also in children, leading to increased prevalence of diabetes, heart diseases and cancer.

11/10/2018

As promised have a read about the importance of breakfast and why we recommend you start your day off with nutrition

The aim of this year’s nutrition week is to encourage citizens of our country to eat regular meals starting with breakfast.

09/10/2018

Today is the start of National Nutrition and Obesity Week and it's all about how you start your day... Breakfast of course. You may wonder why breakfast is so important, well our next blog will give you the answers...
Have a good day!😀

28/09/2018

Gestational diabetes (GDM) is high blood sugar levels in pregnant women who have not had diabetes prior to pregnancy and is linked to obesity in children. Read more on it below:

13/09/2018

“I love having fussy eater and making more than one meal at dinner time” said no mother ever. Apart from this being frustrating for the family, fussy eating can have health consequences on your child. Fussy eaters and picky eaters are part of a broad spectrum of feeding difficulties in children. It can be defined as a child who is hesitant to eat or try new foods. Read more about it on our website

“I love having fussy eater and making more than one meal at dinner time” said no mother ever. Apart from this being frustrating for the family, fussy eating can have health consequences on your child. Your child may not be getting enough nutrients which can affect their growth and brain developm...

06/09/2018

Spring is officially here!! And what better way to start it than with new goals, maybe even those New Year's Resolutions that you have forgotten about. Read the article below for some tips on how to spring clean your diet...

Spring has finally arrived! A perfect time for a new start with getting rid of all those bad eating habits we have accumulated throughout the year.

29/08/2018

Something to make you chuckle...Food is always number one!
But on a more serious note, spring is coming up and we need the lunges, crunches AND the lunch😋😜
Have a great day!

28/08/2018

Are you looking for a tasty meal that is quick, easy and packed full of flavour and nutritious veggies? Have a look at this:

This is a tasty dinner meal that is quick, easy and packed full of flavour and nutritious veggies.