by Caroline | Jul 14, 2019 | Blog, Cancer journey, Nutrition
I have always preferred to use a natural approach to health, something that I’ve increasingly come to believe in with my naturopathic nutrition training. Whilst this is not meant as an exhaustive list of complementary options, I thought some may find it helpful if I...
by Caroline | Jan 9, 2019 | Cancer journey, Health & Wellness, Nutrition
Given I am studying nutrition, diet is pretty important to me! I was already a healthy eater when I got my diagnosis, but I have taken this to another level since. Whilst I am clearly at one end of a spectrum here, I want to share the focus and fundamentals of my...
by Caroline | Nov 19, 2018 | Blog, Nutrition
Coming up with interesting and healthy meals for babies/ toddlers/ young children every day can be a real challenge. My approach to feeding my son (currently 16 months), is to predominantly feed him the same thing my husband and I have. This saves the hassle of...
by Caroline | May 16, 2018 | Blog, Nutrition
Fats; they’re bad, they’re good, they’re saturated, mono-unsaturated, poly-unsaturated, trans, cis, hydrogenated… the so called “advice” and media around this macronutrient is endless. Confused?! Don’t be, here I give you the low down on what all those labels mean,...
by Caroline | Apr 18, 2018 | Blog, Nutrition
Why we need protein[i] Protein is essential for the growth and maintenance of all body tissues, including muscles, bone, skin and blood. Protein is also needed for the production of hormones and enzymes, for the immune system, and to maintain important balances in the...
by Caroline | Mar 14, 2018 | Blog, Nutrition
Following on from my Essential Guide to Vitamins, here is my guide to minerals; substances equally as important to the body. Like vitamins, minerals must be consumed in the diet. There are many different minerals, a number, known as trace elements, are only found in...
