Selenium

by | Feb 27, 2020 | Uncategorized, Vitamins and Minerals

Selenium Overview Selenium is an important and essential micronutrient – that plays a role in a number of functions in the body. Roles Selenium is involved in: Reproduction Brain function and thyroid hormone production DNA production Immunity Protection against...

Micronutrients – Vitamin C & Iron

by | Feb 17, 2020 | Vitamins and Minerals

Vitamin C Vitamin C – also known as ascorbic acid, can be found in: broccoli, cauliflower, kale, kiwi, bell peppers, sweet potato, strawberries, tomatoes, oranges & orange juice. It is important that w get enough in our diet because it is required for :...

Dietary fibre – why should I be eating it?

by | Feb 13, 2020 | Uncategorized

Many of us do not eat enough fibre. The recommended intakes for adults is 30 grams per day, and between 15 – 25 grams per day for children. On average, we are getting less than 20 grams per day. Why is it important? Dietary fibre has been consumed for many...

Food and Nutrition Labels

by | Feb 5, 2020 | Food Labels

Food Labels Reading food labels can be confusing – but being able to understand the information that is provided on them can be helpful to you, helping you make healthy and nutritious choices. In the UK, it is a requirement for pre-packaged foods to show...

Micronutrients – Zinc

by | Feb 2, 2020 | Nutrients

  Zinc Zinc is a nutrient that is involved in many body functions including: 1 Energy production 2 Reproduction 3 Cell growth, repair and maintenance 4 Immunity It can be found in: meat, milk, cheese, eggs, shellfish, wholegrain cereals, nuts and pulses. How much...

Omega-3

by | Jan 29, 2020 | Nutrients

Omega-3 Omega-3’s cannot be made by the body, so this shows us the importance that we include them in our diet! If you didn’t already know, oily fish contains Omega-3 fats. Oily fish include: herring, salmon, sardines, trout, mackarel, anchovies. Some...