Start the new year with a healthier regime

January 14th, 2009

Forget the extreme detox diets, start 2009 with a healthier regime that will keep you fit and healthy all year round…here are ten top diet tips to get you started this New Year;
1. Keep hydrated! The best way to flush out the Christmas excesses is to drink lots of water.
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Food & Mood - The Afternoon Show

January 8th, 2009

I was invited to speak about what foods can affect our mood and thought some of the tips might be useful….if you are eeling a little low? this article will help to give you some dietary tips to help imporve your mood….
What many people do not realise is that despite depression being thought of as [...]

December 31st, 2008

All information posted on this site is of a general nature only. If you have any specific dietary or medical issues always contact your GP or dietitian.

Energy Boosting Foods - The Afternoon Show

November 17th, 2008

How many of us feel drained in the evenings or ready for a nap mid-afternoon? Many of us regularly complain ablout feeling tired but few of us realise that our diets maybe effecting our energy levels…The Afternoon Show invited me to chat about which foods can help boost our moods…
Eating or drinking certain things [...]

Farmers Health

November 15th, 2008

I recently was invited to the Listowel Food Fair where I had a great time. I was invited to meet with the local farming community and was filmed with Ear to the Ground. We focussed on heart health in farmers during the day and then that evening I co-presented a healthy eating presentation with Prof. Wall to the general public. It was a really enjoyable few days and I look forward to visiting Listowel again soon…

Shopping on a Budget

September 15th, 2008

With lots of talk about doom and gloom and recession I thought a few healthy diet tips on a budget maybe useful…read on to see how you can maintain a healthy diet without stretching the purse strings.
The shopping basket during the height of the Irish economy saw some new sophisticated additions; fresh coffee beans, expensive [...]

Weaning your baby - The Afternoon Show

May 17th, 2008

Weaning Your Baby can be a daunting experience…but here are a few tips to guide you
Introducing solids into your baby’s diet is a vital step in ensuring all their nutritional needs are met, therefore allowing adequate growth and development. Many parents worry about when the best time is to start weaning as there is so [...]

Nutrition in Pregnancy - The Afternoon Show

May 17th, 2008

Being pregnant is definately a time to focus on nutrition. I did this for the Afternoon Show last May and again this January. Hopefully it helps you along….
Pregnancy is such a magical and exciting time for a woman. One of the most important factors during this time is our diet. During pregnancy a baby will [...]

Memory Nutritional Tips - The Afternoon Show Brain Academy

January 17th, 2008

In January 2008 I worked with 10 volunteers on the Afternoon Show where we tried to improve their memory. Here are some memory nutritional tips that we gave the volunteers;
1. Include at least 5 portions of fruits and vegetables per day and ensure that you have a variety of
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Can food affect our mood?…Absolutely.

January 15th, 2008

 
Many of us underestimate the impact of what we eat on our health, energy levels, motivation and mood. Think about it…how often do you choose to eat something ‘nice’ to make you feel better? Why it is that sweets and chocolates are so comforting? We’ve all witnessed how a sweet can placate a child and [...]