Blog
Ward Nutrition Dietitians cover a variety of Nutrition related areas. Here are some of our blogs for you to read.
Popular Diet Trends: Juice Plus+
Chances are you have heard of the popular health company, Juice Plus+ but what exactly is this diet trend? What does the research say? And is it worth your money? In this blog we break it down.
Are Artificial Sweeteners Safe?
Artificial sweeteners are used due to their intensely sweet qualities. This means a food will only need a fraction of the sweetener compared to amount of sugar to achieve the same sweetness, reducing calorie content. Are they safe? What does the research suggest?
The Ins and Outs of Coeliac Disease
1 in 70 Australians have Coeliac Disease but 4 out of 5 remain undiagnosed. Have you ever wondered what it is, how it is diagnosed and who is at risk?
The LOW FODMAP Diet:
FODMAP UPDATE: Grapes and Strawberries Retested – What does this mean for me?
Regular testing of foods is required to ensure the FODMAP content of foods are accurate. Grapes and strawberries are common foods that some people reported discomfort and IBS symptoms after the consumption of these fruits. Find out why?
Food and Mood – How diet quality can influence mental health
The way you eat can Impact on not only your physical health, but also your mental health. read our most recent blog on the research behind eating healthy to improve your mood, with links to the research THE SMILES trial for further information
Cutting Carbs From Your Diet? Must Read This First!!
Are you thinking of going carb free tohelp with weight loss? maybe your should read this first to understand the pros and cons cutting our carbohydrates in your diet to lose weight.
Which Pregnancy Supplements Do You Need?
Are you confused about what and if you need prenatal supplements. Then read this blog for some handy tips of what vitamins and minerals are important preconception and during pregnancy
I have Iron Deficiency and Im Pregnancy - HELP!
During pregnancy our iron requirements do increase 2-3 times normal levels. Often Anemia is diagnosed in the second or third trimester. Read these simple tips to try and prevent iron deficiency when pregnant and try and improve your babies iron stores once born.
Is Dieting Doing You More Harm Than Good?
Have You Tried Mindful Eating?
Mindful eating is a relatively new way of looking at food. Unlike restrictive diets, mindful eating isn’t a focus on numbers like your weight, calories, carbs or anything else. It’s a practice in which the only focus is your food and your feelings. Mindful eating is the opposite of a very commonly reported problem, known as ‘mindless eating’ or ‘distracted eating’.
5 Ways to Promote POSITIVE EATING HABITS in Children
Kids constantly observe and follow what they see and hear around them. So, it’s important that we demonstrate healthy eating habits and behaviours around the little ones in our lives. Establishing a positive relationship with food early in children’s lives increases the chance of these healthy habits following them into adulthood and will help prevent the likelihood of developing eating disorders and chronic diseases such as diabetes and obesity. Eating well will also help kids function at their very best in day-to-day life! Click here for our 5 tips promote positive healthy food habits in children!!
How to Combat Heart Burn During Pregnancy?
Are you suffering with heart burn during pregnacy. Ward Nutrition has 3 top tips to help reduce your heart burn when pregnant
Should I Give My Baby Infant Probiotics?
Are you wondering what probiotics are? and whether this is something you need to be giving your baby. This blog explores the pros and cons of probiotics in infants and why they could be beneficial for some children.
How to Recognise a Eating Disorder
What’s The Fuss About Fibre?
Fibre… what is all the fuss???. Learn what fibre is and why it is important? Also tips on how to add it to your diet to improve your health!
We are Nuts about Nuts?
Wanting to know what type of nuts are best for you ? how much to eat? Well check out this blog from Ward Dietitian on ‘ All about nuts ‘
Could You Be Lactose Intolerant?
Everything you ever wanted to know about lactose intolerance? Do you have it? what you can eat? how to replace your lactose in your diet? Can you eat cheese?
Nutrition for Disabilities
Living with a disabilities can impact on your nutritional status. This blog, but our Diabilities Dietitian; Courtney Pearce, looks at how a dietitian can help those improve their quality life through nutrition.
Top Tips for Healthy Eating and Catering Over Christmas ?😊
Tips to beat the Christmas Bulge and Healthy Catering Ideas over the Festive Season