Irritable Bowel Syndrome or IBS as it is known for short is the term used to describe uncomfortable symptoms of bloating, cramping, wind, diarrhoea and/or constipation. Because these can also be symptoms of other conditions, the diagnosis should only be made after ruling out other conditions such as coeliac disease, crohn’s disease, and ulcerative colitis…
This recipe comes with thanks to Marion’s Kitchen via the delightful Susan Williams, who tells us again and again that food is all about enjoyment. Thanks Susan, and you might also like to check out our Spring Newsletter for another of Susan’s cooking suggestions. This dish is light enough but deliciously warming for this time of…
Susan Williams, Accredited Dietitian and Health Counsellor participated in a Facebook Forum recently with our amazing community. The content was of such a high quality, that we wanted it to be available to everyone. Hi Susan, I’m having trouble getting my weight down even though I eat healthy foods and I don’t have large portions.…
I’ve confessed before that I have a terrible habit of eavesdropping on people’s conversations – not all conversations; that would be rude, just the diet related ones. Believe me there are enough of those to keep my flapping ears busy!! I was in a foodcourt last week and a father and son were sitting near…
Don’t we love a secret? Or even better a conspiracy!! I think this is why we’ve become so enamoured with “superfoods” or “evil” ingredients that we must quit. So at the risk of bringing down the wrath of the Internet conspiracy theorists I am prepared to expose the secret to eating well. Are you sitting…
The question was asked recently do young basketballers need sports drinks? We asked Accredited Practising Dietitian and Health Coach Susan Williams. The short answer is: