by Lisa Patient | Sep 25, 2020 | Health Issues, Healthy Foods, Uncategorized
As I have a close friend who lost their sight from glaucoma, and am the proud owner of a retired guide dog, I’m acutely aware of the importance of caring for our eyes. The older we get, the poorer our vision. But age is only part of the story – a healthy diet and...
by Emily Fawell and Lisa Patient | Aug 25, 2020 | Healthy Foods, Nutrition tips
As consumers in an industrialised country, we are fortunate. Our supermarkets are always full of food, regardless of the season. Not only that, but we can also buy any kind of food at any time. Strawberries in January? No problem. Green beans in March? Of course. Our...
by Emily Fawell and Lisa Patient | May 22, 2020 | Health Issues, Healthy Foods
At first glance, it may seem unlikely that your diet would affect your mental health, and yet it is not that far-fetched if you think about it on a chemical level. Our brain needs chemicals (i.e. nutrients) for structural as well as functional purposes and where would...
by Emily Fawell and Lisa Patient | May 4, 2020 | Healthy Foods, Nutrition tips
A Guide to Omega-3 Fats When there is talk about fats, omega-3 fats get a lot of press. They seem to be the main reason for us to eat fish. “Omega-3” is sometimes printed on egg cartons. You can buy them as supplements. But what’s so special about them? How are they...
by Emily Fawell and Lisa Patient | Dec 3, 2019 | Healthy Foods
If you’ve attended our Mental Wellness seminar, you know that we are passionate about encouraging you to have more fun and relaxation in your life. But for some, December is the month when we can get a little carried away, and it’s not always good news for your...
by Lisa Patient | Jun 3, 2019 | #ion nutrition, Healthy Foods
Colourful, varied fruits and vegetables do more than make a meal look interesting; they also come packed with chemicals that offer a range of potential health benefits. In this article, first published in the Spring 2019 edition of Optimum Nutrition Magazine, Lisa...
