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5 Scottish foods to support menopausal women
Scotland has a rich larder of healthy, nutritious foods. I’ve highlighted 5 Scottish foods that when eaten in a way that follows the principles of

New book! – Eating Well for Menopause
Discover the foods and nutrients that all menopausal women should know about with

5 reasons why calorie counting is flawed
Weight loss is made to look easy by many apps. The formula for success consists in helping you to calculate how many

What’s the difference between a Nutritionist and Dietitian?
Both Dietitians and Registered Nutritionists are qualified to give general dietary advice to healthy populations, for example to help prevent people becoming ill and support

Scottish cold pressed rapeseed oil – Is it healthier than extra-virgin olive oil?
Both extra-virgin olive oil and cold pressed rapeseed oil are healthy oils to have in your kitchen. Olive oil is often promoted as a healthy

Dairy and nutrition: why you should try cottage cheese
Nutrients provided by dairy foods Milk and dairy foods are provide high quality protein and a wide range of important vitamins and minerals for good

3 things perimenopausal women should know about soya foods
Soya foods, when eaten in sufficient quantities, can have a beneficial impact on the health of menopausal women. Soya foods and drinks are a uniquely

Introducing “Let’s Talk Food”
Let’s Talk Food provides accessible, practical and fun information. We aim to provide clarity to individuals on how to make healthy food choices with confidence

What everyone should know about salt
There is very strong evidence that shows that salt increases blood pressure. High blood pressure increases your risk of heart attack, stroke and vascular dementia.