I instruct an introductory nutrition course. During the first week of class, I ask students to share one thing that they hope to learn by the end of the 12 weeks. Invariably a large proportion will state that they want to be able to pin-point which foods are ‘good’ and which are ‘bad’. As we proceed ...
So THIS is 40…What THIS is, is up to you!
A week ago I waved goodbye to my thirties and tentatively stepped on to the descending side of ‘the hill'. As milestone birthdays go, this is one that tends to evoke a lot of emotions. A few years ago, Hollywood released the comedy ‘This is 40’ where the pending 40th birthday of the leading ...
July Round-up of Nutrition News From Around the Web (and More)
The hot summer days are here; meaning lots more time outside and less time in front of a screen. But this doesn’t mean that there is nothing going on in the world of nutrition and health. Read on for my round-up from the month of July….. Top Ten Reads From My Feed Nutrition New Vitamin D ...
A Survival Guide to Travelling with Young Kids: Part 3 (Keep Them Entertained)
Okay travellers, we're almost there! Now that you are prepared and armed with nutritious and delicious snacks, all that remains is to keep your little munchkins entertained for the duration of the flight. Easy right? Because all young children love being confined to small dark spaces and ...
Survival Guide for Travelling with Young Kids:Part 2 (Feed Them!)
Anyone who has had the pleasure of travelling with me will confirm that I can morph into a grouchy animal when hungry (think the big bad wolf). Consequently, I tend to keep snacks on my person at all times. As a mother this habit has become a blessing. If an adult with a grumbly stomach is scary, a ...
