Smart Nutrition Notes

High-fibre breakfast bowl with kiwi, blueberries and seeds beside halved kiwifruit, prunes, ground flaxseed and water
Natural Ways to Relieve Constipation: A Dietitian's Real Solutions
If "I've tried everything" sounds familiar, don't settle for it as your normal. Here's how to find the cause first — then the food-based solutions that genuinely help. Read more...
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How Much Water Do You Really Need in Summer?
On a hot day you can lose fluid without even noticing — and thirst always lags behind. Here's how much water you really need in summer, and easy ways to... Read more...
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5 Real Reasons You Can't Lose Weight (It's Not Just "Eat Less, Move More")
Eating less and exercising, but the scale won't move? It's rarely just "eat less, move more." A dietitian breaks down 5 real, science-backed reasons — from hormones and gut health... Read more...
Woman's hand holding a bowl of porridge oats topped with berries and almonds, with chickpeas and a wholegrain loaf on a sunlit kitchen table.
How to Eat More Fibre (and Why It Matters More Than You Think)
Most of us eat barely half the fibre we need — and it's quietly one of the most protective things on your plate. Here's why fibre matters so much, and... Read more...
7 ways to end fussy eating in children
7 Ways to End Fussy Eating
If “my child is a picky eater and I can't cope” sounds familiar, this is for you. 7 practical strategies to make mealtimes calmer and more adventurous. Read more...
Tips for healthy weight gain
Tips for Gaining Weight in a Healthy Way
Struggling to put on weight? Gaining healthily isn't about eating more junk — it's about small, nutrient-dense additions. Here are simple, practical tips. Read more...
Obesity is preventable: what matters in weight management
Obesity Is Preventable: What Really Matters in Weight Management
A calorie isn't just a calorie. Where your calories come from — the quality and source of your food — matters more for long-term weight than sheer quantity. Read more...
Keys to staying motivated on a healthy eating plan
Keys to Staying Motivated on Your Health Journey
Motivation is what carries you through the middle of any healthy-eating plan. Here are simple, sustainable ways to keep yours high — without hunger or guilt. Read more...
Legumes in baby nutrition
The Role of Legumes in Baby Nutrition
Legumes are a valuable protein and iron source for babies from around 8 months. Here's what they offer, and how to prepare them so they're gentle and easy to digest. Read more...
Food diary for weight loss
Keep a Food Diary and Lose Twice as Much Weight
No miracle pill, no crazy diet — just a notebook. Research shows people who write down what they eat lose about twice as much weight as those who don't. Read more...
Bridal diet tips for your wedding day
The Bridal Diet: Looking and Feeling Your Best on Your Wedding Day
You don't need an exhausting crash diet to glow on your wedding day. Here are 7 simple, sustainable steps — plus what to eat the day itself to avoid bloating. Read more...
Mistakes parents make feeding children
7 Mistakes Parents Make When Feeding Their Children
Whether your child is slim, heavier or right on track, feeding worries are common. Here are 7 of the most frequent mistakes parents make — and how to avoid them. Read more...