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How to take control in an obesogenic environment

How to take control in an obesogenic environment

by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist The western world is an obesogenic environment with many factors working against your ability to maintain a healthy weight. While you may not have control over many of these factors there are lifestyle choices that can improve your ability to abstain from the many temptations in […]

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Help lower your cholesterol with these easy tips

Help lower your cholesterol with these easy tips

by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist If you are one of the 1.6 million people in Australia who have been told you have high cholesterol you may think that cholesterol is always bad. What you may not know is that you need cholesterol for a healthy body. Cholesterol forms the main structure […]

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8 easy ways to keep your hormones on your side

8 easy ways to keep your hormones on your side

by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist Hormones are vital to your health. They change at different stages of your life for example from puberty to adulthood as well as in response to external influences like stress. Hormones are also vital for your body to function optimally like maintaining a healthy weight and […]

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Ways you can reduce your risk of Prostate Cancer

Ways you can reduce your risk of Prostate Cancer

by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australian men and the third most common cause of cancer death. An overall healthy and balanced diet such as the Mediterranean diet is critical to reducing your risk of prostate cancer. The Mediterranean diet includes fruit and […]

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Upgrade from traditional smashed avocado on toast

Upgrade from traditional smashed avocado on toast

by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist Avocado is a trendy fruit and is often seen smashed on toast. Stand out from the crowd with these seafood recipes. Your body will reap additional health benefits from the quality seafood provided by Safcol Seafood which include: Omega-3 fat for a healthy heart Iron for […]

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Are You Eating the Right Foods to Reduce Your Risk of Endometriosis?

Are You Eating the Right Foods to Reduce Your Risk of Endometriosis?

by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist Nutrition plays an important role to support your health in many ways, not just achieving your ultimate summer body. Optimal nutrition can reduce your risk of many diseases and conditions. Endometriosis is when the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus and this reproductive tissue […]

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How Seafood Can Reduce Your Risk of Postpartum Depression

How Seafood Can Reduce Your Risk of Postpartum Depression

by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist You are not alone if you suffer from postpartum depression. 15-20% of mothers and one in ten fathers will suffer postpartum depression. A huge change has just happened in your life which is both psychological and physical and this can trigger postpartum depression. It is a […]

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How seafood can improve your sleep

How seafood can improve your sleep

by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist You are not alone if you struggle to fall and stay asleep, with up to 45% of Australians experiencing poor quality or duration of sleep. There are many ways you can promote a good night’s sleep by switching off technology, creating a soothing environment to sleep […]

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Dinner on the run

Dinner on the run

by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist If you are a parent with children or a single person with activities outside of work, it is easy to choose unhealthy fast food as a quick dinner choice to save time. This may be an easy choice to make, but the result can lead to […]

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Improve your blood sugar levels,

Improve your blood sugar levels, DNA function, and ability to use macronutrients by enjoying seafood

by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist If you have been following the Safcol Seafood blog, you are probably aware of the extensive health benefits of seafood. This blog highlights how enjoying Safcol Seafood two to three times a week can help your blood sugar levels, assist in DNA function, and allow your […]

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How Safcol Seafood may help reduce lower back pain

How seafood may help reduce lower back pain

by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist Do you suffer from lower back pain?  Seafood may help reduce lower back pain. Worldwide this is the number one factor leading to disability. The treatment and prevention are largely sought from exercises and rest but what you may not have considered is the role vitamin […]

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How to protect your brain from traumatic injury

How to protect your brain from traumatic injury

by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist Do you play a contact sport? If you do, it’s important that you read this blog. Participating in contact sport puts you at greater risk than non-contact sports of suffering a traumatic brain injury such as a concussion. Wearing appropriate protective wear is vital but what […]

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