by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist The function of your body is a highly tuned system and the health effects of seafood are well documented. When one function becomes dysfunctional it can have a ripple effect. The condition known as metabolic syndrome is an example of this. Metabolic resistance includes having high […]
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What are functional foods?
by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist You may have noticed the term ‘functional food’ written on products in your supermarket but you might not be sure exactly what this term means. Most food provides nutrients that help your body to function, such as carbohydrates for energy and protein for cell repair. Functional […]
Seafood is one way to help manage ADHD symptoms
by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist You are not alone if your child has been diagnosed with Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It is estimated that one in twenty children have this mental health disorder. ADHD is characterised by above normal levels of hyperactivity, impulsive behaviours and difficulty focusing on a single […]
Strengthen your bones with seafood
by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist Having strong bones is essential for you to be able to move your body, bones also support the impact of this movement. Thirdly, bones protect your organs like your brain and heart. Around 942,000 Australians have osteoporosis or weakened and porous bones. It is not just […]
The immediate effects of your choice of fat on your body
by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist Have you ever considered the meal you just consumed has immediate effects on the health and function of your body? When you eat, the effects of breaking down the meal causes an inflammation in your body called postprandial inflammation or post-meal inflammation. The composition of […]
Love your liver with seafood
by Ashleigh Feltham Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) is the most common type of fatty liver disease worldwide. NAFLD puts you at greater risk of other diseases such as heart disease and can progress to more serious conditions such as non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and cancer. NAFLD is increasing at […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
