First it started with shorter cycles. I didn't pay too much attention at first, I could have the odd cycle longer or shorter than normal. But then I noticed I was way more irritable than was warranted, and my breasts felt as they did when I was pregnant (except I...
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”Why am I so tired?” Common reasons for fatigue in women
"Why am I tired all the time?" As women we can be pulled in several directions in any given day. From being a supportive partner, working full time, keeping up with friends, and, for some, being a mother on top of all that it can begin to take its toll. We have a...
Why meal plans don’t work (and what I recommend instead)
Meal plans are everywhere right now. From Instagram to self-help books, you’re bound to come across a meal plan. They’re advertised as tools to solve your symptoms or to take the stress out of meal planning. I frequently get asked for meal plans from my clients too....
Tips and Tricks to get more Vegetables into your Diet
I’m always trying to get more vegetables into my and my family’s diet. The recommended intake of vegetables is 5 portions per day, and in some countries this has increased to 7!! From doing my workshops and talking to clients, some people find it hard to even get 3...
Did you know that you can now book your nutrition clinic appointments on line
We now have the facility to book consultations with our Nutritional Therapists on line - go to the home page of our website to see book on line facility and the available slots for our therapists www.nutritionclinic.ie
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Bone Broth as an addition to your weekly meals
Bone broth is one of the most soothing and nutritious foods, that has been used for generations to help soothe and comfort when you're feeling under the weather. Broths are rich in collagen, which is amazing for hair, skin and nails. Sadie's Kitchen bone broths are...
Ageing in Ireland the the implications for your nutrition
Worth checking the recently published report from Trinity college dublin called the TILDA study. The Irish LongituDinal Study on Ageing (TILDA) is a large-scale, nationally representative, longitudinal study on ageing in Ireland, the overarching aim of which is to...
The Wellwood centre Vegan Cookery Classes with a fun element & specific themes:
Vegan Cookery Classes with a fun element & specific themes: Week 1: 9th Sept. - Immune Boosting; Make your own Winter Tonics Week 2: 30th Sept. - Natural Detoxing and Colon Cleansing Week 3: 21st Oct. - Fermenting; Sour Dough, Kombucha & more Week 4: 11th Nov. -...
Teas to Boost the Immune System
Lemon and Ginger Tea: 1oz of fresh ginger root, peeled and sliced 1 pint of water Squeeze of lemon juice Manuka honey to taste (Optional) Place the root ginger in a pan with the water. Bring to the boil, cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Add lemon juice and sweeten...
Eggs Benedict – great protein source
Eggs Benedict – great protein source Ingredients: • 4 large Portobello mushrooms • 2 tbsp of sherry vinegar • Salt and pepper • 2 ripe avocados, mashed • 1 tbsp of tamari • 1 tsp of olive oil • Few shakes of Tabasco • Toasted sesame seeds • 4 eggs Peel the mushrooms...
Salmon Fishcakes (Serves 6)
Salmon Fishcakes (Serves 6) 400g Salmon, poached Fish Cakes=385Kcal each 500g Potatoes Grated rind and juice of 1 lemon 1 tbsp olive oil 1 Scallions, chopped 1 leek chopped 1 tsp chili pepper 2 Cloves of garlic, chopped, 2 red chilies chopped, 1 Bunch coriander...
Butternut Squash and Basil Risotto
Butternut Squash and Basil Risotto (Serves 1) Basil, fresh 2 tbsp chopped 15g Cream Cheese low fat 28g Cheese, parmesan, grated) 1 clove garlic chopped 1 tbsp onions chopped 1 spring Onions, spring or scallions, chopped 50g Risotto Rice 100g Butternut squash diced 29g...