by 3r1dgeNutri0n | Nov 15, 2024 | Dietician Blogs
South Africa has a high prevalence of diabetes, with estimates ranging from 4.2 million to 9 million people living with diabetes. To manage and prevent complications, you can measure your blood glucose regularly. A normal fasting blood glucose range is 3.9 to...
by 3r1dgeNutri0n | Oct 9, 2024 | Dietician Blogs
This week we are celebrating National Nutrition Week and the theme this year is ‘Eat right for a better life!’. Eating around the table as a family can make a significant difference to your health and mental well-being. It does not have to be difficult for...
by 3r1dgeNutri0n | May 9, 2024 | Dietician Blogs
Eating a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins can provide your body with the essential nutrients it needs to function properly and stay healthy. Avoiding processed foods high in sugar, unhealthy fats, and additives can help prevent...
by 3r1dgeNutri0n | Mar 4, 2024 | Dietician Blogs
Let’s Make Healthy Habits a Priority! As a dietitian, I’m here to help you achieve your health goals and create a balanced lifestyle. Here are three important goals to focus on: 1. Keeping a Food Journal: Tracking your meals can help you become more...
by 3r1dgeNutri0n | Mar 4, 2024 | Dietician Blogs
FIBRE:Eating a high-fibre diet is vital to improve and maintain overall good health. Hippocrates our father of medicine, said, ‘All disease begins in the gut’. Here are a few easy ways to focus on your fibre!Good sources of fibre include:• oats• all legumes (beans)•...
by 3r1dgeNutri0n | Mar 4, 2024 | Dietician Blogs
Strawberry-topped cheesecake:Base:3 Tbsp ‘Lite’ margarine, melted200g whole-wheat digestive biscuits, crushed Filling:4 large eggs, separated1 x 225g carton fat free smooth cottage cheese150ml plain fat-free yoghurt30ml lemon juice15ml sugar5ml vanilla essence2.5 ml...
