Childhood constipation is extremely common and depending on criteria used it is believed to affect between 5-30% of the child population. Symptom based criteria includes reduction of bowel movements, faecal incontinence and a change of stool consistency. Individuals can have very different bowel times but optimal transit […]
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The importance of Fibre
The latest National Diet and Nutrition Survey data (2014) highlighted the lack of fibre consumed in the UK diet. With recommendations to increase our current intakes it’s useful to know a little about why it’s important, the role it plays and how to increase consumption in […]
Bad behaviour- can nutrition affect their concentration & behaviour?
The foods we eat can have a huge impact on how we feel and behave, which can be much more apparent in children. Understanding factors that can support optimal concentration and behaviour such as planning for a well balanced diet high in nutrients and reducing factors, which may […]
NEWS: Nutrition Know How for Nannies
Following a string of national talks and events The Food Teachers latest Nutrition Know How course focused on support for local nannies in Hertfordshire
24 local nannies gave up their Saturday morning this week to learn about the importance of nutrition for growing children. The 3 […]
Get Creative Making Edible Gifts
Whether it’s the weekend or the holidays planning some creative time can be great fun for both adults and children. Friends and family often love receiving home made gifts and if they are edible and healthy they’re bound to be a hit.
This is a […]
Cutting down on Sugar
Sugar and its impact on our children’s health, behaviour, learning and mood has become a hot topic over the last couple of years. As a natural survival instinct our primitive brains are drawn to immediate and high-energy food sources and for this reason sugar addresses our […]
Is your family getting enough Vitamin D?
With estimates that 1 in 5 adults and around 1 in 6 children may have low levels of vitamin D across the UK, the impact for development and long-term health could be huge. The role of vitamin D has been widely researched and shouldn’t be underestimated […]
Christmas Term Exhaustion!
Is anyone else experiencing the end of term energy wipe out? School concerts, pantomimes, friends for tea, homework…it’s endless and the holiday countdown has begun.
In need of some tips that may help the next few weeks go a little smoother so you all survive the […]
Is Water on tap?
Water is essential for life and is critical for a whole host of different functions in the body. The importance of keeping children well hydrated and drinking water throughout the day can often be underestimated. Ensuring fluids are always available, encouraging sipping, and understanding how food can help […]
Fermented Food – Kimchi
Being fascinated in food and its many benefits I have read and researched a great deal about fermented foods and the impact such foods have on our health especially our digestive and immune systems. I recently attended a talk by Charlotte Pike who has just written the book […]
Should my child have the nasal spray flu vaccine?
I have been asked this question by several clients and fellow Mums recently as the autumn/winter NHS childhood vaccination programme begins. The nasal spray flu vaccine is being rolled out initially for all children aged two, three and four and children in years one and two […]
Boost their Immunity for Winter
As we prepare ourselves for winter, it’s that time of year when boosting our child’s immunity becomes hot topic. As their immune systems are developing and their body is going through a huge ‘learning curve’, their systems can be tested by a wide range of different […]