‘We are all likely guilty of eating food in a rush, whilst walking down the street or scrolling on our phones during meal times, or watching TV. Most of us are living in a busy world that requires us to be constantly switched on and leaves us distracted from the...
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Wellness Wednesday by Nurse Fiona – Frankincense Essential Oil
Essential oils have been used for thousands of years for their therapeutic and healing properties as part of the practice of aromatherapy. They are sourced from leaves, stems or roots of plants that are known for their health properties. Frankincense oil is renowned...
Wellness Wednesdays by Nurse Fiona- The importance of protein
Protein- what’s all the fuss about? Protein is the building block of life. It is a macronutrient that we must consume in our diet to perform many essential functions in our bodies. Chemically, protein is made up of amino acids. Skin, hair and nails are mostly made...
Wellness Wednesdays- Nurse Fiona's High protein power balls
Nurse Fiona's High protein power balls Are you looking for healthy snack options that are easy and quick to prepare? Nurse Fiona’s high protein power balls are High in protein, vegan, gluten free, low GI, packed full of minerals (Selenium, Zinc, Magnesium), high in...
Wellness Wednesday by Nurse Fiona- Collagen
What exactly is collagen? Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body. It’s found in our skin, muscles, bones, blood vessels, digestive system and tendons. As we age our collagen production reduces leading to wrinkles, sagging skin, joint pain and digestive...
Wellness Wednesday by Nurse Fiona- Lycopene
Lycopene is a bright red pigment & potent phytochemical found in tomatoes and other red fruits and vegetables. Lycopene is a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory that should be eaten in abundance over spring and summer. Studies have shown that this nutrient...