PMS Top 10 food tips to reduce symptoms
Up to 75% of women will experience premenstrual syndrome (PMS) at some point in their reproductive years. Symptoms of PMS include mood swings, exhaustion, bloating, and cravings. As a specialised dietitian, I have personally witnessed the transformative power of nutrition in lowering PMS symptoms and enhancing quality of life.
It is commonly believed that avoiding foods and drinks like fat, chocolate, processed sugars, caffeine, fizzy minerals, and alcohol can make symptoms worse for those who consume them. Depending on your symptoms, health, and dietary habits, this may be beneficial. However, did you know that there are a variety of foods that are simple to include in your diet? These foods are not only perfect for people with PMS, but everyone can benefit from them!
Dark Chocolate – 9 reasons to swap
Who doesn’t like dark chocolate! Did you know that dark chocolate is made from the cocoa bean. It has been around since the year 2000 B.C. originating from south America. It has a fascinating history; used as currency, consumed at royal feasts and after battles served to surviving warriors! (1) What happens to the […]
Gluten free dairy free chocolate cake
We recently celebrated my birthday & my daughter Laura very kindly baked a delicious chocolate cake. As the recipe is for a Gluten free dairy free chocolate cake, it means our entire family can enjoy it. Knowing how hard it can be to get a good recipe for a dairy free, gluten free chocolate cake, […]
