At 121 Dietitian, we firmly believe that small steps can always be taken to greatly improve our health. Looking at the key areas of mental health, kids’ health and weight loss, here we share our top health tips for 2019…. Mental health tips If you want instant improvements a few simple suggestions include: Stay well […]
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Essential Nutrition for Recovery after Surgery (Part 2)
Essential Nutrition for Recovery after Surgery (Part 2) In this follow up to our essential Nutrition & Surgery focus part one, Director and Principal Dietitian Gillian Killiner, continues in this blog to discuss the key role that vitamins and minerals play in helping your body recover after surgery. Vitamin A – essential for recovery after […]
Essential Nutrition for Recovery after Surgery (Part 1)
In the first of a two-part series, Director and Principal Dietitian Gillian Killiner, discusses the relationship between good nutrition and surgery and how this can help your recovery process. Are you waiting for an operation? More and more people are spending months on waiting lists for minor and major surgery. Waiting when you are in pain […]
The real truth about fats in your diet
The research on fats has been turned on its head and the advice now is to embrace fats, rather than fear them. Here, we get clear on the role of fats and introduce you to the ‘best’ fats to incorporate into your diet. “NEW RESEARCH FINDS CURE”… “EXCITING WEIGHT LOSS PILL”… Who else is tired […]
What to eat for a good night’s sleep
Do you struggle to nod off at night? Did you know that diet actually plays a key role in contributing to a good night’s sleep? Here, we discuss how what you eat affects your sleep, the foods to avoid and those which will help you welcome those zzzs. Incorporating certain foods into your food plan […]
Hashimoto’s And Me – Part 3…
Another six months on and I am delighted to let you all know that I have reversed my Hashimoto’s. I am more than delighted! My antibodies are below the 35 IU/mL, and it has been due to diet, supplements, exercise and lifestyle. My current lifestyle is still busy but I now try my best to […]
10 seasonal foods – autumn foods to fall for
It’s no surprise that at different times of the year, certain seasonal foods are at their best. As we leave the days of summer and its sumptuous foods behind us, it’s time to look towards a new season, and thankfully, autumn’s glorious food offering is every bit as tantalizing. Autumn boasts a wealth of fruit […]
Gallstones diet – the facts
Gallstones are more common than you may think. A gallstones diet could help. In fact it’s estimated that more than 1 in every 10 adults in the UK has gallstones. But what exactly are they and what effect can they have on the body? Today, we share the facts on gallstones and the risk factors […]
Reduce the risk of prostate cancer with dietary changes
Reduce the risk of prostate cancer. In recent years, more and more research has been devoted to the link between diet and prostate cancer and reducing its likelihood with dietary changes. Every year in the UK, 35,000 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer, resulting in one fatality every hour. What we do currently know about the condition […]
Have you heard about our mini assessment sessions?
We all know everyone likes to receive helpful advice, especially in terms of improving our diet, health and lifestyle. Check out 121Deititian mini sassessment sessions. Here at 121 Dietitian we provide this at various levels daily; to many clients who maybe in need of a little dietary direction, to business’ wishing to improve productivity and health in […]