Feb
2009
Articles from 23rd Feb 2009
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Going nutty over labelling
Feb 23 2009 | Nutrition
Q IF THE label says a food 'contains nuts' or 'may contain nuts', does this mean nuts such as almonds, walnuts and Brazil nuts or could it also mean peanuts? Read
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Reduce your blood pressure
Feb 23 2009 | Nutrition
Q How can I change my diet to help reduce my blood pressure? Read
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N-ice way to make dessert
Feb 23 2009 | Nutrition
Q Are there any safety issues I should consider when making homemade ice cream with cream, fruit and eggs? And how long can I keep it in the freezer? Read
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Will fish help my arthritis?
Feb 23 2009 | Nutrition
Q Will cod liver oil protect me from osteoarthritis? Read
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No limits to eating eggs
Feb 23 2009 | Nutrition
Q IS it true that eggs contain cholesterol? And how many eggs can I eat each week? Read
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Confused by veggie foods
Feb 23 2009 | Nutrition
Q What does 'vegetarian' or 'suitable for vegetarians' mean? Read
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Tuck into veg from a can
Feb 23 2009 | Nutrition
Q I EAT tinned green beans, butter beans and kidney beans nearly every day, which I assume are processed foods. I've heard that processed foods are high in salt, so should I stop eating tinned veg and beans? Read
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Keeping my joints supple
Feb 23 2009 | Nutrition
Q Is glucosamine sulphate good for joints? Read
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Follow the instructions
Feb 23 2009 | Nutrition
Q Why do some frozen foods say 'cook from frozen' and others 'defrost then cook'? Read
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Ways to get your 5 a day
Feb 23 2009 | Nutrition
Q I like plums and pears. Are they good for me? Read
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You can count pulses towards your five-a-day
Feb 23 2009 | Nutrition
Q Do pulses and baked beans count towards my daily fruit and veg portions? Read
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Exercise, vitamin D and calcium key to healthy bones
Feb 23 2009 | Nutrition
Q Does what I eat affect the health of my bones? Read
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Is there a limit to how long buffet food can be left?
Feb 23 2009 | Nutrition
Q How long can I leave food out on a buffet? Read
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Protein is key to maintaining a healthy body
Feb 23 2009 | Nutrition
Q How much protein do I need each day? Read
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Fruit and veggies proved to reduce heart disease risk
Feb 23 2009 | Nutrition
Q Where did the recommendation to eat at least five portions of fruit and veg a day come from? Read
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Avocados are a healthy choice, in moderation
Feb 23 2009 | Nutrition
Q Is avocado a fruit or a vegetable? What nutrients does it contain? Read
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Coconut rich in protein but not part of 5-a-day
Feb 23 2009 | Nutrition
Q Does coconut count towards my fruit and vegetable portions? Read
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Eat greens for vitamin C and healthy heart
Feb 23 2009 | Nutrition
Q Why are greens good for me? Read
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What you should eat - and avoid - while pregnant
Feb 23 2009 | Nutrition
Q Is it OK to eat spicy food during pregnancy? Read
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Nuts are a good snack choice, but not too many!
Feb 23 2009 | Nutrition
Q Are nuts a healthy snack for someone with high cholesterol? Read
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How to get your five portions of fruit and veg
Feb 23 2009 | Nutrition
Q I like plums and pears. Are they good for me? Read
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No need to limit the number of eggs a week
Feb 23 2009 | Nutrition
Q Is it true that eggs contain cholesterol? And how many eggs can I eat each week? Read
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Cleanliness can help you avoid getting listeria
Feb 23 2009 | Nutrition
Q I have heard that listeria is very serious. What can I do to stop getting ill? Read
