Ways to Manage Iron deficiency in Women

Iron deficiency anemia is a common problem among women, affecting around 1 in 3 women around the world. The main reason for the high prevalence in women is menstruation, pregnancy, and giving birth. Though those with heavy periods are most likely to suffer from this deficiency, there are a range of other risk factors which can contribute to iron deficiency anemia. Children, strict vegetarians, blood donors, and those with poor diets are particularly at risk.

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Food and Mood Is There A Correlation ?

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Scientists, psychologists and nutritionists have unanimously decided that the foods we eat can affect our mood in countless different ways. Not only will our bodies suffer from poor diet, but so will our mood. It’s vital to eat nutrient-dense foods as part of a healthy, balanced diet to ensure we get the necessary vitamins and

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Oat and Raisin Cookies

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Makes 26 Cookies- 150g Butter 1/4 Cup Raw Sugar 1/4 Cup Honey or Mayple Syrup 1/2 Tsp Bi-Carb Soda 1 Cup Rolled Oats 1 Cup Wholemeal Self Raising Flour 1/3 Almond Meal 1/2 Cup Raisins or Sultanas Method Preheat oven to 170 degrees In a saucepan melt butter, sugar and honey together on a

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Hearty Minestrone Soup

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Makes 3 Portions – 2 Onions Fresh 3 garlic cloves 1 Tsp Cumin 2 Tbsp Olive Oil 1.5 Cups Red Split Lentils Dried 800g Tomato, Canned 1 Tsp Paprika 2 Stalks of Celery 3 Carrot 400g Cannellini Beans, Canned 6 Cup Vegetable Stock (Broth) 1 Tsp Basil, Dried 1 Tsp Chili Flakes Salt and Pepper

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Oaty Pancakes

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Makes 4 Portions – 2 Eggs1/3 Cup Rolled Oats1 Cup Wholemeal Flour1 Tsp Baking Powder1 Cup Milk1 Tbsp of Butter or OilFruit and Honey to serve Method In a large bowl whisk eggs until combined then add milk Add oats and gradually whisk in flour, mix well ensuring there are no lumps. Add a little

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Vitamin C,Supplements or Dietary Change?

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Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is an antioxidant vitamin vital in the protection and maintenance of cells, the healing of wounds, and helping build up your immune system. An adult of age 19-64 needs around 40mg of vitamin C, which should be achieved in your diet from sources such as citrus fruits and potatoes. However, 1

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Ways to boost your immune system during cold and flu season

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The immune system plays an important role in keeping you protected against harmful microorganisms known as pathogens that can make you fall ill. A healthy and functioning immune system recognises these pathogens and produces antibodies to kill them before they can cause further harm. This process does not work every time, but thankfully there are

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