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What is Nutrition all about?

Nutrition is about what you put into your body, This includes what you eat and what you drink, and the impact that has on your health.

Did you know...?  Your body is a remarkable self healing organism, provide it with the right conditions and it will take care of the rest.

One of the most important ways your body keeps everything functioning as intended is by using the nutrition from the food you eat for the many complicated and essential processes of biological life.

Nutrition is the foundation of Health.

 

Useful Links:

The International College of Holistic Medicine

Spirit Mind - UK Complementary Therapy Directory

Healthutopia - Alternative Health Directory

The Athlete's Cookbook

Why is nutrition so important?

In the absence of good nutrition your body will begin to break down. Over time you may find that:

  • You become run down and increasingly susceptible to colds and flu.

  • You feel tired and lacking in energy or enthusiasm for life.

  • You suffer from skin complaints such as acne, eczema, dry, itchy or flaky skin.

  • Your hair and nails become brittle and lacklustre and your complexion is washed out and tired looking.

  • If you are female you may suffer uncomfortable PMT related symptoms.

  • You become susceptible to mood swings and possibly depression.

  • You may find your joints give you trouble or existing joint problems play up.

  • You may notice you look older than you are.

 

Over time you will also increase your risk of succumbing to degenerative diseases such as heart disease, arthritis, diabetes, cancer etc. This is of particular concern if you already have a family history of such conditions.

It may all sound like doom and gloom but don't worry! There's no need to suffer with any of these problems. With a sound nutritional foundation you can increase your chances of avoiding most, if not all health complaints, and recover more quickly from any that do catch you out.

If you want to benefit from improving your nutritional foundations, please check out Consultations.