Nutritionists and dietitians work in diverse settings. They both work in almost similar settings though dietitians will often be found in healthcare settings. Dietitians will also more likely be preferred for hiring in most settings because of their credentials, qualifications…
In this post, we will distinguish between nutritionists and dietitians. In our last post What Nutrition And Dietetics Is All About, we noted that the scope of Nutrition and Dietetics differs. As such, nutritionists and dietitians also have some slight…
What Is Nutrition and Dietetics? Nutrition and Dietetics is a multifaceted methodical course that entails the study of how food substances offer nourishment for the sustenance of life. It involves the study of numerous concepts on how food interacts with…
In this post, we will review the significance of purchasing your foods from a reliable supplier. It is certain by now that most of your macro-nutrients and micro-nutrients should be obtained from food sources because they are tailored to fit…
Healthy Lifestyle A healthy lifestyle incorporates various elements comprising consuming varied nutritious foods as well as integrating physical activity, among others such as avoiding or restricting drug or alcohol intake. It is a lifestyle approach that should advisably be adopted…
Should you obtain your protein and carbohydrates from foods or bars (protein or energy bars)? And why should you opt for either? In this post, we will venture into this topic of discussion and suggest relevant recommendations pertaining to the…
Serving Size This post will address what a serving size is. In our previous post on food groups, there was mentioning of serving sizes and how they relate with food groups thus we will focus in depth on what a serving…
In this post we will define what food groups are, identify the main foods groups and their importance to you. A food group consists of foods with similar biological and nutritional qualities. Typically, most food guides rely on food groups…
On several occasions through my interactions with diverse clients, I receive quite challenging questions, one of them being whether one should consume their vegetables raw or cooked. In this post, we will evaluate the importance of consuming raw and cooked…
