by Leni Wood | Apr 27, 2021 | Fibre, Nutrition for the Elderly, Vitamins
In my last blog I looked at lifestyle factors that can occur in later life which could impact on our nutritional needs as we age. This week I would like to take a deeper dive into key nutrients and vitamin and mineral deficiencies that are common in older people and...
by Leni Wood | Oct 26, 2020 | Vitamins
The old saying, ‘An apple a day can keep the doctor away’, may indeed have some truth behind it, as eating nourishing foods, rich in certain vitamins, can help your immune system fight off illness. Vitamin C is one of the biggest immune system boosters of...
by Leni Wood | May 8, 2019 | Herbs
Herbs are one of my favourite additions to any meal. I love the flavour and colour they bring. I also love that we can grow herbs in pots, on our windowsills, or in our gardens with relative ease. They are full of nourishment, taste good and smell great! Just by...