Nutritional Blog

Infant nutrition   As a pharmacist and a parent, I have observed a lot of misinformation and confusion around infant nutrition. Many parents struggle to make informed decisions about what to feed their babies, which can have serious consequences for their child's health and development. The purpose of this article is to provide a general overview of infant nutrition, including the different types of infant formula, the benefits of breastfeeding, and some general guidelines for introducing solid foods.   Breastfeeding   Breastfeeding is the recommended method of infant feeding and has numerous benefits for both the mother and baby. Breast...

Common Nutritional Problems in Ireland How food choices can prevent them   Ireland like other developed countries, faces several common nutritional challenges. Nutrition plays a vital role in overall health, and addressing these problems is crucial to ensure the well-being of the population. This article will try shed light on some of the most prevalent nutritional problems encountered and how some simple food choices and habit changes relating to food can help prevent them.   The top nutrition related health problems   1. Obesity Obesity has become a major public health concern in Ireland over the past few decades. A...

How sugar can reduce brain power (and Omega 3’s may increase it) There is lots research and evidence of the negative effects of too much sugar on weight, diabetes risk, liver function and even cancer risk. A recent study shed some light on negative effects of sugar on the brain and the positive effects of omega 3’s. Researchers at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) did research on lab rats. Before the study, the rats needed a few days to learn to navigate a maze set up by researchers. Then some of the rats were given diets rich either high...

Healthy Eating plans for the New Year? Small consistent changes will lead to a healthier you. With Caroline Masters, Nutritionist Whelehans Pharmacy, Pearse Street, Mullingar New Year is a time when we give a thought to our habits and lifestyle and perhaps decide a few changes would benefit our health and well-being.  All changes should be realistic and sustainable and the reason for change should be for a healthier you.  It is your health and wellness that should be your priority and we should all become more mindful of our food choices and feed ourselves with the foods that our...