Coeliac disease and gluten sensitivity are significant health concerns in New Zealand and Europe. In New Zealand, around 1 in 70 people have coeliac disease, though many remain undiagnosed. Europe has seen similar rates, with up to 1% of the population affected in some countries. The growing demand for gluten-free products reflects the importance of […]

Over the next few months, Suzanne Atkin our dietitian is putting together a series of nutrition articles focusing on important and often deficient nutrients. The next in our nutrient series is the often overlooked but vital nutrient – fibre.  Fibre Fibre is a type of carbohydrate found only in plant products.   It does not provide […]

Over the next few months, Suzanne Atkin our dietitian is putting together a series of nutrition articles focusing on important and often deficient nutrients.  We start our series this month by talking about the mineral - Iron. What is iron and why do I need it? Iron is a mineral found in several proteins and […]