2013 - Monthly Archive

IFAN & IAAI Issue Statement on Allergy and Food Intolerance Testing

16 Dec

News for Public

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IFAN & IAAI Issue Statement on Allergy and Food Intolerance Testing

IFAN & IAAI have issued a statement on food allergy and food intolerance testing in community and hospital settings in the Republic of Ireland. It follows a review of the indications and rational read more..

How fruit drinks and cordials could be contributing to childhood obesity

02 Dec

News for Public

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How fruit drinks and cordials could be contributing to childhood obesity

safefood comparison finds that children’s fruit drinks are often as high in sugar as fizzy varieties Monday 2nd December 2013: As part of the campaign to take on childhood obesity, safefood today i read more..

31 Oct

News for Public

Ross Cullen

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Lack of information on side-affects a concern as some people may unknowingly be taking banned substances

The Irish Rugby Football Union’s National Performance Nutritionist Ruth Wood-Martin, today (21st October 2013) warned that young people may be risking their health by using sports supplement read more..

30 Oct

News for Public

Ross Cullen

3758

Safefood launches childhood obesity campaign

This month, Safefood launched a national campaign with an objective of taking on childhood obesity. The campaign will feature on television, radio, poster and point of sale advertising and includes read more..

19 Oct

Healthy eating, healthy weight and dieting

Siobhan Power

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Alcohol and Weight Loss

When trying to lose weight people often forget to look at their alcohol intake. Alcohol is linked to obesity, as it contains a high amount of calories and very little other nutrients. This is why alco... read more..

19 Oct

Diabetes

Siobhan Power

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Diabetes - Are You At Risk?

Knowing the symptoms and risk factors for diabetes is important as non-diagnosis can seriously affect your quality of life. Undiagnosed or poorly controlled diabetes can damage your heart, arteries, e... read more..

13 Oct

Sports and exercise nutrition

Siobhan Power

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A Guide to Sports Nutrition Supplements

Good eating and drinking practices along with talent, training, conditioning, motivation, dedication, adequate sleep and recovery are essential for optimal sports performance. Without these basic elem... read more..

11 Oct

Diabetes

Siobhan Power

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Living Well With Pre-Diabetes

Pre-diabetes is where the amount of glucose in the blood (blood sugar) is higher than normal, but it is not high enough for you to have diabetes. People with pre-diabetes have an increased risk of dia... read more..

Nutrition for Adventure Racing / Triathlons

11 Oct

Sports and exercise nutrition

Siobhan Power

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Nutrition for Adventure Racing / Triathlons

Adventures races are endurance races that cover a variety of distances, durations and terrain. These events are usually 'continuous' and all adventure races include more than one discipline, comm... read more..

11 Oct

Sports and exercise nutrition

Siobhan Power

20808

Food and Fluid for Your Marathon

Running a marathon distance of 42.2km requires extensive training and preparation to enable your body to be physically and mentally ready for the challenge. Whether you are a first timer or a veteran ... read more..

11 Oct

Women's Health

Siobhan Power

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Women and Iron

ALL ABOUT IRON Iron is an essential mineral. It is needed to make healthy red blood cells which are cells that carry oxygen around our body and give us energy. Women are at risk of having low... read more..

11 Oct

Women's Health

Siobhan Power

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Healthy Eating During Pregnancy

HEALTHY EATING DURING PREGNANCY Following a healthy lifestyle before, during and after pregnancy has lots of benefits for both you and your developing baby and is a wonderful investment in yo... read more..

11 Oct

Women's Health

Siobhan Power

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Planning a Pregnancy

Whether you are only starting to consider becoming pregnant or have been trying for a while, healthy eating and lifestyle will help prepare your body and improve your fertility. Here are some top tips... read more..

11 Oct

Women's Health

Siobhan Power

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Physical Activity During Pregnancy

CAN I EXERCISE DURING PREGNANCY? Yes – all women are encouraged to exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle during pregnancy. For most pregnancies, regular mild or moderate physical activit... read more..

11 Oct

Women's Health

Siobhan Power

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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

A LITTLE BIT OF BACKGROUND... Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common hormonal disorder in women. It affects approximately 10% of women of reproductive age worldwide. Obesity is ... read more..

11 Oct

Women's Health

Siobhan Power

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Nutrition and Menopause

Menopause is the time of change in a woman’s life marking the end of fertility, usually occurring between the ages of 45-55 years. The level of the hormone oestrogen in the body falls which can c... read more..

10 Oct

Women's Health

Siobhan Power

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Healthy Weight During Pregnancy

As your baby grows, the placenta develops and fluid is retained to protect your baby. As a result of this your weight should naturally increase. Gaining weight too quickly or gaining too much weight read more..

10 Oct

Diabetes

Siobhan Power

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Healthy Eating With Gestational Diabetes

During pregnancy women can develop gestational diabetes mellitus due to changes in hormone levels. Diabetes mellitus, commonly known as diabetes, is a condition where there is too much sugar, also kno... read more..

Healthy Eating Tips During Breastfeeding

10 Oct

Women's Health

Siobhan Power

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Healthy Eating Tips During Breastfeeding

Eat to your appetite. Though you may need more calories or energy, your body’s signals are the best guide. Avoid skipping meals. You may find yourself low in energy if you leave long gaps between read more..

Food Safety and Hygiene During Pregnancy

10 Oct

Women's Health

Siobhan Power

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Food Safety and Hygiene During Pregnancy

During pregnancy, women are more likely to suffer from food poisoning which may also affect the baby. Foodborne illnesses can be difficult to treat, so it is important to always practise good food hyg... read more..

10 Oct

Women's Health

Siobhan Power

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The A-Z Of Good Antenatal Nutrition

THE A-Z OF GOOD ANTENATAL NUTRITION A Alcohol There is no definite safe level of alcohol intake for pregnancy. It is best to avoid alcohol completely as it can impact on ba... read more..

10 Oct

News for Public

Edel McNamara

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INDI Launch new website

Welcome to the new look INDI website, launched at the INDI AGM on the 12th October. The site has several new features for members, as well as a new section for Health Care Professionals. Enjoy b... read more..

Cholesterol Lowering With the Portfolio Diet

10 Oct

Heart Health

Siobhan Power

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Cholesterol Lowering With the Portfolio Diet

The Portfolio Eating Plan is a dietary approach to lowering cholesterol. It can be tried before starting on cholesterol lowering medication or if intolerant to cholesterol tablets. It is not recommend... read more..

10 Oct

Heart Health

Siobhan Power

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How To Manage Cholesterol

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in Ireland today. The good news is that 80% of heart disease is preventable simply by changing your lifestyle. There are lots of things that can affect your... read more..

10 Oct

Members

David Henry

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INDI Executive Council

The INDI has an Executive Council who volunteer to support the management and development of the organisation. The Council meets monthly and is comprised of the following (2022/23 members listed): IN... read more..

10 Oct

Public

David Henry

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Board Of Management

Dr Anne Griffin Registered Dietitian Before joining the School of Allied Health academic team in 2018, Anne practised as a registere read more..

09 Oct

Heart Health

Siobhan Power

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Understanding Blood Pressure

Blood pressure measurements show the amount of work that your heart has to do to pump blood around your body. If the pressure inside your blood vessels is high and is left untreated, it will increase ... read more..

09 Oct

Heart Health

Siobhan Power

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Alcohol Awareness

Alcohol consumption is a growing health concern in Ireland. Drinking too much alcohol has been linked to many health conditions including liver damage, high blood pressure and obesity. Do you worry... read more..

08 Oct

Sports and exercise nutrition

Siobhan Power

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The Truth About Alcohol and Exercise

Whether you exercise casually or competitively it is important to understand the effect alcohol can have on your performance. Taking too much alcohol could prevent you reaping the rewards from all the... read more..

Healthy Eating Without Breaking the Bank

08 Oct

Healthy eating, healthy weight and dieting

Siobhan Power

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Healthy Eating Without Breaking the Bank

These days we’ve all become used to bargain hunting, but searching for a healthy diet is cheaper and easier than you think. Being a savvy grocery shopper is about getting organised and knowing what yo... read more..