Support for the ‘Extremely Vulnerable’ during the Coronavirus Pandemic

Last week, the UK government announced that over 1.5 million people identified as being ‘extremely vulnerable’ to coronavirus should self-isolate at home for twelve weeks.

The Importance of a Food First Approach

To coincide with Nutrition and Hydration Week (16th - 22nd March 2020), a global initiative that seeks to raise awareness of the importance of good nutrition and hydration care, this article will explore what a food first approach is and how it can be used with patients.

Putting the Spotlight on Cystic Fibrosis

Meeting nutritional requirements in this patient group

Nutritional Professional of the Month: Leah McGrath

Leah McGrath is a Corporate Retail Dietitian working for a major US supermarket chain. She is also the Founder of the hugely successful Build Up Dietitians social media platform, which has over 40,000 followers.

Looking Out for Older People at Christmas

The festive season is supposedly a jolly time; but spare a thought for those who are bereaved, experiencing physical or mental health problems, caring for others, estranged from their family, living in poverty, or feeling isolated.

Nutrition Professional of the Month: Annette Rugyendo

Annette works as a catering dietitian for Serco Health, providing dietetic support for five hospitals across East London. We caught up with her to find out more about her role as a dietitian working in the Food Service Industry.

Some memories are meant to be relived...

Top Tips for Stress Management in Older Age

Stress is an inevitable part of day-to-day life; however, managing it effectively is important for good health. To coincide with National Stress Awareness Day, we’ve written an article on stress management techniques for older adults.

Nutrition Professional of the Month: Dr Elizabeth Weekes

Dr Elizabeth Weekes is a Senior Consultant Dietitian at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust and Honorary Lecturer in the Nutritional Sciences Division at King’s College London.