As parents, we would all consider it important to feed our children a good diet so they grow up physically healthy and strong.  But how much do we think about food to feed the brain?  We often say childrens’ brains are like sponges soaking up loads of information and as a result the brain uses up enormous amounts of energy.

Nutritionist Pippa Mitchell dishes out some great advice.

So many of tips that we think of for good diet and general health are also perfect for ensuring your skins always looks vibrant and healthy too. Here are Pippa Mitchell's top tips for heallthy looking skin this summer...

Many of us experience low energy levels throughout the day.  We often mistakenly think that this is due to lack of sleep or just too much going on in our busy lives.However, you can help yourself to minimise fatigue and boost energy by adopting an number of methods:

At the end of October 2010  all GPs and Chief Nursing Officers were asked by the Department of Health to recommend patients, who are seeking complementary therapies, to consult with practitioners who are registered with the Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC), where it registers the professional discipline concerned. CAM practitioners who hold current registration with the CNHC will be seen to meet criteria in relation to Patient Safety.

It is very frustrating to be constantly “dieting” but not losing weight!  You are not alone. Diets really don’t work.  Less than 50% of dieters manage to maintain their weight loss. However it IS possible to maintain weight loss by adopting a lifestyle that includes a natural, healthy diet and regular exercise. 

Is it really almost a year since we made all those New Year’s resolutions to get fit and eat well?  And how many are still in place!  This year why don’t you make life easier, and guilt free, by making some healthier eating choices during the festive period rather than waiting until after.

This is a great time of year to be eating seasonal and locally produced vegetables and fruits. Our changeable climate provides us with a wealth of nutritious and delicious fruit, vegetables, meat and seafood all grown or produced in the UK.

Do you sometimes feel low on energy? Here is our nutritional therapist's great ideas on keeping up your energy levels all through the day ...

Allergic rhinitis is caused by proteins in the pollens of plants, trees and grasses and other plants that irritate the delicate membranes of the nose and eyes causing inflammation.  Symptoms include red, itchy, watery eyes and runny or congested nose.

Do you suffer painful indigestion after eating?  Or do you put up with frequent bouts of bloating and gas? If so, find out more ...

Pippa Mitchell's delicious, healthy and nutritional recipes for Christmas - a Super Smoothie and Oat & Carrot Muffins. Do give them a try - good for your health and good for your soul!

By Pippa Mitchell, Nutritional Therapist

There are many causes of back pain including poor posture, having to stand or sit for long periods of time or injury. It is important to keep both joints and bones healthy to minimise pain and inflammation, so here are some nutrition tips and suggestions to support your skeletal system:

By Pippa Mitchell, Nutritional Therapist

Every year thousands of us look forward to our precious two weeks of holiday, only to have some time spoilt by common problems such as stomach upsets and sunburn or heatstroke.

Good nutrition before, during and after pregnancy is vital to ensure the health of the mother and the optimal development of the baby.

Scientific research has shown that a healthy diet can be very beneficial for people diagnosed with cancer. Many foods have properties that can be helpful for cancer sufferers in terms of supporting the body’s immune function and ability to repair itself. A healthy eating plan will help you to get a wide variety of the nutrients that can support your body through your illness.

Evenings are getting lighter – leaves on the trees are unfurling – the promise of summer is in the air! Most of us look forward to the arrival of the warmer weather but for some unlucky people the season brings misery in the form of hay fever and seasonal allergic rhinitis often caused by pollens from trees and grass.