Hot Topics

Why Do We Need Fats in Our Diet?

Why Do We Need Fats in Our Diet?

 We recently explored the importance of body fat. This article by Registered Nutritionist Sophie Gastman (reviewed by Registered Dietitian …
Fighting Fads Healthy Eating Hot Topics Nutrition
The Functions of Body Fat

The Functions of Body Fat

 This article was written by Registered Nutritionist and Dietetically Speaking intern Sophie Gastman and reviewed by Registered Dietitian Maeve Hanan. Although body fat has a …
Body Image Hot Topics Nutrition
Is Obesity a Disease?

Is Obesity a Disease?

 Please note: I don't usually use the terms 'obese' or 'overweight' as these categories are flawed and often stigmatising. But …
Body Image Hot Topics Nutrition
Intuitive Eating Linked With Reduced Disordered Eating

Intuitive Eating Linked With Reduced Disordered Eating

 This article was written by Nutritionist and Dietetically Speaking Intern Hanna Tejani and reviewed by Registered Dietitian Maeve Hanan. The EAT Study (2010-2018) …
Hot Topics Nutrition
What is Weight-Inclusive Care?

What is Weight-Inclusive Care?

 This article by Maeve Hanan (Registered Dietitian & Founder of Dietetically Speaking) will explain what weight-inclusive care means and why …
Body Image Hot Topics Nutrition
Issues With Weight-Centric Health Care

Issues With Weight-Centric Health Care

 This article was written by Maeve Hanan (Registered Dietitian & Founder of Dietetically Speaking). Traditional health care models tend to be …
Hot Topics Nutrition
The Evolution of Male Body Ideals

The Evolution of Male Body Ideals

 This article was written by Nutritionist and Dietetically Speaking Intern Hanna Tejani and reviewed by Registered Dietitian Maeve Hanan. In our previous article, …
Body Image Hot Topics
The Evolution of Female Body Image Ideals

The Evolution of Female Body Image Ideals

 This article was written by Nutritionist and Dietetically Speaking Intern Hanna Tejani and reviewed by Registered Dietitian Maeve Hanan. Why Does Body …
Hot Topics
Dealing With the External Food Police

Dealing With the External Food Police

 This article was written by Registered Dietitian Maeve Hanan, and Nutritionist and Dietetically Speaking Intern Hanna Tejani. With restrictions easing up …
Hot Topics Nutrition
Eating Well on a Budget

Eating Well on a Budget

 This article was first published in the May 2019 edition of NHD magazine. Opinions can be divided about whether it is …
For Dietitians Healthy Eating Hot Topics Nutrition Published Articles
Fad Diets — What’s the Harm?

Fad Diets — What’s the Harm?

 This article was first published in January 2020 Thriva Newspaper. As we reflect on the past year and think about our future goals, …
Fighting Fads Hot Topics Nutrition Published Articles
How Can Vegans Meet Their Requirement for Omega-3 Fatty Acids?

How Can Vegans Meet Their Requirement for Omega-3 Fatty Acids?

 My intern Zachary Wenger has previously written about whether protein, certain vitamins or minerals are of concern for those adopting …
Healthy Eating Hot Topics Nutrition