March is Endometriosis Awareness Month and in this month’s blog, our resident dietitian Nicole Saliba investigates whether there is a role for diet when it comes to endometriosis. What is endometriosis? Endometriosis is an inflammatory condition, where uterine-lining-like tissue grows outside the uterus, often in
EATING WELL FOR PCOS Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder which affects up to 21% of women of reproductive age in Australia. PCOS is a syndrome that is characterized by three key features: • Cysts that grow in the ovaries • Abnormally
Important Nutrients for Pregnancy Following a healthy balanced diet in the months leading up to conception and during pregnancy is particularly important as growing a baby requires specific nutrients and generally these can be met through a well-planned and nutritionally balanced diet and careful supplementation.