Articles - Nutrition
Valerie Harvey, BSc (Hons), PGCE, Dip ION, MBANT Nutritional Therapist
Intensive farming techniques, food refining and processing have resulted in the loss of significant
quantities of nutrients from food. These nutritional losses are further exacerbated by the length of time
food spends in transportation and storage. Cooking methods and exposure to heat and light also have a
detrimental affect.
Contrary to popular belief, it is no longer the case that a "balanced" diet is sufficient to meet all of our
nutritional requirements. Successive government surveys record a progressive reduction in the nutrient
content of the fruit, vegetables and other food we consume. Yet our need for essential minerals, vitamins
and other micronutrients has never been greater. Hence we may need to make up any shortfall in our diet
with appropriate amounts of supplements.
The environment and modern lifestyles make increasingly heavy demands on our bodies' systems.
Exposure to pollution and stress increase the need for nutrients, while alcohol and stimulants such as
tea and coffee can decrease their absorption.
Poor nutrition and deficiencies may initially result in minor ailments today but in the longer term they can
be a factor in the development of cardiovascular problems, osteoporosis, diabetes, cancer and other
degenerative diseases. Inadequate nutrition also has an adverse affect on our sense of wellbeing and
can influence our moods, behaviour and ability to cope with the stresses and strains of life.
Over two thousand years ago Hippocrates advised "Let food be your medicine and medicine be your
food." We are now well down the road to understanding the wisdom of his advice.
Valerie harvey is a nutritional therapist specialising in the provision of personal nutritional programmes tailored to
individual health and life-style needs. She is a member of the British Association for Nutritional Therapy and covered by
the association's codes of ethics and practice and is fully insured as a nutritional therapist.
About Val Harvey
Intensive farming techniques, food refining and processing have resulted in the loss of significant
quantities of nutrients from food. These nutritional losses are further exacerbated by the length of time
food spends in transportation and storage. Cooking methods and exposure to heat and light also have a
detrimental affect.
Contrary to popular belief, it is no longer the case that a "balanced" diet is sufficient to meet all of our
nutritional requirements. Successive government surveys record a progressive reduction in the nutrient
content of the fruit, vegetables and other food we consume. Yet our need for essential minerals, vitamins
and other micronutrients has never been greater. Hence we may need to make up any shortfall in our diet
with appropriate amounts of supplements.
The environment and modern lifestyles make increasingly heavy demands on our bodies' systems.
Exposure to pollution and stress increase the need for nutrients, while alcohol and stimulants such as
tea and coffee can decrease their absorption.
Poor nutrition and deficiencies may initially result in minor ailments today but in the longer term they can
be a factor in the development of cardiovascular problems, osteoporosis, diabetes, cancer and other
degenerative diseases. Inadequate nutrition also has an adverse affect on our sense of wellbeing and
can influence our moods, behaviour and ability to cope with the stresses and strains of life.
Over two thousand years ago Hippocrates advised "Let food be your medicine and medicine be your
food." We are now well down the road to understanding the wisdom of his advice.
Valerie harvey is a nutritional therapist specialising in the provision of personal nutritional programmes tailored to
individual health and life-style needs. She is a member of the British Association for Nutritional Therapy and covered by
the association's codes of ethics and practice and is fully insured as a nutritional therapist.
About Val Harvey
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WELLNESS
DIET
A-Z Weight Loss Diets
Diet & Physical Activity
NUTRITION
Healthy Eating Habits
The Superfoods
Best Foods for Anti-Aging
Best Heart Healthy Foods
Best Cancer Fighting Foods
Superfoods to Boost Immunity
WEIGHT MANGEMENT
Calculating Body Frame Size
Calculating Body Mass Index BMI)
PERSONAL CARE
Health & Nutition Resources
Web Links
DIET
A-Z Weight Loss Diets
Diet & Physical Activity
NUTRITION
Healthy Eating Habits
The Superfoods
Best Foods for Anti-Aging
Best Heart Healthy Foods
Best Cancer Fighting Foods
Superfoods to Boost Immunity
WEIGHT MANGEMENT
Calculating Body Frame Size
Calculating Body Mass Index BMI)
PERSONAL CARE
Health & Nutition Resources
Web Links
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