Exercise & Fitness

Everyone is Talking Food Trends

With the start of a new year, comes the gossip and talk about food trends. Health gurus, food manufacturers, and restaurant consultants have been raving about what to expect in 2014  from what foods are “in”, the “hot” culinary styles and cuisines to “it” diets. So what are

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The End of a Great Year..The Beginning of a Greater One. Hello 2014!

As we wrap up 2013, I would like to thank my readers and supporters for keeping Nutrition A-Z alive and kicking! 2013 has proven to be a great (superbly successful) year, where our reach is on a constant rise! I would also like to thank my guest

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In the Spotlight: Cooking at home with DinnerTime

To our readers living in the UAE, I have stumbled across this venture, which simply makes cooking at home easy and possible. Your schedules and lifestyle are nothing less than hectic and are crammed with endless to do lists and activities,  leaving  you with little or no time

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The "Insanity" Craze: Yea or Nay? By Guest Expert Darryl Brook

So what am I getting myself into by joining the Insanity workout craze that has taken the world by storm? I have asked guest expert and personal trainer Darryl Brook, to share his thoughts on what is called the most difficult, cardiovascular-based DVD workout program on the market

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Beyoncé and Jay Z Go Vegan for 22 days…Should You?

Right. So word on the street is that the ‘royal’ couple have gone vegan for 22 days! Jay Z has informed the world that “On December 3, one day before my 44th birthday, I will embark on a 22 Day challenge to go completely vegan, or as

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The Calorie Trap: Not All Calories Are Created Equal

“A calorie is a calorie”. This has been a common mantra most people go by when it comes to weight loss, where the belief that consuming 100 calories worth of Coke or fries is the same as 100 calories worth of beans or broccoli. Fall into that

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Yummy Mummies: Nutrition Highlights during Pregnancy

Following a balanced diet is not only important but also essential during pregnancy. Your growing baby has special nutrient needs and places extra demand on your body, hence, consuming a well balanced diet is important. During pregnancy you have increased nutritional requirements, especially for protein, calcium, iron

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Free Online Nutrition Counseling Service for a Limited Time Only!

  In preparation for the official launch of Nutrition A-Z’s online nutrition counseling service, I will be offering free trial sessions for those requiring guidance from a dietitian. As this is only a trial period, the number of people enrolled will be limited to 6, however, 2 have

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In the Spotlight: Go Organic ME – Organic Freshness in a Box

For those living in Dubai,  in the UAE , growing your own produce might not be the easiest venture to embark on…So why not sit back, relax, and enjoy organic freshness delivered to your doorstep, in a box! Today’s guest writer and founder of Go Organic ME, Meenaxy

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Berry Fever: Why You Should Eat More

The power of berries has been the hype of nutritional research for many years now especially when looking at fighting diseases. Researches are unveiling more evidence that richly coloured fruits and vegetables provide us with disease-preventive compounds against diseases such as cancer, heart disease and Alzheimer’s disease.

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