Nutrition Articles
Why cinnamon is a super spice for curbing sugar cravings, supporting PCOS and heart health
Rich in flavour and high in health benefits, cinnamon can enhance the taste of your food and support your overall wellbeing. Commonly known for helping with improving blood sugar control,...
Should we replace sugar with artificial sweeteners?
Sugar substitutes may taste sweet and seem like a good alternative in a low-sugar diet, but consuming foods and drinks containing these are not without their risks. There is an...
Viridian founder recognised for services to industry
Viridian founder Cheryl Thallon has been given special recognition for her service to industry by Health Stores Ireland (HSI). Cheryl, a champion of the natural and organic sector was presented...
Hot flushes? Mood swings? Disrupted sleep? How blood sugar balance can ease menopausal symptoms
Could a low sugar approach be key to managing hot flushes, weight gain and other menopausal symptoms? Menopause and insulin resistance The simple answer is yes. Symptoms such as hot...
Have We Gone Too Far with Tracking Health?
With the rise in personalised nutrition and the constant evolution of technology to monitor our health, are we going too far? Nutritionist Phil Beard digs deeper into its implications to...
Viridian Nutrition Comments on Malnutrition News
News released at the start of the year that shows hospital admissions due to lack of vitamins are on the rise! Hospital admission for iron deficiency has increased 10-fold,...
Herb Hero: Saffron
Common names: Saffron, also known as Crocus sativus, is a spice from the Iridaceae family. Most commonly bright orange in colour, the strands from this purple flower have long been...
Can too much sugar affect your skin and lead to skin ageing?
We all know excessive sugar is bad for our health but just how disruptive is the sweet stuff to our skin? Long term, a less than nutrient rich diet loaded...
