Vitam Wellbeing

19/07/2023

New feature Article - Nutritional Therapists should be in NHS Primary Care:

75 years of the NHS, yet still no provision for preventative diet and lifestyle support.

As the National Health Service (NHS) celebrates its 75th anniversary, the nation has been reflecting on NHS accomplishments. A new report from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveals Brits feel their general wellbeing has declined in recent years and only 53.9% of Brits are happy with the UK’s health system in it's current form (1)

Public opinion is clear – we all want to maintain the right to free health care at the point of delivery (2). However, with the increasing burden of chronic disease and the limitations of conventional medicine, it is time for change. Change that shifts the focus within the NHS to crucial preventative healthcare, and a model that provides patients with the resources needed to change their diet and lifestyle habits in promotion of health. There are simply not enough GP’s to tackle the burden of chronic disease. The incorporation of nutritional therapy into NHS primary care could revolutionise patient care and outcomes....

Read the full article by BANT Science and Education Manager Clare Grundel at Integral Nutrition by clicking the link in our bio and scrolling down to 'Articles' or using this link:

https://bant.org.uk/nutritional-therapists-should-be-in-nhs-primary-care/

29/06/2023

How many of your pantry items are ultra-processed foods or drinks?

With c.50% of the UK basket being spent on UPFs, the average kitchen pantry is likely to contain many highly processed condiments, sauces, ready meals, packaged goods etc so what better place to start reducing your UPF consumption then by auditing your kitchen cupboards.

Check back to our post last week on the NOVA guide to food processing to help you identify minimally processed items such as canned tomatoes versus ultra processed items such as canned tomato soup complete with the many flavouring, additives, emulsifiers and stabilisers contained within.

Find a BANT Nutrition Practitioner at bant.org.uk

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09/06/2023

Day 1 of 2, Redefining Psychiatry with Regenerus Labs and I look forward to day 2.

Depression, anxiety, neurodivergence, antidepressant withdrawal and lack of support and understanding, impact of key nutrient deficiencies, genetic influence and more.

Another important group of health conditions where we would benefit in closing the gap between allopathic and naturopathic medicine and support clients more effectively.

05/06/2023

Well, Panorama's programme on ultra-processed foods was interesting and I look forward to an unbiased report from the government in the summer.
No time like now to think about and act on the quality of our food choices. What we are putting in our shopping trollies and our mouths.

Is there 1 food or drink you could find a fresh alternative to?

18/11/2022

Today is men’s mental health awareness day. I’ve spent a lot of November delivering presentations on men’s health and the one statistic that shocks me is that men are 3 times more likely to die of su***de than women.
Make sure you get great sleep, try to stay active and engaged with friends.
Eat as well as you can, but above all, talk.

Please be aware of organisations such a CALM, MIND and the Samaritans or check if you have access to support via your employer.

18/10/2022

World menopause day.

When it comes to our Womb Stories, it’s never that simple. Explore our archive of inspirational stories – we’d love to hear yours too!

22/08/2022

E. coli by Luke Jarram, 2015.

This wonderful piece is part of the Edinburgh Art Festival at the Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh. It is 5 million times larger than life!
Although some forms of E.coli can cause disease, most forms are friendly and required to support digestion and also to form vitamins K and B12. I think Luke Jarram's creation makes it look very friendly! What do you think?

18/08/2022

For clients based in or near Edinburgh - Edinburgh Leisure are offering a 7 day pass for only £7 before the end of August. This includes the gyms, pools, fitness classes and climbing.

So if you're curious about what they have to offer, or want to try a few new ways of moving, its a great offer.

Until 31st August, you can enjoy a week's worth of gym, swim and fitness classes for only £7 with an Edinburgh Leisure 7 Day Pass. 

15/06/2021

Nutrition and hydration are the pillars of a healthy diet and along with other lifestyle factors are at the centre of personalised nutrition and lifestyle

07/05/2021

BANT welcomes the British Journal of General Practice (BJGP) May 4th article on lifestyle medicine (1) and is encouraged by the acknowledgement of

05/05/2021

Blood sugar regulation is at the basis of all metabolic health. How you prepare your food, what you eat and when are all important and can be within your control.

https://bant.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/BANT_FFYH_BLOOD_GLUCOSE_REGULATION.pdf?fbclid=IwAR2U0d0pspedkP8SMM63RBiWlT9uWlsFzwnZgAhQJR1TfRKSuju1HM7QHVU

04/05/2021

Hundreds of Scots have sought medical cannabis treatment following the opening of Scotland’s first regulated clinic.