Alison Cassar

Hypothyroid diet – foods that help and foods to avoid

Hypothyroidism (under-active thyroid) can remain undetected for years. People commonly have the symptoms of hypothyroidism even though their blood tests indicate that their thyroid function is 'normal'. This is because standard pathology tests for thyroid... Read >

Iron-rich foods

There are two types of iron ? heme (found in animal products) and non-heme (found in plant sources). Heme iron is far easier to absorb from food and is found abundantly in red meat. Non-heme iron on the other hand is much harder to absorb and in addition ... Read >

Healthy Food for the liver

Eating healthy foods for the liver can improve and support liver function on a daily basis. Having a healthy liver results in greater energy and general well-being. A poorly functioning liver can result in tiredness, headaches, bad breath, allergies and i... Read >

Caffeine addiction – how to give up successfully

Caffeine addiction is the same as any other addiction. This is because caffeine is a powerful drug and giving it up successfully requires dedication, planning and organisation. Caffeine is found in coffee, tea, cola, chocolate as well as common medication... Read >

Food that cause bloating

Bloating is a very common symptom that people often experience after eating a meal. The bloating is usually felt in the lower part of the abdomen and sometimes in the upper section. Bloating usually feels as if there is pressure being applied from the ins... Read >

Liver problems – what are the symptoms?

Liver problems can range from mild liver congestion to a serious liver disease. Depending on the problem, many people are unaware they have a liver problem and may only have vague symptoms. One of the most common symptoms is chronic tiredness. These peopl... Read >

Always tired – it could be iron-deficient anemia

The most common complaint I hear is that people always feel tired. In fact, most people seem to think feeling tired all the time is just a normal part of modern life. Fortunately, this isn't so. There are many causes of chronic tiredness. Sometimes i... Read >

Always tired – it could be adrenal exhaustion

The most common complaint I hear is that people always feel tired. In fact, most people seem to think feeling tired all the time is just a normal part of modern life. I have good news. It's not! There are many causes of chronic tiredness. Sometimes it... Read >

Always tired – it could be a liver problem

The most common complaint I hear is that people always feel tired. There are many causes of chronic tiredness. Sometimes it's obvious like not getting enough sleep, but other times it can be due to an underlying health issue. Chronic tiredness can be a fr... Read >

Best vitamin for energy

We need all vitamins and minerals for good health, well being and energy. However, particular nutrient deficiencies are associated with reduced energy and chronic tiredness. These include iron, magnesium, B12 and folic acid. We will explore each of these ... Read >