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Nutrition & Wellness
Learn. Understand. Nourish.
Clear, evidence-informed nutrition education to help you make better-informed everyday choices.
Nutrition basics
What Is Nutrition, Really?
Nutrition is more than what's on your plate. It describes the whole journey from food to the nutrients your body uses.
FoodNutrientsDigestionAbsorptionTransportMetabolismExcretion
Macronutrients
Needed in larger amounts
- CarbohydratesA main source of energy for the body.
- ProteinsBuilding blocks for growth, repair and many body functions.
- FatsProvide energy and essential fatty acids, and help absorb certain vitamins.
Micronutrients
Needed in smaller amounts
- VitaminsSupport a wide range of normal body processes.
- MineralsContribute to structure, fluid balance and many body functions.
Also essential
Other important components
- WaterEssential for hydration and countless body processes.
- Dietary fibreSupports digestion and is part of a balanced diet.
A healthy diet is built on balance, variety and moderation: eating from different food groups, in appropriate amounts, in a way that fits your culture and routine.
Educational information only. It is not a substitute for individualized advice.
Topics
What We'll Cover
The Nutrition & Wellness library is organised around four core themes.
Nutrition Fundamentals
- Macronutrients
- Micronutrients
- Balanced diet
- Fibre
- Hydration
- Food labels
Skin Nutrition
- Protein and skin
- Essential fats and skin barrier
- Antioxidants
- Vitamins and skin
- Hydration
Weight Management
- Sustainable weight management
- Portion control
- Protein
- Fibre
- Meal planning
- Common diet myths
Lifestyle
- Hydration
- Meal planning
- Healthy routines
- Sustainable habits
Article library
Articles
New articles are being written. Topics marked “Coming soon” are planned and will be published here.
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Protein and Skin Health: Why It Matters
Why adequate protein matters for skin structure, and how to meet your needs with everyday foods.
Vitamin D, B12 & Iron: Understanding Nutritional Gaps
Why these nutrients come up so often, and why symptoms alone aren't enough to identify a deficiency.
What Does a Balanced Indian Plate Look Like?
Building balanced meals from familiar foods: grains, dals, vegetables, protein and healthy fats.
Why Crash Diets Are Difficult to Sustain
Why extreme restriction rarely lasts, and what a more sustainable approach looks like.
Carbohydrates, Proteins and Fats, Explained
A simple introduction to the macronutrients and the role each one plays in the body.
Essential Fats and the Skin Barrier
How dietary fats contribute to the lipids that help maintain the skin's barrier.
Fibre: The Overlooked Part of a Balanced Diet
Why dietary fibre matters and easy ways to include more of it in your meals.
Portion Awareness Without Obsessive Counting
Practical ways to understand portions without turning every meal into arithmetic.
Hydration Through the Day
Simple habits that make drinking enough water easier, whatever your routine.
How to Read a Food Label
Making sense of serving sizes, nutrients and ingredient lists on packaged foods.
Meal Planning for Busy Weeks
A realistic approach to planning meals when time is short.
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