Over 3,000 secondary students and teachers from all over the country attended last year’s HealthFest event in the RDS in Dublin. Organised by the National Dairy Council and safefood, the free event has become one of the most highly anticipated events for transition year students. This year’s event is being held on Thursday 26th April at the National Sports Campus in … [Read more...]
Fuelling right for Success – Top Irish athletes discuss the importance of good nutrition
“Eating well is essential and adapting your nutritional intake to your sport is a necessity. In-season or out of season, as well as pre-, during and post-performance, all influence our nutritional considerations.” Irish and international rugby player Rob Kearney said at a recent special press briefing hosted by the National Dairy Council (NDC) and the Sport Ireland Institute. … [Read more...]
‘Nutrition & You’ Booklet Launched to Support Healthy Ageing
“We don’t all age under the media spotlight like Meryl Streep or George Clooney, but it is inevitable that we are all ageing,” says Brendan Courtney, Broadcaster and Designer. “However we can make healthy lifestyle choices which could contribute significantly to our wellbeing and help us to age gracefully.” He was speaking at the launch of a new booklet entitled ‘Nutrition … [Read more...]
Back to School Lunch Box & Nutrition Tips from National Dairy Council
BACK TO SCHOOL: VARIETY, BALANCE AND ADVENTURE CAN BOOST SCHOOL LUNCH-BOXES Over 555,000 primary school children are expected to return to school this Autumn, including over 71,000 new Junior Infants. Dr. Marianne Walsh, Nutrition Manager at the National Dairy Council gives some practical tips and suggestions to help parents and families to plan lunch-boxes and snacks … [Read more...]
New Year – Lasting Resolutions and Tips for Healthier Diets
New Year – Lasting Resolutions A New Year – a time for new beginnings and New Year resolutions. With diet-related resolutions being top of the list for many people, Dr. Catherine Logan, Nutrition Manager in the National Dairy Council, provides practical advice for successful changes which can last. Take the Time this New Year With the start of a fresh, … [Read more...]
Healthy Habits – For Life, Not Just For New Year!
With the festive feasts and treats behind us, 2014 brings a fresh start as many of us consider a healthier approach to our diet and exercise habits. This New Year Caroline O’Donovan, Nutritionist at the National Dairy Council, provides some helpful hints for sensible slimming. Eating Wisely for Your Waistline This time of year, ‘fad’ diets which promise quick-fixes for weight … [Read more...]
IRFU & NDC Sports Nutrition Seminar in Galway
An interactive workshop to provide coaches of young rugby players with up to date sports nutritional information took place in Connacht Rugby Sportsground, Galway City on Wednesday 16th May 2012. Organised jointly by the IRFU & The National Dairy Council as part of the Milk it For All It’s Worth campaign, it set out to up-skill coaches working with players ranging from … [Read more...]