Progressing with ION

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Slimming World vs Weight Watchers vs Nutritional Therapy: which is better for weight loss?

Slimming World and Weight Watchers help hundreds of thousands of people lose weight every year, but not without controversy. Here are the pros and cons of these plans, how they compare to each other, and how nutritional therapy stacks up as an alternative.
It's wild garlic season! Here's how to make the most of it

Wild garlic is in bloom from April until June, so get into the trees and find this precious herb to make delicious garlic pesto.
Turkey Chilli with Black Beans and Sweetcorn

This hearty recipe from Food for the Brain's new recipe app, Upgrade Your Brain CookApp, is full of warmth, flavour and brain-friendly ingredients.

75 Hard challenge: the ‘mental toughness’ programme taking TikTok by storm

75 Hard promises to permanently change your life, starting from the inside – but can it? In fact, is it even safe to try at all?
The lowdown on low stomach acid

Stomach acid is an important part of digestion. Most of us try to avoid having too much, because it can cause heartburn and acid reflux, but too little stomach acid can also be problematic.
June In-Person Open Day

Choosing the right course for you is an important decision and attending an Open Day is the best way to discover what we can offer. Join us for our June Open Day to learn about our courses, entry requirements, student support and flexible post-study career options.
How does nutrition affect your sports performance?

Whether you’re an elite athlete or go to the gym once a week, your body requires fuel when you exercise. We look at exactly what foods you should be eating and when
Carnivore diet: what if we only ate meat?

Carnivores only eat meat and animal products – some eat only beef, salt and water. They say the diet mimics what our ancestors ate – but does it?
How nutritional therapy may help with eczema

Eczema can be both mentally and physically debilitating for those who suffer from it. We look at how nutritional therapy may help to manage the condition
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Craving mashed potatoes? Try these nutritious alternatives

Mashed potatoes may hit the spot when it’s cold and dark outside, but swapping spuds for other winter veg will pack in nutrition as well as comfort.
Everything you need to know about beetroot

Beetroot adds more than a splash of colour to mealtimes; often called a ‘superfood’, it also provides a winning combination of health benefits.

Key facts

Award
Certificate

Duration
7-9 months

Study time
10-17 hours per week and Touch point sessions

Course code
ED200PTD (online learning), rNTSAC

Entry dates
October: ED201PTD
January: ED202PTD
May: ED203PTD

Tuition fees
£2,900

Key facts

Course codes
C0502FTD (full-time)
C0502PTD (part-time)

Award
Graduate Diploma

Credits
120

Duration
1 year full-time
2 years part-time

Study time
20 hours per week full-time
10 hours per week part-time

Entry month
February

Tuition fees*
£7,875 full-time
£3,940 part-time

£200 per 20 credits RCPL (certified)
£375 per 20 credits REPL (experiential)

£475 registration fee

* For 2022/23 academic year. Fees for subsequent years may increase in line with inflation

Key facts

Entry:
September and February

Location:
Online with optional attendance activities

Duration:
4.5 years part-time or
3 years full-time

Course code:
C0503PTD (part-time)
C0503FTD (full-time)

Fees part time:
£5,250 - per year, years 1-4
£2,625 - year 5

Fees full time:
£9,250 - per year

Awarding body:
University of Portsmouth

* Fees may increase in line with inflation

Key facts

Course codes
C0503PTD (online)

Award
BSc (Hons)

Credits
120

Pathways
Qualified nutritional therapist

Duration
1.5 years part-time

Study time
15-20 hours per week plus time to watch lectures

Entry dates
September, February

Tuition fees*
£5,950 per year
£2,625 year 5

* For 2023/24 academic year. Fees for subsequent years may increase in line with inflation