New Principles of Functional Nutrition course starting in September 2014. Details here

Increase your knowledge and skills in 2014 with the IHS e-Learning Certificate in Dietary Counselling or Diploma in Diet, Health & Wellness Coaching. New practical elements added.

In-class version running in Cork and Dublin from September 2014


Interviewing now for our Diploma in Nutritional Therapy (Dublin), Diploma in Diet, Health and Wellness Coaching (Dublin & Cork) and in-class Dietary Counselling Certificate (Dublin & Cork) starting in September 2014




IHS Open Days
Saturday 21st June 2014 10am - 2pm, Education & Research Centre, Our Lady's Hospice,Harold's Cross, Dublin
Saturday 28th June 2014 9.30am - 1pm, Bru Columbanus, Cardinal Way, Wilton, Cork
Meet staff and current students, talks on our various courses. Attend an IHS lecture. Please contact the office to book your place

Sports Drinks: No Better than Diluted Cola

July 30, 2012 | In Health, News, Recipe

The Olympics are in full swing and all the competing athletes are looking for that extra edge to get them that elusive gold. Endurance athletes in particular rely heavily on ‘sports’ drinks including some very famous brands, but are these any better than diluted cola? Some research suggests not, so here is a recipe for the ultimate homemade sports drink that will not only rehydrate but will also replenish many more nutrients. Continue reading Sports Drinks: No Better than Diluted Cola…





Low Fat Diets: A Big Fat Lie, by Suzanne Laurie

July 23, 2012 | In Health, News

We are all getting fatter. We know this because Government statistics keep reminding us of the fact. But everyone I know seems to be on a diet, and obsessed with not eating very much at all. Although most of us still tuck into the odd nutritionally questionable treat, the same statistics that tell us we are fat are also telling us that calorie intake between the mid 1970s and today have dropped and we are exercising more. So why aren’t our waistlines shrinking? Continue reading Low Fat Diets: A Big Fat Lie, by Suzanne Laurie…





What is Health and Wellness Coaching? Dr Michael Arloski, Ph.D., PCC, CWP

July 16, 2012 | In Health, News

Wellness coaching is the application of the principles and processes of professional life coaching to the goals of lifestyle improvement for higher levels of wellness. Wellness coaches today work to help people get positive results in areas like weight loss, smoking cessation, medical compliance/adherence, stress reduction, time management and job performance. Continue reading What is Health and Wellness Coaching? Dr Michael Arloski, Ph.D., PCC, CWP…





Can a Lack of Sleep Make you Fat?

July 11, 2012 | In Health, News

Unfortunately the answer may be yes, as researchers discover that a lack of sleep may be another in the long list of lifestyle factors conspiring to keep us from being as svelte as we would like! The link between sleep and weight was made in a new scientific paper which investigated the evidence from a number of sleep restriction studies which appear to show that inadequate sleep is linked to obesity. Continue reading Can a Lack of Sleep Make you Fat?…





Open Day Power Ball Recipes

July 10, 2012 | In News, Recipe

These are some ideas for treats that can add extra nutritional value to your diet, when eaten in moderation. They can replace some of the treats you might normally crave which are higher in sugar or saturated fat. The quality and freshness of ingredients are important to ensure optimum nutritional benefits. These foods can help supplement your diet with valuable vitamins, minerals, amino acids, antioxidants and other nutrients, all in a natural plant food form. As they are made and eaten raw, none of the nutrients will be destroyed by cooking. The combination of essential fats, protein and carbohydrate in them can act as a ‘pick me up’ whilst not upsetting blood sugar balance. Continue reading Open Day Power Ball Recipes…