Gut, Fertility, Pregnancy & Women's Health Dietitian Sutherland Shire, Nutritionist Sutherland Shire
Anzac biscuits were made by wives and women’s groups and sent to Australian and New Zealand soldiers during war as they did not spoil and could be easily transported. Today, they are made in remembrance of the sacrifice soldiers made for Australia and New Zealand and traditionally baked on Anzac Day.
Here is my take on the Anzac biscuit. It is packed with fibre with the goodness of oats and coconut and has a soft chewy texture. Continue reading “Anzac Biscuits”
Wondering what foods you’ll see popping up everywhere in 2018? Below I’m listing the top trends that you’ll start seeing in 2018. Continue reading “Top Food Trends for 2018”
It’s true what they say…you get out what you put in. This is especially important when it comes to what you eat. Continue reading “Achieve a Healthier You this New Year with these Simple Steps”
Superfoods, it’s becoming one of the most overused words to sell products these days. Often they have high mark ups and tout impressive health claims, but these don’t always stack up.
You may be surprised to hear that superfoods don’t need to cost a fortune. Continue reading “Super Healthy Superfoods”
Confused on whether you should or shouldn’t be eating pasta or nuts to help you lose weight? And what about those vegan brownies? Are they healthy? Here we give you a break down on some popular food choices and have worked out which are healthy and others you should put back on the shelf. Continue reading “Eating for Health – Are Some Foods Best Left Out of the Shopping Basket?”
It seems every week a food is labelled as good or bad and many vow never to eat it again (or for the next few weeks anyway). But is nutrition advice really that simple? Continue reading “Why Nutrition Advice Is Not Always Simple”
Vegetarians have embraced legumes for a long time, but what are the rest of us missing out on? Continue reading “Are Legumes Healthy?”
The Fast Diet or 5:2 Diet is growing in popularity, but what exactly is it? Continue reading “The 5:2 Diet – Does it Live up to the Hype?”
Diet tips: they’re everywhere – some good, some bad and some downright crazy. I’m debunking the top 10 most common diet tips, many of which sound sensible, but are actually the opposite! Continue reading “Are These the 10 Worst Diet Tips Ever?”
When going on a diet it is common to cut out all the “bad” and junk foods. But can you have the best of both worlds and still enjoy your favourite meals with a few tweaks? Continue reading “Smart Choices When Eating Out”
Seeing stars? Have you noticed the star ratings that have started to appear on the front of packaged foods recently? Here we give you the lowdown on what all those stars mean. Continue reading “The Health Star Labels Uncoded”
There are so many sports drinks available these days, but do we really need them? Continue reading “Time to Rethink Sports Drinks”
To snack or not to snack? That is the question. Choosing the right snacks to help you reach your weight loss goal can be tricky. As a dietitian, I know that snacks can be a massive calorie trap, so here are some top tips on choosing the best snacks to stave off hunger and keep your goals in check! Continue reading “Best Snacks for Weight Loss”
What is the best breakfast choice if you are trying to lose weight? Should you choose the poached eggs on toast or a bowl of natural muesli to start your day? Continue reading “What’s the Best Breakfast for Weight Loss?”
Trying to choose healthy options at the supermarket can feel like going on a CIA intelligence mission. Words like ‘light’ and ‘no cholesterol’ sound convincing, but what do they actually mean? Continue reading “Cracking the Code on Food Labels”
There are so many new miracle weight loss diets hitting the market, how do you separate fact from fiction? Here’s how to avoid a dud.
Have you noticed the aisles full of gluten-free foods popping up in supermarkets lately? Food manufacturers are fostering a trend that’s becoming more and more popular. But is going gluten-free actually any healthier, and will it lead to weight loss? Continue reading “Should you go Gluten Free to Lose Weight?”
The best defence to ward off colds and flu is a healthy immune system, and good nutrition is essential for keeping your immune system strong. This is important in cooler weather, when seasonal illnesses like colds and flus are at their peak. Maintaining a well-balanced diet will give you all the essential nutrients you need for a healthy immune system. Continue reading “Can Food Cure a Cold or Flu?”
Every dietitian is a nutritionist, but not every nutritionist is a dietitian. Sounds a little confusing doesn’t it. So who can you trust to give you nutrition advice? Continue reading “Dietitian vs Nutritionist”
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