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Big Sis Nutrition & Dietetics

Locality: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 401 602 748

Address: 405 Canterbury Rd, Surrey Hills 3127 Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.bigsisnutrition.com.au/

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12.01.2022 TODAYS SPOTLIGHT NUTRIENT IODINE Iodine is involved in the production of the thyroid hormone. Thyroid hormone is involved in regulating your metabolism and has a key role in both your brain and body growth and development. Thyroid hormone also contributes to the development of a healthy nervous system and in regulating your 5 senses During pregnancy, your iodine requirement increases, as your thyroid activity increases. It is recommended that you work on increasing you...r iodine intake 6 months before you begin trying to conceive, as it can take some time for your levels to increase. In Australia it is recommended that women who are considering pregnancy, currently pregnant or breastfeeding should have 150 micrograms per day through supplementation as well as including it in their diet. So where can you find iodine in your diet? Iodine is naturally found in seaweed, dairy products, eggs and seafood. In Australia all commercially sold bread has iodised salt added to it, meaning that the rest of the population has no problem getting their iodine needs!

11.01.2022 OH BOY! My family and I were SO excited to receive this little goodie box #gifted from @carmanskitchen Can't wait to try those birthday cake oat bars! And how did they know the dark chocolate cranberry bars were my favourite ... . . . #BigSisNutrition #yummysnacks See more

09.01.2022 SPOTLIGHT NUTRIENT FOLATE Folate is one of the big ones when it comes to pre-pregnancy and pregnancy nutrients. Most people are aware that an insufficient amount of folate can cause neural tube defects, leading to spina bifida. The neural tube is a collection of cells that eventually go on to form the brain and spinal cord... The terms folic acid and folate are used interchangeably! Simply put, folate is the naturally occurring form found in food and folic acid is the form commonly found in supplements. Both work the same in adding to your levels Folate is essential for healthy growth and development as it contributes to DNA synthesis, and cell repair and growth The recommendation for women who are pregnant or planning to conceive is 600 micrograms daily. You should be aiming to have a folic acid supplement a month prior to trying for a baby, as well as trying to include it in your diet. You can find folate in - Cruciferous Vegetables (Broccoli, and Brussel sprouts) - Leafy greens - Peas - Legumes - Folic Acid fortified breakfast cereals. #BigSisNutrition #spotlightnutrient #WomenSupportingWomen #WomensHealth #pregnancydietitian #pregnancy #pregnancynutrition #prenatal #prenatalsupplements #prepregnancy #prepregnancyplanning

08.01.2022 KEY NUTRIENTS FOR PRECONCEPTION and PREGNANCY This is just a small list of the key nutrients that are needed to support a healthy conception and pregnancy! I'll be doing a "SPOTLIGHT" on each of these nutrients for how they help in supporting you and your baby and what foods you can eat to include them into your diet!... . . . STAY TUNED #APD #pregnancydietitian #dietitianmelboune #womenshealth #pregnancynutrition #prepregnancynutrition #preconception #nutrition #BigSisNutrition

02.01.2022 OUT OF OFFICE We will be closed from Tuesday December 22nd - Monday January 4th Thankyou to everyone who has given Big Sis Nutrition love and support this year. It's been a trying and testing year but any support and love you've given this baby business has meant the world. SENDING you all happiness and love.