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25.01.2022 Nutritional supplements are amazing and can make a big difference in people’s health in a short period of time (while we work on the long term stuff). . BUT they can’t work if we don’t take them. Non-compliance can be due to texture and taste but it’s usually just forgetting to take them. .... Here’s some tips for getting them in: . 1. Put them somewhere prominent like next to the kettle for morning doses or on the bedside table for night time ones. . 2. Need to take them at work? Put powders or liquids into a travel cup (like above) and add water before taking. Put tablets and capsules in with your lunch, work folder or wallet. . 3. Set up reminders on your phone (even nutritionists do this one!). . 4. Add to juices, smoothies, yoghurt or ice cream if the taste is an issue. Maple syrup is also great for masking liquid herbs and fish oil. . 5. Some supplements are ok in heat (fish oil, minerals) add them to your meal after serving. . And finally make sure to let your practitioner know if you’re struggling with something. Usually when we put together a prescription we have a few products in mind and then choose the most indicated. So we will always have an alternative for you. Now go and take your supps!. See more

25.01.2022 Beware of diets dressed up as wellness and lifestyle programs. . if it has rules, restricts or labels food as good and bad it’s a diet. .... Next comes the restrict-binge-restrict cycle, messed up metabolism, weight cycling and serious damage to mental health and quality of life (not to mention the financial cost!). . Women (and everyone) are worth so much more than this! . . So the next time you see it on social media, magazines, TV or hear it coming out of well meaning peoples mouths, say thanks but no thanks!. See more

25.01.2022 Rice paper rolls. Super quick and easy plus kids love making their own. Tick off your daily veggies in one meal!.

25.01.2022 Our bodies have an immune system, which is a complex network of special cells and organs that defends the body from germs and other foreign invaders. . At the core of the immune system is the ability to tell the difference between self and nonself: what's you and what's foreign. .... A flaw can make the body unable to tell the difference between self and nonself. When this happens, the body makes autoantibodies that attack normal cells by mistake. . At the same time, special cells called regulatory T cells fail to do their job of keeping the immune system in line. The result is a misguided attack on your own body and this causes the damage we know as autoimmune disease. . The body parts that are affected depend on the type of autoimmune disease. There are more than 80 known types. . For many autoimmune diseases, symptoms come and go, or can be mild at times and severe at others. When symptoms go away for a while, it's called remission. Flares are the sudden and severe onset of symptoms. . Addressing gut health, removing dietary triggers and managing stress are only part of the picture when treating autoimmunity. . Because autoimmune disease presents differently in each person with varied symptoms and severities, an individualised approach with short and long term health goals is crucial. See more

23.01.2022 Warmer weather means smoothies are back!. I try to focus on more warming nourishing foods in winter and cooling foods in warmer weather, similar to the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

23.01.2022 Chucked a whole lot of leftovers and veggies in a pan last night then took it to the next level with this fermented sriracha by @foleysfrothingfermentations . AMZING!!!!! Grab it from @funki_munki_health_food and put it on everything!.

22.01.2022 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people continue to suffer the worst diet-related health of all population groups in Australia. Poor nutrition is an important factor contributing to malnutrition, cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and tooth decay. The current poor nutritional health of many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is in marked contrast to the situation prior to European settlement in Australia, when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peo...ple were generally healthy and enjoyed a varied traditional diet low in energy density and rich in nutrients. Over the last twelve years, successive governments have failed to deliver the reforms needed to close the gap on health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Access to affordable nutritious food and nutrition education should be a right and not something that creates inequality. See more

21.01.2022 Happy client, happy practitioner. I love getting feedback like this from clients (this one was after only a week of following my plan!). .... Book an appointment today and let’s start working together on your health and happiness! Link in bio. See more

19.01.2022 Never too old for smiley face pancakes and never too old for breakfast for dinner!. . I made some mini pancakes with the leftovers for lunchboxes. Winner winner pancake dinner!.

19.01.2022 Last big pot of broth going on the fire so I topped it right up! (it’s definitely going to bubble over...). This one has shiitake mushrooms and goji berries thrown in for their adaptogenic properties. . Wellness influencers have recently jumped on the adaptogen bandwagon but their use can be traced back to 3000B.C. in ancient Chinese and Ayurvedic practices. ... . The term adaptogen was first coined in the 1950’s and Western practitioners have been using these herbs for decades. . Their current popularity is most likely due to our modern way of life consisting of high stress, poor energy and chronic disease, as they address stress and fatigue by targeting the body’s three stages of stress: alarm, resistance and exhaustion. See more

19.01.2022 School holidays are fast approaching! (I only just realised this!). It’s the perfect time for kids (and teachers!) to book in for a nutritional assessment, and remember I now offer a free 15min phone call if you would like to have a chat about how we can work together.

18.01.2022 Nutrition consults + personalised treatment. Clinic based in Inverell, NSW. Online anywhere via Zoom. Kids health + fussy eating. Weight loss barriers + Diet assessment.... Stress + Anxiety + Sleep + Energy. Plus so much more! Book now. See more

18.01.2022 Bacteria uses undigested dietary fibre and the glycoprotein-rich mucous lining of the gut as an energy source. . When fibre isn’t available the microbes rely more on the mucous layer (which is up to 80% carbohydrates) as a fuel source. .... This negatively affects the gut lining causing erosion, increased inflammation, reduced immunity and intestinal permeability (leaky gut). . Now you know this, imagine what’s happening on a low carb diet..... See more

17.01.2022 Post yoga smoothie (cos I get so hungry when enlightened!) blueberries. peanut butter. oats.... olive oil. cinnamon. soy milk. greens (I use Matrix Phase Detox by @biopracticaau) The biggest tip with smoothies is to sip it slowly over about 20mins to give leptin (your fullness hormone) a chance to communicate with your brain. It’s also more gentle on your blood sugar levels and digestion. See more

16.01.2022 If the body doesn't absorb its required amount of iron it becomes iron deficient. . Symptoms often appear only when iron deficiency has progressed to iron deficiency anemia, a condition in which the body's iron stores are so low that not enough normal red blood cells can be made to carry oxygen efficiently. .... Iron deficiency is one of the most common nutritional deficiencies and the leading cause of anemia in Australian women. . Symptoms can include: Fatigue. Pale skin and fingernails. Weakness. Dizziness. Headache. Glossitis (inflamed tongue). . Those at higher risk are: Pregnant Women. Adolescent Girls. Women with heavy menstrual periods. Women with restrictive or inconsistent diets. . The body absorbs two to three times more iron from animal sources (haem iron) than from plants (non-haem iron). . Some of the best animal sources of iron are: Lean beef. Oysters. Chicken. Turkey. . Although you absorb less of the iron in plants, every bite counts, and adding a source of vitamin C to vegetarian sources of iron will enhance absorption. . Some of the best plant sources of iron are: Beans and lentils. Tofu. Baked potatoes. Cashews. Dark green leafy vegetables such as spinach. Fortified breakfast cereals. Whole-grain and enriched breads. . Eat a balanced, healthy diet that includes good sources of iron throughout to prevent any deficiencies. . Combine vegetarian sources of iron with vitamin C in the same meal. For example: a capsicum, mixed bean, spinach salad with lemon juice dressing. . Avoid consuming iron with tea, coffee and calcium tablets as these may inhibit absorption. . If iron deficiency is suspected, a referral will be made for a full blood count test followed by treatment which may include changes in diet or taking supplements. . Gut health and other biological factors, such as stress, are also taken into consideration when developing an holistic treatment plan. See more

16.01.2022 Taco Tuesday!. Make it go further by adding beans to the mince and topping with loads of veg.

15.01.2022 Insomnia is something I see almost every consultation with women of all ages. . One in four women have some insomnia symptoms, such as trouble falling asleep, trouble staying asleep, or both. Insomnia is more common in women, especially older women, than in men. .... Chronic insomnia can affect your ability to do daily tasks like working, going to school, or caring for yourself (and others) and achieving your goals. . Insomnia is a common sleep disorder. It is defined as an inability to go to sleep, waking up too early, or feeling unrested after sleep for at least three nights a week for at least three months. Most adult women need to get seven or more hours of sleep a night to feel rested. . Insomnia can lead to or contribute to the development of other health problems, such as depression, anxiety, heart disease, and stroke. . Women may be more likely to have insomnia than men because women experience unique hormonal changes that can cause insomnia symptoms, during pregnancy, peri menopause/menopause and their menstrual cycle. . People with insomnia are 10 times more likely to have depression, and 17 times more likely to have anxiety. Researchers aren't sure if mental health conditions lead to insomnia or if insomnia leads to mental health conditions. However in my clinic, I find addressing anxiety first almost always results in better sleep for my patients. . Sleep is essential for good health. During sleep, our bodies and brains repair themselves. Some research suggests our brains use the time during sleep to clear away toxins that build up during the day. Sleep is also important for our ability to learn and form memories. . Improving my patients quality of sleep is often the first thing addressed in their treatment plan as it can be a barrier to achieving their health goals and often underpins other symptoms and conditions. See more

15.01.2022 First week of the school holidays is now booked out. Still some availability’s for the second week.

14.01.2022 New service alert!. It’s occurred to me that some people may not know how Nutrition and a Nutritionist works (no I’m not going to make you drink green smoothies and eat tofu.... unless you want to). If you’ve found yourself wondering how Nutritional Medicine can help you, book in for a FREE 15min phone call and let’s chat! . Booking link in bio.

13.01.2022 Women’s Health Week is a week dedicated to all women across Australia to make good health a priority. . This week I’ll be talking about the most common women’s health topics I see in clinic, and how nutrition can help. .... This is a great time to think about your own health and what positive changes you could make to improve it. . If there’s a topic you’d like me to specifically address, leave a comment below. See more

11.01.2022 When was the last time you tuned into what your body needs?

11.01.2022 Book week, Stacey McGill treasurer Babysitter’s Club. Hmmm how do I relate this to nutrition? ... Got it! As parents and carers we can influence our kids in many ways whether it’s our favourite books growing up or eating and enjoying amazing healthy food! (Lol what a stretch!) See more

10.01.2022 Nutrition Hack. If you’re going to the trouble (and mess) of preparing veggies for dinner, make a double serve so you have leftovers to create a quick nutritious lunch the next day. . Simple baked zucchini with herbs, lemon zest & juice, garlic and lots of olive oil.... . Simple salad with leftover zucchini and broccoli with added spinach and smoked salmon. See more

09.01.2022 A simple bowl of nourishing bone broth, eggs and greens. Full of gut healing goodness. Personalised gut healing programs available one on one with me in clinic and online.

09.01.2022 Some days are just better than others.....

07.01.2022 Ahhh spring you’re so pretty!.

05.01.2022 Food is so much more than just fuel.... It’s comfort, disease prevention, social, cultural and a way to show love

03.01.2022 In case you were going to start a new diet/restriction tomorrow because the last one didn’t work. If you are over diet culture and how it makes you, feel give me a call and let’s chat about a better way.

01.01.2022 . Hope all my little clients have a fantastic time these school holidays! . A perfect time to get kids involved with preparing food and great exposure for the more selective eaters. .... Let them choose the recipe, make the list, shop for the ingredients, do the majority of the prep and cooking (helping when needed) and then of course sharing it with friends and family. . The experience and skills they learn far out way the mess! See more