Virginnia Thomas, The Food Solutionist in Sydney, Australia | Nutritionist

Virginnia Thomas, The Food Solutionist

Locality: Sydney, Australia

Phone: +61 467 002 336

Address: waters lane, neutral bay 2090 Sydney, NSW, Australia

Website: http://Www.nourishingpantry.com.au

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25.01.2022 Simple lunch idea. Grainfree ricotta pancakes with kraut and hummus. Mix together 1 egg, 2 tbsp full fat ricotta and 2 tbsp ground lsa. Cook over a low heat in a well greased pan. #lowcarb #realfood #highprotein #goodfibre #lunchintenminutes #weightloss #guthealth #JERF #foodasmedicine #satisfying #filling #healthy #nutritionist #nourishingpantry #foodsolutionist

25.01.2022 This is natto. Japanese fermented soybean. It tastes like coffee but has a very stringy snot like texture which can be hard to get past. For this reason I eat it slightly frozen. Its packed with vitamin k2 which is essential for moving calcium about plus it has a good dose of gut loving bacteria. Enjoy it with some rice. A few shallots and a little sake #guthealth #natto #fermented #k2 #loveyourguts #realfood #traditional #Japanese #nutritious #bonehealth #probiotics #nutritionist #foodasmedicine #foodsolutionist #iknowallthetricks

25.01.2022 This is my Saturday night. Yes this constitutes as study and work, loving my job. 1 Australian, 1 French 1 Basque and 1 American. Now which wine? #cheese #curdnerd #study #exam #cheeseoftheworld #sartoricheese #onehascoffee #lovemyjob #foodsolutionist #nourishingpantry #nutritionist #americancheese #australiancheese #delicious

25.01.2022 I love a good fermented food and will recommend them over supplements for maintaining health. good quality researched strains found in supplements definitely have their place ad well.

25.01.2022 I love potato chips, there I said it. These were cooked in rendered chicken fat and they totally rocked. I like the theory of it you make it you can eat it, although that doesnt work for me with wine or cheese. #JERF #crisps #potato #chips #treat #homemade #delicious #notthatbad

21.01.2022 Today is international Womens day and while it is not a "food" day I will be having a cup of coffee and probably cake with some special women in my life. So often on these days we hear about the women who are doing big things, with big profiles I wanted to remind you that you are amazing, that you are strong, that you can do anything. I am also grateful for the amazing men in my life, starting with my Dad who taught me I can do anything I want to and that it is okay to be s...oft and emotional if thats how I want to be. My husband who reminds me that its okay to do things in my professional life in a different way to the men I am surrounded by that to succeed I just need to be me. I am also mindful of all the little girls who are born in countries where they are not so lucky, where being a woman is not celebrated. When I learned I was having a little girl I wished for her to be someone who is strong, who speaks her mind and who would never let her gender hold her back. I may have wished a little hard on the first two...... Thank you to all the women in this group who are doing the best they can to feed themselves and the next generation good wholesome real food. I raise my coffee cup to you and ask you to take a moment today to thank a woman in your life who has made a difference to you. Big big love and happy international womens day.

21.01.2022 Sharing the cheese love today at taste Sydney.

21.01.2022 At this time of the year, I add garlic to everything, it's the original "superfood" in my opinion, I even add it to breakfast. My friends haven't run a mile yet. It's antiviral and antibacterial properties help fight infection including the common cold. Garlic has been shown to inhibit the fungi that cause athlete's foot, it may neutralize Helicobacter pylori, which causes ulcers. ... It’s low in calories and very rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, and Manganese and may help lower high blood pressure and elevated cholesterol. The sulphur compounds in garlic have been shown to protect against organ damage from heavy metal toxicity. Plus it’s easy (and delicious) to include garlic in your current diet. It complements most savory dishes, particularly soups and sauces. The strong taste of garlic can also add a punch to otherwise bland recipes. Tell me what's your favorite way to use garlic.

20.01.2022 First time sampling the #tigerpie from #harryscafedewheels aka #piecart. This is beef pie with.mash and mushy pies smothered in gravy. Chilli con carne fries on the side. Ticking off the bucket list. #pies #wetweatherfood #sydneyharbour #date #hothusband #nutritionistsarehumanstoo #iconic #touristinmyowntown #delicious #goodkai #meatandtwovege

20.01.2022 Getting ready for #winter. This brew is known as master tonic or fire cider and will kill all nasty cold or flu bugs within miles. Its equal quantities #onion, #garlic, #chilli, #ginger and usually horseradish but I used #turmeric instead. Soak the ingredients in raw apple cider vinegar for at least 2 week then strain and store the liquid in the fridge. Add water and honey or add to broth or salad dressing. #foodasmedicine #healyourbody #immunityboost #metabolismboost #mastertonic #tradition #oldremedy #gettingmybrewon #nutritionist #foodsolutionist #spicy #germsnotwelcome

19.01.2022 Miss Elise is dreaming of summer with her salad creation. Delicious combination of tomato, avo and feta. Love that at nearly 10 she is beginning to understand flavour and texture combinations. Get your kids involved in the cooking and not only will they eat a wider variety but you are sharing skills that will last a life time. Kids can make more than cookies and cupcakes! #salad #fresh #realfood #JERF #glutenfree #goodfats #kidsinthekitchen #nevertooyoung #sydneyfood #nutritious #nourishingpantry #foodsolutionist

19.01.2022 Chocolate self-saucing pudding is always a winner, this gorgeous photo is from taste.com whose recipe I rejigged a little to make slightly healthier. For the recipe head to food for thought https://www.facebook.com/groups/1702931789994983/

19.01.2022 This is me and my Daughter, who was about 18 months at the time, teaching teenagers basic cooking. Practicing what I preach and getting kids in the kitchen young. Kay Richardson I love what you do.

19.01.2022 At this time of the year, I add garlic to everything, its the original "superfood" in my opinion, I even add it to breakfast. My friends havent run a mile yet. Its antiviral and antibacterial properties help fight infection including the common cold. Garlic has been shown to inhibit the fungi that cause athletes foot, it may neutralize Helicobacter pylori, which causes ulcers. ... Its low in calories and very rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, and Manganese and may help lower high blood pressure and elevated cholesterol. The sulphur compounds in garlic have been shown to protect against organ damage from heavy metal toxicity. Plus its easy (and delicious) to include garlic in your current diet. It complements most savory dishes, particularly soups and sauces. The strong taste of garlic can also add a punch to otherwise bland recipes. Tell me whats your favorite way to use garlic.

18.01.2022 Elise is sick with a cold. No big deal but j and I are dosing up on fire tonic to boost immunity and ward off the lurgy. this mixture is antiviral, antifungal, antibacterial and antipathetic, thats a whole lots anti. Also known as fire water, plague tonic and master tonic this stuff is a must have for winter. Simple to make but takes 2 weeks to brew so get on to it. in a large jar mix together equal quantities garlic, onion, ginger root, turmeric, horseradish and Chili. Cover with apple cider vinegar Pop the lid on and wait, giving a little shake each day. Strain solids after 2 week and take daily shots of the liquid. I dilute with water and add raw honey for elise.

18.01.2022 Comfort food needed. We said goodbye to our much loved Guinea pig, honey yesterday miss Elise is very sad and not hungry. She loves spaghetti so thats what shes got, with raw carrot and sauerkraut salad plus Brussels sprouts cooked lightly with butter and stock. Kinda healthy kinda not. #sad #kidfriendlyfood #stillrealfood #carrotsalad #kraut #sauerkraut #stock #lovemykid #keepingitreal #nourishingpantry #nutritionist

18.01.2022 Buckwheat and mushroom "porridge" for breakfast today. Mushrooms are a good source of vitamin D and buckwheat is alkalising and a great vegetable source of protein,plus antioxidants and ruin for lowering blood pressure. Add a good slosh of chicken stock for gut health us a dollop of cultured creme fraiche for healthy fays and you are ready to face the day. The buckwheat wad already cooked so this to about 10 minutes from start to finish. #breakfast #nutritious #mushrooms #buckwheat #foodasmedicine #vitamins #protein #nutrition #guthealth #loveyourguts #nourishingpantry #foodsolutionist #realfood #thinkingoutsidethecerealbox #healthyfats #healyourbody

17.01.2022 Cause some days call for big bowls of veggies with sesame and nigella seeds. #turnip #brusselssprouts #cauliflower #lunch #vegetables #vegan #lowcarb #weightloss #nourishingpantry #nutritious #nutritionist

17.01.2022 Finding comfort in this bowl of Thai curry. Lots of veggies, bone broth and coconut cream tick some heavy hitting nutrient boxes. Do you have a special comfort food?

16.01.2022 Rolled oats make a great start to the day. Low gi, good slow release carbs, beta glucan to lower cholesterol, quick to make and seriously cheap. Soak the oats in water overnight. Drain then cook for about 5 minutes with your choice of milk. Add some seeds, lsa mix, pysillium husks, hemp seeds....whatever you fancy. I spiced either vanilla bean, cinnamon and cocoa nibs today, top with berries and a good glug of pure cream. Good morning! #breakfast #healthyfats #healyourbody #lovefood #loveyourguts #guthealth #fibre #beautiful #familyfood #nourishing #foodasmedicine #porridge #delicious #nourishingpantry #foodsolutionist

14.01.2022 Happy Friday everyone . This is what my weekend looks like! A little light reading, lets hope it sticks in my head. Of course there will be plenty of cheese eating too.....this studying gig is tough how is your weekend looking? #cheese #lovemyjob #learning #artisan #rawmilk #lovecheese #foodsolutions #foodsolutionist #nourishingpantry #nutritionist #JERF #theresalwaysroomforcheese

14.01.2022 Playing with #sourdough my favourite kind of bread. The slow gentle rise makes this bread so much easier on tummies and the slight sour flavour is perfect smothered in cultured butter. #baking #bread #realfood #slowfood #nourishingpantry #traditional #JERF #foodsolutionist #foodascommunity #gift #homemade

13.01.2022 Reducing food waste is important. Tonight for dinner I have made pies using leftover turmeric and cumin pork. The ends of the pastry have been rolled with grated cheese (the ends of content, parmesan and cave tiger) to make cheats cheese straws. These are heading to the freezer for school lunches. #wastenotwednesday #nothingwasted #leftovers #lovefoodhatewaste #cheese #cheeserinds #familyfood #cheesestraws #cookiecutters #nutritious #nourishingpantry #foodsolutions #snacks

13.01.2022 Is low-fat dairy is healthier than full fat? You know by now just how much I love dairy. The thought that eating my beloved cheese and butter is doing me harm just doesnt sit well at all. Did you know that studies have shown that eating full-fat dairy products is not linked to an increased risk of heart disease or obesity? In fact, full-fat dairy from grass fed cows is associated with a decreased risk of heart disease.... Low-fat dairy is more processed than its full-fat sister so that alone is a red flag for anyone trying to follow a real food diet. Plus the fatty acids in the dairy help us feel more satisfied and send the signal to stop eating, not so the low-fat variety so we can end up consuming more calories overall, leading to weight gain. The fat also carries vitamins A and D so these need to be added back in when the low-fat milk is skimmed. Psychology also kicks in, if I gave you a bowl of ice cream and told you it was low fat I am willing to bet you would eat a larger helping than if I told you it was full fat, in which case you would savour and enjoy a smaller portion. Low-fat cheese is pretty tasteless so you need to use more to get any flavour into the dish. Taste definitely comes into it and some people simply prefer the taste of low-fat milk in tea or coffee totally fine if thats your reason but dont do it because you think its healthier. I give you full permission to enjoy real butter, full-fat yoghurt and cheese just remember that full-fat dairy is calorie dense so watch your portion sizes. Are you a low of full fat advocate?

13.01.2022 http://coach.nine.com.au//eating-cheese-does-not-raise-you

13.01.2022 Whey on the top of gorgeous pot set yoghurt made using live cultures and full fat milk. This stuff is liquid gold ad it is teaming with great bacteria. you can stir it back in or strain it off and use to soak.grains, make fermented veggies or add power to your smoothie. #whey #yoghurt #guthealth #realfood #nothingwasted #probiotics #JERF #protein #fullfat #traditional #nourishingpantry #nutritionist #foodasmedicine #foodsolutionist

12.01.2022 Have you used Sorrel? Sorrel is part of the buckwheat family, It can be used as a herb or leaf vegetable it is high in vitamin A and contains some calcium, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium and vitamin C. Sorrel has inbuilt "wow" factor, the startlingly sour leaf, if paired with more evenly balanced flavours, turns a simple meal into something very special. Plus you just poke it into the garden and it grows. How do you use it?... Add finely sliced to green salads Shred and fold into and omelet with a handful of grated cheese Add to a soup made with sweated onion, red lentils, and chicken stock Add to a smoothie with strawberries and banana Use to stuff chicken Peach and sorrel salad with a good glug of olive oil and a few macadamias Sorrel and asparagus tart Whizz equal weights of fresh sorrel and Greek yoghurt with a garlic clove, some olive oil and a little Dijon mustard use to dress roasted vegie or potato salad. Rhubarb and Sorrel salad. (serves four) This crunchy, crisp, sharp salad is ideal for spring and early summer. 50g red quinoa 40g radishes (about 3 small ones), cut into 3mm slices (I use a mandoline) 130g rhubarb (about 1 stalks), cut diagonally into 3mm slices 100g celery (about 2 stalks), cut diagonally into 3mm slices 50g parmesan, finely shaved 1 granny smith apple, cored, quartered and cut into 3mm wedges For the dressing 90g sorrel leaves 5 tbsp olive oil tsp Dijon mustard 2 tsp white-wine vinegar 1 tbsp sour cream Salt Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil. Add the quinoa and gently simmer for about 12 minutes, until cooked but still al dente. Strain, refresh and drain. Put all the dressing ingredients bar one tablespoon of oil into the small bowl of a food processor, add three-quarters of a teaspoon of salt and blitz smooth. Put all the salad ingredients in a large bowl. Pour over the dressing, add the remaining tablespoon of oil, mix together gently and serve.

12.01.2022 Getting some supercharged goodness into the family today. #broth with #egg #kraut from @emporioorganico which is the best. #turmeric and #garlic what a way to start the day. #guthealingfood #antiinflammatory #protein #bonebroth #loveyourguts #foodasmedicine #nutritious #goodforthesoul #grainfree #grassfed #organic #pale #fermented #ontrend

10.01.2022 Elise wants to eat less meat so tonight we are having Ricotta gnocchi with roasted tomato and mushroom sauce. Getting our vegetarian on. #ricotta #gnocchi #tomatoes #withanicechiamti #familyfood #nomeat #nourishingpantry #delicious #JERF #dinnerinten #foodsolutionist #tummy #kidfriendlyfood #practicingforitaly #glutenfree

10.01.2022 Green belt in the house. Proud wee girl. #karate #kids #martialarts #handwork #practice #grading #greenbelt

09.01.2022 Save the date, this is on this Sunday totally worth a watch

09.01.2022 All the essentials to ensure this study session goes well. Power coffee with Maca, coconut oil and cashew milk. Plus a huge slice of raw avocado chocolate slice at oFarm Organic Grocers Cafe Feeling smarter already. What are you up to today?

08.01.2022 Sometimes simple is best. Um constantly amazed how flour,starter and water can create such tastiness. Long slow proofing means this whole wheat bread will be easier to digest. #bread #baking #sourdough #fermenting #backtobasics #goodforthesoul #foodasmedicine #foodascommunity #familyfood #nourishingpantry #nutritionist

06.01.2022 Breakfast of champions! Miso is an amazing gut healing food, especially when made in a broth or stock base. Look for traditional miso with the words raw or unpasteurised on the packaging. bring your liquid to the boil then allow to cool for a few minutes before adding the paste, good bacteria dont love high heat. so much better than instant and just as quick. Add an egg for protein and your set till lunch. #miso #breakfast #fermented #guthealth #healyourbody #foodasmedicine #lowcarb #glutenfree #keto #fulltilllunch #realfood #Japanese #egg #JERF #nutrition #nutritionist #foodsolutions #nourishingpantry

05.01.2022 Cooler weather and a wee girl with a cold calls for slow cooked shanks. 15 minutes prep and a slow simmer and dinner is done. Cooked in both and tomato puree with onion, carrots, zucchini, celery and garlic us a good pinch of cumin. #dinner #realfood #JERF #vegetables #broth #slowfood #slowcooked #healyourbody #foodasmedicine #guthealth #loveyourguts #nourishingpantry #foodsolutionist

04.01.2022 Dinner is running late so I am serving it in two parts. Salad followed by meat and rice. I find that if serve veggies when everyone is hungry they eat more, even Mr NP. Give it a go

03.01.2022 Keto waffles are the perfect breakfast guaranteed to keep you full till lunch. This recipe serves 2. Mix together the following then cook in the waffle maker. 2 eggs, 2tbsp ricotta, 1/2 cup full flavour grated cheese, 3 tbsp lsa mix 2 tbsp pysillium handful of shredded rocket, some sliced ham, salt and pepper to taste. #glutenfree #grainfree #fibre #breakfast #ketosis #weightloss #lowcarb #realfood #JERF #nourishingpantry #nutritious #nutritionist #foodsolutionist #tasty #nourishing

02.01.2022 Eggs and greens what good be simpler, more nourishing or tasty? Simple week night dinner, with a little #probotic Mayo for good gut health. #whosaidfoodwashard #omelette #eggs #greens #microgreens #guthealth #fermented #fermenting #realfood #JERF #foodasmedicine #nutritionist #nourishingpantry #foodsolutionist