When it comes to giving your heart health some love, one eating pattern stands out: the Mediterranean Diet. Delicious, wholesome and blossoming with solid scientific evidence, this way of eating is a no-brainer if your goal is to reduce cholesterol, blood pressure and your risk of heart disease. We shed light on how this eating pattern actually boosts your health health.
Read MoreDietitians love the Mediterranean Diet for its marvelous health benefits. But, along with its rise in fame, one too many myths have surfaced that can derail you from its glorious health benefits. Let’s separate fact from fiction and debunk the most common Mediterranean Diet myths.
Read MoreThis is your reminder to eat your chocolate, and enjoy it too. Our Choc Brownie Bliss Ball recipe was created to show your heart some love. We have packed it with pecans and cacoa powder for heart healthy antioxidants, polyphenols, unsaturated fats plus that rich cocoa flavour we all love. For an added protein boost, include the optional protein powder. Prepare to experience pure bliss with every bite!
Read MoreNavigating PCOS is by no means an easy feat with an overwhelming amount of conflicting advice online. A common misconception is that eliminating bread will help manage PCOS. As Dietitians we know this simply is not true. Here are four reasons why bread should be embraced instead.
Read MoreLove a good burger (who doesn’t?) but also dabbling into plant-based eating? You have to try this recipe. Our Chickpea Patties are a veggie riff on burgers, with canned chickpeas stepping in for the traditional minced meat. Chickpeas are a wonderful source of prebiotics, which feed the beneficial bacteria in your gut for your best gut health yet. Here’s to making plant-based eating and gut health tasty!
Read MoreWhen researching the best diet for PCOS, it’s hard to dodge advice that would certainly damage your relationship with food and body; PCOS gurus and gimmicks are all over Google, Instagram and TikTok. Instead, let’s explore four ways to navigate your journey of PCOS management that won’t leave you with a poor relationship with food and body.
Read MoreSilky, soft, luscious and comfortingly sweet. These Berry Vanilla Chia Pots are more than just delicious, they are also packed with the goodness of chia seeds. Think omega-3 fats for heart-health and anti-inflammatory properties plus soluble fibre for nourishing your gut and digestion. In less than five minutes hands-on time, prep this recipe for breakfast the night before to allow enough time for a velvety texture to develop overnight.
Read MoreThere is certainly no shortage of information when it comes to food and PCOS. From cutting out gluten and dairy, to banning carbohydrates, intermittent fasting and blanket advice to “just lose weight”, it quickly becomes overwhelming. Instead, focusing on what foods to enjoy more often will leave you feeling more empowered and less restricted. Here are our top four Dietitian-approved PCOS-friendly foods to dig into so you can sidestep an unhappy relationship with food and body.
Read MoreIntroducing our delicious Borek recipe, where tantalising spices and flavours unite with a rustic, flaky texture that will make your taste buds sing. Rich in antioxidants and phytochemicals, spices are linked with anti-inflammatory and immune-supporting properties. Combined with lean beef, this recipe delivers an iron and protein-packed punch to support energy levels, immunity, concentration and muscle growth and repair. Get ready to savour every bite of this charming swirl of nutrient-packed pastry.
Read MorePicture this: you struggle with bloating, gas, diarrhoea, constipation, gut pain and discomfort. You try all sorts of elimination diets and supplements to get on top of your symptoms. Yet, despite your best efforts, your gut still seems… well, angry. And now it’s difficult to enjoy food - you may even fear it. If you’re missing out on the enjoyment of eating in your gut health journey, here are four hacks to manage your symptoms without eliminating food.
Read MoreIf bloating, gas, diarrhoea or overall pain and discomfort is something you face, it's tempting to jump straight into eliminating foods from your diet to get on top of your symptoms. Unfortunately this isn’t always the best idea! Before jumping into restrictive diets, it's important to consider the potential negative effects. Here are the top four reasons why you shouldn't restrict or eliminate foods to manage your gut symptoms.
Read MoreIf you struggle with bloating, gas or constipation and raised this with your doctor (including Dr. Google), you’ve probably heard of the low FODMAP diet. Yes, research shows the low FODMAP diet is effective for around 75% of those with IBS. But, it is not always easy to follow and there are a number of mistakes made that may leave you stuck with little to no relief. Here are four common mistakes to avoid when on the low FODMAP diet.
Read MoreDo you wake up in the morning with a comfortable stomach but by the end of the day you’re struggling with unbearable bloating? Or does your belly balloon as soon as you eat well… anything? When bloating comes along with discomfort, pain and takes a toll on everyday life, figuring out the root cause is important to find relief. Here are five reasons why you may be struggling with bloating.
Read MoreGet ready to indulge your taste buds with our delicious Golden Anzac Biscuits recipe. We've swapped out the traditional butter for some extra virgin olive oil and amped up the fibre content with rolled oats and wholemeal flour. This means you will not only enjoy delicious biscuits that are crunchy on the outside and chewy on the inside, you will also be nourishing your body with unsaturated fats, fibre and vitamin E. Your heart and gut health can thank us later!
Read MoreThe Easter season is upon us, complete with Cadbury, Lindt, hot cross buns and a few extra trips to the kitchen for a sneaky chocolate egg. While some of us happily eat the extra Easter delights and move on with our day, others face immense guilt and out of control frenzied eating. Here are the top reasons we as Dietitians know underlie feeling out of control around chocolate, and you might be surprised.
Read MoreWhen Easter rolls around, so do the chocolate eggs and hot cross buns. We like to preach this time of year as wonderful reminder that food provides so much more than just nourishment - it should also be enjoyed! To help you find the balance between eating for joy and health, we have created these Hot Cross Buns. A simple swap to wholemeal flour and extra virgin olive oil (in place of butter) boosts the fibre and heart-healthy fat profile. Happy Easter!
Read MoreHow many times have you hit the snooze button in the morning or woken up wishing you had more sleep? Turns out you’re not alone. Up to four in ten Australian adults are not getting enough good quality sleep. Read on for why sleep might be derailing your health goals and how to get your eight hours of blissful shut-eye.
Read MoreStarting the morning with a nutritious breakfast is key for kids to fuel their minds and bodies for the day ahead. But, with busy schedules and picky eaters, it can be a challenge to ensure that breakfast contains the essential nutrients needed for growth and development. Here are our top five must-have nutrients for breakfast with tasty and appealing ideas that even the pickiest of eaters will enjoy.
Read MoreThese Oat Banana Cookies are the easiest snack recipe you will ever make. They are packed with soluble fibre, our favourite nutrient for reducing cholesterol, promoting regular bowel motions and feeling full and satisfied all day long. Delightfully chewy and sweetened with that banana flavour we all love, you won't believe how easy these cookies are to whip up!
Read MoreHave you ever said to yourself “Don’t eat that, it’s too high in sugar!”? That is your inner Food Police. This internal critic scrutinises every food choice you make. It sees things as black and white, labels food as “good” or “bad” and perpetuates all-or-nothing thinking. Read on for how the Food Police are damaging your health and how to ditch them.
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