Yes, nutrition changes in perimenopause. But no, it’s not a full‑life reset. Yes, hormones shift – affecting muscle, bone, heart health and how your body uses energy. But no, you don’t need extreme rules, diets or willpower. Perimenopause isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing things slightly differently. A few smart tweaks to protein, […]
Are you ready for a podcast that unpacks what women really need to know about nutrition across the lifespan? This month, Dr Shelley sat down for a chat with Meg and Jules from Healthy Banter podcast. As well as demonstrating to the team that she’s a ‘hand-talker’ (exhibit A, below), they covered a LOT. […]
Did you know that Australians don’t get enough calcium from what they eat and drink? The analysis of the latest data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) show that over 60 per cent of Australians fell short of meeting their calcium needs from their diet in 2023. This was also the case when the last survey […]
New Year, Who Dis? Your healthiest chapter starts now! The calendar has flipped, and so can your habits. 2026 is your year to feel confident, nourished, and in control—all from the comfort of your own home. Did you know that changes to how you eat and how you move can improve your health, especially that […]
In the bustling aisles of supermarkets, ultra-processed foods (UPFs) reign supreme. Their colourful packaging and enticing flavours beckoning shoppers to indulge. These heavily modified products, often brimming with unhealthy fats, added sugars, and sodium, have become a staple in many diets, offering convenience and taste at a seemingly low cost. We have already discussed their […]
Ultra-processed foods negatively impact gut health. Are you harming your gut health by consuming too many of these foods? Ultra-processed foods are foods that have been heavily altered from their natural state through a series of industrial processes. But isn’t chopping and canning also processing? Food processing generally refers to any action that alters food […]
The phrase ‘Lose Weight Now, Ask Me How’ used to be a ubiquitous, often aggressive, marketing hook. It represented a time of quick fixes, extreme calorie restriction, and diet-of-the-month fads that promised instant transformation. It was a world where a number on a scale was the ultimate goal, achieved through sheer willpower and often, deprivation. […]
We think ‘diet’ is a four-letter word. Food restriction or “dieting” means intentionally depriving yourself. Ongoing deprivation is generally only ‘successful’ for a certain amount of time before we ‘fall off the wagon’ and start eating for comfort or to rebel against the ‘diet’. Initially we might feel temporarily better before we inevitably become disappointed […]
Actually, rather than asking “Are you eating enough protein for perimenopause?”, do you know why it’s important? What are good sources of protein… and less desirable ones? Consider where the protein you eat comes from. Is it mainly from animal sources like red meat, poultry or eggs? Or do you include plant sources such as […]
Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) have become increasingly prevalent in modern diets. They are heavily modified and contain unhealthy fats, added sugars, and salt. While ultra-processed foods may taste appealing, their excessive consumption can lead to weight gain and other health problems. How UPFs Contribute to Weight Gain Several factors contribute to the weight-gaining potential of ultra-processed […]
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