Last week we looked in my trolley as part 1 of this series, giving sneak peaks into the weekly food shops of some healthy Aussie mums. This week, we meet dietitian Kate Wengier. Kate is a family dietitian with a passion for improving the eating habits of families and communities. She created Foost to teach easy ways…
What’s in my trolley: Part 1 – Sarah Moore
I love looking in other peoples’ trolleys at the supermarket. I find so many new foods that I just don’t notice when I walk passed them on the shelves. It’s human nature to see what everyone is doing too, right? I often get asked what I buy so I thought I would get a photo…
Christmas Pavlova
Christmas party season is here and my favourite bring-a-plate-dessert (and quite possibly my favourite dessert) is the pav! I love the combination of crisp meringue, the creamy topping and of course, loads of fresh sweet fruit. This is a lighter version of the traditional pav. There’s less sugar in the meringue, (but it is still…
Thai Larb with Turkey Mince
Thai Larb is definitely one of the healthier options you’re eating out or getting takeaway. We enjoy a homemade Thai Larb regularly as a quick and easy ‘fakeaway’ (homemade takeaway). It’s definitely not authentic but it is fresh, light and packed with flavour. I’ve made it a little bit healthier, using less sauces and more…
Is snacking healthy?
The rise of packaged snacks and more sedentary time spent sitting on our bums leaves us thinking about and wanting food between meals. But do we actually need to snack? Is it healthy to snack to keep your body burning fuel between meals or is it better to give it a rest? As a nutritionist,…
Green Smoothie Ice Pops
I don’t believe that every treat food should be replaced with a clean version BUT making your own healthy treats means you’ve got them in hand for daily treats and you’re having fun with and enjoying healthy food. My green smoothie ice pops are a very refreshing and healthy treat, perfect for a summer’s afternoon….
Creamy Avocado Dressing
It’s probably no surprise that I love a good salad. For everyday eating, there’s nothing wrong with a bagged salad! Having your veggies prepped and ready to go means you are more likely to actually eat them. There is so much variety available in here mixes now that even though they’re pricey, you get to…
An Introduction to Probiotics
Probiotic supplements are so popular at the moment. As research into gut health improves, we are getting a glimpse of just how important the little creatures that make up our microbiome really are. A happy camp in your gut can improve digestion, help protect against disease and improve immune function. For most people, good gut…
Is coffee good or bad for you?
If you can’t start the day without a coffee, you’re not alone. There isn’t enough evidence either answer if coffee is good or bad for you. So from a health perspective, it depends on you! Having seen many clients who drink coffee though, I can see where it helps and where it hinders. The good If…
Which plant milk is best? A comparison of milks
Plant milks have become very popular and I am often asked which one I recommend. Cow’s milk is actually my preferred milk. It is a great source of minerals (including calcium) and protein. It also has a good balance of electrolytes which makes it great for re-hydration. Dairy products also help protect our teeth, which…
Chia Jam
It’s healthy, no-cook, sugar free, versatile and ready in 30 minutes! What’s not to love about chia jam? You’ve no doubt seen recipes all over social media before. If you haven’t tried it yet, you really should! Do you remember chia pets that sprouted ‘hair’ when you watered them? Well we have since discovered that…
10 Ways to Eat More Vegetables
Vegetables are probably the most important food group in our diet. They’re nutrient rich, high in fibre and low in energy. Did you know they provide our good gut bacteria with food (prebiotics) and they’re full of powerful antioxidants too! We all need to eat more vegetables. Eating the rainbow (and plenty of it) cuts…