This instalment of my analysis of popular dieting trends investigates Intermittent Fasting. In this article I’ll discuss what the diet is about, analyse the scientific evidence available and give you my verdict on whether it is worthwhile or not. The diet Intermittent fasting is essentially a method of reducing energy intake. These deliberate periods of energy imbalance encourage the body to … Read More
Dietary Analysis – The Palaeolithic diet, by Tania Logan, Dietitian and Diabetes Educator
The third instalment of my analysis of popular dieting trends investigates the Palaeolithic diet. In this article I’ll discuss what the diet is about, analyse the scientific evidence available and give you my verdict on whether it is worthwhile or not. The diet The Palaeolithic or ‘paleo” diet aims to duplicate the diet of early humans from more than 10 … Read More
Working with the Feeling of Shame, by Shannon Moule, Clinical Psychologist
What is shame? According to Brene Brown, a world leading researcher of Shame…..Shame is the intensely painful feeling or experience of believing that we are flawed and therefore unworthy of love and belonging. “I am bad.” “I am a mess.” The focus is on self, not behaviour, with the result that we feel alone. How we relate to shame Shame, … Read More
Dietary Analysis – The ketogenic diet by Tania Logan, Dietitian and Diabetes Educator
This is the second instalment of my analysis of some of the dietary trends that are currently popular. In this article I’ll discuss what the ketogenic diet is about, analyse the scientific evidence available and give you my verdict on whether it is worthwhile or not. The diet While the ketogenic diet has been a very popular diet over the … Read More
Dietary Analysis – Detox and Cleansing Diets by Tania Logan, Dietitian and Diabetes Educator
Spring has sprung, and with it has come another onslaught of misinformation about dieting and weight loss. You may have noticed an increase in articles on how you can lose that “winter weight” and get your body ready for summer. Over the next few months, I am going to analyse some of the more popular diets, discuss the scientific evidence , and give … Read More
The Wisdom of the Ages by Dr Johanna Lynch, GP Psychotherapist
Sometimes in these days of amazing technological advances, we forget the wisdom of our communities, the knowledge of how people have coped with adversity for generations, and the uniquely human capacity to see the hope of the mountaintop while still climbing out of the valley. This last week – I had a lovely poem sent to me – written by … Read More
Diabetes Week – It’s About Time by Tania Logan, Dietitian and Diabetes Educator
Too many people are diagnosed with diabetes too late. It is estimated that up to half a million people in Australia may have undiagnosed diabetes, putting their health at risk. Early diagnosis can greatly reduce this risk. This week is Diabetes Week and Diabetes Australia is asking us to take the time to learn about the early signs and symptoms of diabetes … Read More
Grief, by Shannon Moule, Clinical Psychologist
Grief will touch us all at some point in our life. For me, it was when I assisted the death of my 18 year old dog, Cassie. I have never experienced something so earth shattering. My life wasn’t the same for sometime. We often hear of grief as an experience felt after the death of a loved one, but in … Read More
Nourish yourself to winter wellness by Tania Logan, Dietitian and Diabetes Educator
Winter can be a challenging time for many people to maintain a healthy lifestyle. It is so tempting to rug up on the couch with a good book or movie and some comfort food. It is so important to stay well nourished at this time of year and do our best to help our immune system work to protect us from the … Read More
Maple roasted vegetables, by Tania Logan, Dietitian and Diabetes Educator
4 beetroot, peeled and cut into wedges 3 carrots, peeled and quartered lengthways 3 parsnips, peeled and quartered lengthways 1 kg butternut pumpkin, peeled, deseeded, and chopped 400 g chickpeas, drained and rinsed 2 tbsp canola oil 2 tbsp maple syrup 200 g hummus Preheat oven to 200C. Place the beetroot wedges in a large baking tray. Drizzle with 1 … Read More