Hummus

Christina ReynoldsDietetics, Dietetics & Diabetes Education, Recipes

This is a low chemical version of hummus, suitable for those on an elimination diet. It is incredibly quick and easy to prepare. It is delicious with crackers or pita crisps, or served in a wrap with leftover roast lamb, salad and tzatziki. Hummus 440 g can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 3 tbsp canola oil 1/3 tsp citric acid Salt … Read More

10 easy ways to include more vegetables every day by Tania Logan Dietitian and Diabetes Educator

Christina ReynoldsDietetics, Dietetics & Diabetes Education

We all know we should eat plenty of vegetables, but did you know that only 4% of Australians eat enough vegetables? The average Australian only eats half of what we need. This week is National Nutrition Week, and the aim this year is to encourage everyone to eat more vegetables, and aim for the 5 serves we need each day. … Read More

Fuel your mind – by Tania Logan, Dietitian, Zest Infusion

Christina ReynoldsDietetics, Dietetics & Diabetes Education, Mental Health Week, Uncategorized

Healthy eating is the cornerstone of a healthy body and a healthy life, but food is so much more than fuel for your body. Nutrients from the food we eat are also essential to how our brain works, which means our food choices can also impact upon our mental health. People who experience mental health issues have lower intakes of … Read More

Oven baked salmon and vegetables – by Tania Logan, Dietitian, Zest Infusion

Christina ReynoldsDietetics, Dietetics & Diabetes Education, Mental Health Week, Recipes, Uncategorized

2 medium sweet potato, peeled and cut into 2 cm cubes 2 zucchini, halved and thickly sliced 2 red or yellow capsicum, sliced into strips 250 g cherry tomatoes 1 bunch of asparagus, trimmed and halved 3 tbsp olive oil 4 salmon fillets Juice of ½ a lemon Cracked pepper 1. Place the sweet potato, zucchini, and capsicum in a … Read More

Tania’s Taste Of Mindfulness: Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Ilze GroblerDietetics & Diabetes Education, Recipes

As a Dietitian & Diabetes Educator I am passionate about helping others develop a healthy relationship with food.  Practicing the art of eating mindfully is much more than what we eat and more about how we eat – with intention, non-judgementally, savouring the experience and with a willingness to care for your body.    Roasted Brussels Sprouts 15 Brussels sprouts 1 … Read More

Meet Tania Logan – Dietitian & Diabetes Educator

Ilze GroblerDietetics & Diabetes Education

I am so excited to be joining the dynamic team of amazing women at Zest Infusion. I bring to the team 20 years experience as a Dietitian, with more than 10 of those as a Diabetes Educator. More importantly, I bring a dedication to helping others understand and achieve healthy eating and lifestyle behaviours, as well as a passion for … Read More