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Be inspired, challenged and educated as Melanie discusses her expert views and practical tips on a range of nutrition topics from anaemia to zucchinis. And, don’t forget to comment, ask questions and share… we want to know what you love!
Which fruit & vegetables are low-carb?
Are you following a low carbohydrate diet?
If so, this video if for you! Live from the lovely Prahran Markets in Melbourne, I stroll through the fruit and vegetable section and discuss which foods are considered to be low in carbohydrates and which ones you might want to look out for as being high in carbohydrates.
Dietary changes to optimise your fertility
Trying for a baby? Food, nutrition and lifestyle choices are crucial for optimising your fertility.
I teamed up with Medibank to share three key nutritional changes you may need to consider before you grow your family.
New Research: Low Carbohydrate Diets Can Benefit Fertility
My new research that found that Low Carbohydrate Diets Can Benefit Fertility has recently been published in The Sydney Morning Herald. Take a read.
Should I follow a ketogenic diet?
Have you heard of ‘ketosis’? It is a word that is commonly getting linked with weight loss these days. So should you be following a ketogenic diet or are there harmful side effects? My thoughts on Nine Coach.
Is it time to embrace full fat cheese again?
Many Aussies feel guilty for eating full fat cheese as it has long been associated with poor health outcomes such as increasing your ‘bad’ cholesterol levels. Well cheese lover’s, new research suggests that this might not be entirely true. So is it time to embrace full fat cheese again? I bust the myths surrounding full fat cheese with SBS Food.
“How I stay healthy”
Ever wondered how nutritional professionals stay healthy? I shared my tips and insights with Good Health Magazine.
Feeding the family for $10 or less
I gave Tom Elliot from 3AW News Talk a couple of tips for feeding a family of four for under $10, including: cooking big pots of soups or casseroles and using legumes as a cheap but filling ingredient.
What can be done about childhood obesity?
Childhood obesity is becoming a big issue in Australia with some people suggesting that out children may have shorter lives than we do. But what can be done? Research is looking at going into family homes and offering families ‘incentives’ to make changes.
Ten Eyewitness News asked for my thoughts.
The importance of setting healthy eating habits early in life
I spoke with Channel 7 News on the importance of parents implementing healthy eating habits with their toddlers at a young age in order to prevent serious health issues like diabetes occurring later in life.
3 key fat burning tips from the experts
Need help losing weight? I shared some fat burning tips with Women’s Health and Fitness Magazine.
What role do doctors have when it comes to nutritional advice?
I spoke with ABC about the controversy surrounding doctors giving specific nutritional advice.
When is it OK to give your toddler sugar?
Let’s face it, they’re going to have sugar at some stage – so when is it ok (in moderation of course!)? My thoughts on Kidspot
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