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Lauren Knight, APD

Evidence-based nutrition support for women navigating hormonal changes, gut health and energy in their 30s, 40s and early 50s.

📍 Aldinga Beach + Telehealth
🔗 Book via website

31/03/2026

Having a pantry stocked with staples you can throw together into a quick, easy, healthy (and delicious 😋) meal, is so helpful to avoid getting stuck with nothing to eat and defaulting to takeaway... especially if you’re trying to increase your intake of whole foods and rely less on convenience options.

In midlife, our schedules can be pretty hectic between work and family commitments, so having these basics on hand makes a big difference.

Some pantry staples I always keep stocked are:

• Oats

• Tinned legumes

• Nuts and seeds 🌰

• Tinned fish🐟

• Wholegrain pouches (like quinoa, brown rice, or basmati)🌾

• Wholegrain wraps

It doesn’t have to be complicated, just having the basics on hand can make healthy eating feel a whole lot easier 💚

If you’re tired of second guessing your gut, I can help. You can book via my website. Telehealth available, wherever you...
28/03/2026

If you’re tired of second guessing your gut, I can help.
You can book via my website.
Telehealth available, wherever you are 💻💚

Its still   💩 If your digestion has changed over time, you’re not imagining it. So what can help if things have slowed d...
27/03/2026

Its still 💩

If your digestion has changed over time, you’re not imagining it. So what can help if things have slowed down?

We now know that constipation isn’t always solved by “eating more fibre.”

New evidence highlights that specific foods and supplements, like psyllium husk, kiwifruit and prunes, may be more effective than general advice alone.

Consistency also matters, giving changes time (at least a few weeks) is key.

A personalised, realistic approach tends to work best.

I hope you found this helpful 💛

21/03/2026

A pattern I often see in clinic: women restrict foods when bloated.

Often the focus needs to shift toward increasing fibre and plant diversity to support the microbiome in midlife 🌱

Save this post to keep these tips handy!

Nutrition isn’t about trying harder — it’s about finding what actually works for you 💛
18/03/2026

Nutrition isn’t about trying harder — it’s about finding what actually works for you 💛

A client asked me this week:“Which protein powder should I use in perimenopause?”Protein becomes more important in perim...
16/03/2026

A client asked me this week:
“Which protein powder should I use in perimenopause?”

Protein becomes more important in perimenopause for:
🔸️Muscle maintenance
🔸️Metabolism
🔸️Satiety/fullness

Protein powders aren’t essential, but they can be a handy way to boost intake when mornings are rushed or appetite is low.

When I recommend one, I look for:
🔸️ ~20–30 g protein per serve
🔸️ Minimal added sugar
🔸️ Good digestibility — whey protein isolate is best absorbed
🔸️ Plant-based options like soy or pea if vegetarian/vegan

One product I often suggest is 💚 Women’s Protein for Hormone Support — dietitian-designed and tailored for women’s nutrition in perimenopause.

💡 Save this for your next visit to the supplement aisle — it’s a simple way to choose a protein powder that actually works for you.

Have you ever started something with the goal of doing it perfectly… only to realise it creates so much pressure that it...
10/03/2026

Have you ever started something with the goal of doing it perfectly… only to realise it creates so much pressure that it becomes impossible to sustain?

Perfection isn’t realistic, so it’s easy to swing into an all-or-nothing cycle.

Small, consistent changes over time tend to lead to much more meaningful progress than trying to get everything “right” from the start.

Does this feel familiar?

Struggling with gut symptoms? The internet has opinions. Your gut deserves evidence-based advice. A dietitian can help y...
02/03/2026

Struggling with gut symptoms?

The internet has opinions. Your gut deserves evidence-based advice. A dietitian can help you cut through the noise and get personalised support 🍶

🌰 Nuts are energy-dense — but that doesn’t mean they cause weight gain.Research consistently shows: • No increase in wei...
02/03/2026

🌰 Nuts are energy-dense — but that doesn’t mean they cause weight gain.

Research consistently shows:

• No increase in weight, body fat, or BMI in clinical trials (even with larger serves, up to 3 handfuls/day)
• Fewer calories absorbed than predicted
• Natural appetite compensation

This is a great example of why nutrition science is more complex than “calories in vs calories out.”

Regular nut consumption is supported by evidence for metabolic and cardiometabolic health.

If fat gain feels easier in perimenopause, it’s not a discipline issue — it’s often a muscle issue.Research shows women ...
05/02/2026

If fat gain feels easier in perimenopause, it’s not a discipline issue — it’s often a muscle issue.

Research shows women can lose up to 10% of lean muscle mass between early and late perimenopause — and this is believed to be one of the main reasons fat gain becomes so much easier during this stage.

Less muscle = lower energy burn.
Even if nothing else has changed.

Protein helps protect lean muscle, but here’s the part that often gets missed 👇

Protein only works properly when it’s paired with heavy resistance training (think compound lifts, not endless Pilates pulses).

And no — smashing all your protein at dinner isn’t ideal either.

Spreading it across meals matters.

If you’re wondering:
• how much protein you actually need
• how to spread it across the day
• how to do this without tracking forever

That’s exactly what I help with 💛

DM me “PROTEIN” or hit the link in bio.

Save this for later — your future muscles will thank you.

Feeling wiped out even after a good night’s sleep? 😴This is really common in perimenopause and menopause. Hormonal chang...
31/01/2026

Feeling wiped out even after a good night’s sleep? 😴

This is really common in perimenopause and menopause. Hormonal changes can have a big impact on energy — even when you’re doing “all the right things.”

Simple nutrition habits like eating enough protein at breakfast, staying well hydrated, and moving your body regularly can help support steadier energy through the day ⚡

Often it’s not about doing more, but making a few small tweaks that actually suit your life.

🌸 If you’d like personalised support, feel free to DM me or book a telehealth consultation.

💛 Did you know your gut changes as you move through midlife?As we move through perimenopause and menopause, a less diver...
27/01/2026

💛 Did you know your gut changes as you move through midlife?

As we move through perimenopause and menopause, a less diverse gut microbiome can affect:

Digestion 🥗
Energy ⚡
Mood 🌱

You can support your gut with simple daily habits:
Fibre-rich foods (like veggies, legumes, whole grains)
Fermented foods (yogurt, kimchi, kefir)
Staying hydrated 💧

Small, consistent steps = big impact over time!

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