Total Body Nutrition

18/11/2025

Last week the Total Body Nutrition dream team caught up for some yummy snacks to celebrate a successful year of helping people create healthier versions of themselves.
These wonderful Dietitians have a few spots left until the end of the year, if you are thinking that you need to make a change now is your chance!

29/10/2025

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28/10/2025

What children eat has a direct impact on how their brains function. A recent study reveals that removing processed foods from a child’s diet can reduce ADHD symptoms by 53%. This is not just about sugar or snacks; it is about giving the brain the nutrients it needs to focus, regulate emotions, and process information effectively.

Processed foods are often high in artificial additives, preservatives, and refined sugars, which can increase hyperactivity, impulsivity, and attention difficulties. When these are replaced with whole, unprocessed foods, children’s brains get a steady supply of vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats, which support cognitive function and emotional stability.

Small changes make a big difference. Including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats can help children improve attention spans, mood, and behavior. Consistency is key.

Parents and caregivers can start by gradually swapping processed snacks for natural alternatives, reading labels carefully, and encouraging balanced meals.

A child’s diet is a powerful tool. What they eat today shapes how they think, learn, and behave tomorrow. Supporting healthy eating isn’t just nutrition; it’s brain development and emotional health.

28/10/2025

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An interesting article on what is often a divisive topic, even amongst health professionals. Yes research shows that certain patterns of eating can be more beneficial for children with ADHD. If you can reduce processed food in your child's diet , do so absolutely. But we know that neurodivergent children often experience meal time difficulties such as sensory issues, anxiety and reduced appetite. In which case, ensuring they have basic energy requirements met becomes the priority. If you have concerns regarding your child with ADHD book in to see one of our Dietitians.

What children eat has a direct impact on how their brains function. A recent study reveals that removing processed foods from a child’s diet can reduce ADHD symptoms by 53%. This is not just about sugar or snacks; it is about giving the brain the nutrients it needs to focus, regulate emotions, and process information effectively.

Processed foods are often high in artificial additives, preservatives, and refined sugars, which can increase hyperactivity, impulsivity, and attention difficulties. When these are replaced with whole, unprocessed foods, children’s brains get a steady supply of vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats, which support cognitive function and emotional stability.

Small changes make a big difference. Including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats can help children improve attention spans, mood, and behavior. Consistency is key.

Parents and caregivers can start by gradually swapping processed snacks for natural alternatives, reading labels carefully, and encouraging balanced meals.

A child’s diet is a powerful tool. What they eat today shapes how they think, learn, and behave tomorrow. Supporting healthy eating isn’t just nutrition; it’s brain development and emotional health.

21/10/2025

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Are you struggling to include plant based foods in your diet? Our Dietitians can help with guidance and practical strategies to help you achieve a healthier lifestyle

16/10/2025

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16/10/2025

Last month I was invited by a wellness officer at one of the independant living community villages in Perth to deliver a nutrition workshop aimed at Seniors. We talked about saying strong, keeping on our feet and active and a diet to support healthy ageing. They were engaged and had very interesting questions. You are never to old to learn and change habits!

07/10/2025

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A bit if Information on what Amanda our Currambine Dietitian can help you with 🥰

07/10/2025

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Click here to listen to my recent radio segment on the benefits of a plant based diet , chatting with Doug on Table Talk , Sonshine (98five)

05/09/2025

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Why women should follow higher protein diets after 40

Studies show that a protein intake of 1.2 to 2.0 grams per kilogram of body weight is critical for women 40 and over in order to maintain hormone balance, weight management, bone and muscle support and most importantly, helping to prevent cognitive decline (women make up 2/3 of Alzheimer’s cases and estrogen decline is a HUGE factor).

This would mean that a 150 pound woman (which is approximately 68 kg) over 40 should be eating 82-136 grams of protein per day.

As women age, they experience accelerated muscle loss, a condition called sarcopenia. A higher protein intake, especially when combined with resistance training, can counteract this by supporting and increasing muscle protein synthesis.

The drop is estrogen during perimenopause and menopause greatly increases the risk of osteoporosis. Protein is CRUCIAL for bone health and can even help maintain muscle bone density especially when combined with nutrients like calcium and vitamin D.

Protein’s building blocks, amino acids, are necessary for producing hormones and neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine. Eating sufficient protein regulates hormones and neurotransmitters which helps prevent mood swings, anxiety, depression and drastic weight gains.

Protein also helps stabilize blood sugar levels, which can minimize energy crashes and reduce cravings for sugar. This is especially important for menopausal women, who have an increased risk of insulin resistance, which is the leading cause of Type II diabetes, cardiovascular disease, PCOS, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and more.

High protein intake also helps prevent cognitive decline in menopausal women by providing the aforementioned amino acids for neurotransmitter production which support mood and brain function!

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27/08/2025

Join me at 9.10am, 98.5 SonshineFM today to talk about the differences between plant and meat based diets

21/08/2025

As a parent to a child in lower primary and one in upper primary, I appreciate and respect the role of teachers. In upper primary its a very hands off approach to their lunch boxes. In lower primary teachers direct children to eat their substantial food first and " treat " food last. I see the logic in this as they have such a small amount of time to eat then play ( sadly 😥) and its in the teachers and child's interest to have a full belly when they go back to class. But it doesn't help with creating a healthy relationship with food and viewing all food as morally neutral. Kids may end up sneaking their treat foods so that they get time to eat it. Food is food and parents choose what goes in the lunch box , children should be able to decide the order they eat their food in, mirroring the Ellen Satter Division of Responsibility. It they want to eat their substantial food at recess this should be a non issue. Follow Dr Kyla- Paediatric Dietitian for more information in this space.

Has anyone had to leave a note like this in their child's lunchbox ?