Brigid Horan - Gentle Nutrition

08/11/2024

“Your Fat Friend, a film about fatness, family, the complexities of change and the deep, messy feeling we hold about our bodies.”

The documentary about writer, activist and host of Maintenance Phase Aubrey Gordon is coming to Warrawong Twin Gala Cinemas next Friday 15th.

Change the way you think about fatness.

Details for tickets in comments .

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18/06/2024

Super excited Dr Anneliese Jens has joined the team here at The Lighthouse Clinic in Kiama. Anneliese is a GP providing care for people experiencing perimenopause/menopause. She can help with symptom management as well as addressing the long-term health implications of this hormonal change. For more information https://thelighthouseclinic.com.au/womens-health-clinic/

21/03/2023

Do you struggle with binge eating?

You are not alone.

Join Brigid for this free virtual session to break the silence and discuss binge eating. What is it, why do we do it, how is it different to overeating, how is it often linked to dieting, restrictive eating or weight control and of course where can we get help.

For more information or to register click the link in the comments. Space is limited.

Binge eating is very common but people rarely ever talk about it. People often feel ashamed or embarrassed about binge eating but Brigid is a warm compassionate group facilitator to help you feel comfortable and safe in a small group of people who share a similar experience.

14/02/2023

Feeling overwhelmed, depressed or anxious? Please consider this 10 week group combining resilience skill building and trauma informed yoga. Lead by an experienced psychologist Leah Gould- Anthony and trauma informed yoga teacher Leanne from Soul Spot Yoga.

Medicare rebates are available with a Mental Health Care Plan.

Register your interest via the link in the comments and please to share with anyone you feel may benefit.

03/09/2021

Any health professionals keen to learn more about Health at Every Size and how to help clients struggling with body image and weight concerns sign up for this free webinar from HAES Australia. Details below:

16/10/2020

A beautifully written thoughtful response to struggles many will relate to

This is a gorgeous response ❤️

23/09/2020

Growing evidence that focusing on weight and weight loss is not necessary. When we focus on heathy habits, in this case healthy eating, we can improve our health.

A side note: This study demonstrates that eating in line with a Mediterranean style diet improves health and longevity. This ‘diet’ is not focused on eating less etc it is a flexible way of eating including mostly fruits, vegetables, whole grains, dairy, olive oil and fish. A good reminder that how we eat is important and carbohydrates and not ‘bad’ for us.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/health/2020-09-23/health-bmi-vs-diet-for-risk-of-death/12688270?fbclid=IwAR0bm6FdhUPN1bzVVNk3CF4CqQ5rmT8O_fwmvhGfcCLM7dpT4yUO41J8q2c

People who were overweight or obese who followed a Mediterranean-style diet were less likely to die from any cause than people in the "normal" weight range who didn't, a large, long-term study finds.

14/09/2020

Eating disorders certainly do thrive in isolation.

If you are struggling with eating and body image issues please talk to your GP or call an experienced healthcare provider.

Recovery is possible.

Helpline says lockdown stress and anxiety, along with changes to routine, have led to a spike in eating disorders and body image concerns.

05/09/2020

Food is, and has always been, more than just fuel.

I couldn’t agree more with this from statement from Dr Kari Andreson.

14/05/2020

I have been wanting to offer talks and workshops again but I found myself stuck procrastinating about the best way to do it. So... I am trialling Zoom and offering a free live webinar for a small number of people who are willing to attend and give me feedback on their experience.

If you are fed up with dieting and are interested in a new approach to eating (important point: the goal is not weight loss) check out the details below.

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/an-introduction-to-intuitive-eating-live-webinar-tickets-105206453334?aff=ebdssbeac

06/05/2020

I haven’t posted here for months but lately I am overwhelmed by the harmful messages I see shared so casually even comically.

Messages telling us that we should fear gaining weight more than we should fear corona virus or depression from social isolation. Messages that reinforce the belief that our worth is determined by our weight.

Today is international No Diet Day. It’s time we all said no more. Enough. If not for ourselves then for our children.

Thank you to the Butterfly Foundation for this reminder of the harm that can begin with dieting

11/12/2019

A beautiful painting and message.

Love the skin that you’re in.

Enjoy friendship, sunshine and the Bank Holiday Weekend

Three good friends went for a swim
The one who was fat wished she was thin.
The one she was curvy wished she was clever.
The one who was clever wished she swam better
The really great swimmer wished she was witty
The one who was witty wished she was pretty
All 3 friends thought the other 2 were just fine
If only they could let their own bright light shine
So throw on your swimsuit if you're fat or you're thin
Enjoy fun and friendship .... love the skin that you're in

By Rachel Toll