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Paediatric Nutritionist Mandy realised our journeys to junk food can begin with the squeezie yoghurts we are fed or the teething rusks we eat.

Committed to providing parents with honest, evidence backed advice, paediatric nutritionist Mandy Sacher is one of Australia’s leading experts on childhood nutrition and wellbeing, helping parents and mums-to-be-feed their children healthy, nourishing foods right from the start. Concerned by the lack of reliable, consistent nutrition information available to parents, Mandy is on a mission to share her wealth of expert knowledge with families around Australia. In her newly appointed role, as Global Chief Nutrition Officer (CNO), Mandy will be have the opportunity to work with world-class leaders in neuroscience, education, psychology and theatre, and have access to research and resources to continue her life's passion and impact childhood nutrition on a world-wide scale. Mandy’s philosophy is simple: train children’s taste-buds to enjoy nourishing, nutritionally beneficial foods early as possible to ensure optimal development and establishment of lifelong healthy eating behaviours and food choices. After birth of her first child in 2010, she became increasingly aware of the lack of nutritionally sound information being made available to first-time parents. She was alarmed at the amount of baby and toddler food that were marketed as being ‘healthy’ when the sugar, salt and preservative content were overly high. Mandy is committed to helping parents understand the food choices available to our children, and to providing information and resources that make for easier access to better nutritional options than those available in the local convenience store. Mandy’s career in children’s health spans more than two decades and has previously consulted to hundreds of childcare centres, and supported over 80,000 families to implement healthy eating habits through her social media channels, training modules and her international best-selling book Wholesome Child: A Complete Nutrition Guide and Cookbook. Now she is embarking on a new journey, and will be working to create in collaboration with MindChamps, the world's leading Nutritional Literacy Programme and will be sharing her journey, MindChamps' research and delicious and nutritious meal ideas and recipes with you over the coming months. Mandy can be contacted via her website for a limited number of private workshops and private consultations for families in need of support.

30/03/2026

🐣 Bringing back OKAY, BETTER, BEST this Easter.

Because Easter isn’t about perfection. It’s one day, once a year, and your kids deserve to enjoy it.

But here’s what most parents don’t realise. Not all Easter chocolates are created equal. Some are packed with emulsifiers, flavourings and unnecessary extras. Others are much closer to real food.

So instead of guilt or overwhelm, I want to give you something better. A simple way to choose. No stress. No extremes. Just informed decisions.

Because when you understand what to look for, everything changes.

And if you’ve been shocked by Easter egg prices this year, this is your reminder that homemade is always an option too. Grab your favourite chocolate, an egg mould, and let the kids get involved.👩‍🍳

Those messy, imperfect moments are the ones they remember!

If you’re feeding your kids wholefoods most of the time, you are already doing an incredible job. Be present. Enjoy it.

And don’t stress over the chocolate.

Comment “EASTER” below and I’ll send you my most requested recipe for homemade Easter chocolate truffles 🐣🍫

Follow along because tomorrow I’m sharing my top tips as a nutritionist for navigating holidays like Easter 💚

26/03/2026

If you are a parent trying to navigate what is actually safe in your family’s food, this is for you.

The FDA just launched a review into a preservative called BHA, classified as a possible human carcinogen since the 1990s. Still permitted in Australia. Still potentially hiding in your pantry staples without even appearing on the label.

If it is listed, you will find it written as Antioxidant 320. But thanks to a labelling loophole in Australia’s Food Standards Code, it does not always have to appear at all.

A food manufacturer tried to silence me for talking about this. That tells you everything.

This isn’t about any one brand. It highlights why we need stronger regulations and clearer frameworks to support both families and the industry.

As a paediatric nutritionist, my job is to bring these conversations to the surface so Australian parents have the tools to decide what goes into their family’s food. That is why Real Food Rating exists 💛

Save this post before your next supermarket run so you know exactly what to look for on the label.

If you believe we should not be silenced, share this with a parent who needs to see it and spread the word. 🙏

Should manufacturers be legally allowed to hide ingredients from Australian parents? 👇

💬 Comment PRESERVATIVES and I’ll send you my full guide, preservatives to know about and the real food everyday staples I recommend.

Follow so you never miss these updates on what is really in your family’s food.

22/03/2026

👀 That “veggie” snack in your kid’s lunchbox?
Flip it over. We need to talk.
Because what looks healthy… often isn’t.

So many of these products are designed to make you feel good about buying them. Veggie in the name. Green on the packaging. But the ingredients tell a very different story.

Vege Chips has no whole vegetables in it at all. Infuzions Veggie Rings contains 54% vegetables but still relies on maltodextrin and yeast extract for flavour.

And Harvest Snaps contains flavour enhancer 635 in its seasoning, which some children can be sensitive to, and regular exposure to enhanced flavours can shape flavour preferences over time.

This is exactly why Real Food Rating exists — to help families cut through the confusion and see what’s really in their food. 💛

When store bought is your only option, here is where to find the better ones:
🛒 Proper Crisps Garden Medley — or
🛒 Cauliflower Puffs — Woolworths
🛒 Nudus — or website
🛒 Jackson’s Avocado Oil Sweet Potato Chips —

Real food will always come first. Swipe to the last slide for homemade veggie snack ideas your kids will actually love.

Comment RECIPES and I will send them straight to your DMs. 💛

19/03/2026

A big thank you to for making his voice heard and bringing this to the surface so even more people can be aware of the real risks behind Australia’s food industry. 🙏

This is exactly the kind of conversation we need to be having. Because when a farmer who has worked in the industry speaks up, we listen.

Our regulations are failing our kids. And until the people in charge decide to catch up with the rest of the world, it is on us as parents, as advocates, as a community to demand better and make informed choices in the meantime.

The EU acted in 2019. The UK followed. Australia suspended this pesticide in November 2025 with a loophole that still allows farmers to use it. That is not good enough.
Our children deserve a food system that prioritises their safety, not one that plays catch up decades later.

This is why Real Food Rating exists 💛 Because education is the first step to advocacy.
When parents understand what’s really on their food and why it matters, they can make noise. And when enough of us make noise, things change.

If the system won’t protect our kids, we will. Are you with us? 👇

Comment BERRIES below and I’ll send you my full practical guide on what this means for Australian families and exactly what I recommend.

14/01/2026

I appeared on to talk about the rise of AI fake weight-loss and nutrition scams, and why anyone looking to lose weight needs to be more vigilant than ever.

💬 Comment “REAL FOOD” and I’ll send you my evidence-based guide to help protect yourself and your family from AI weight-loss and nutrition scams.

AI is rapidly changing the health and nutrition space.
Used responsibly…and guided by qualified professionals, it has real potential to support education and access.

But when AI replaces clinical expertise, manipulates images, or sells fast weight-loss promises, it becomes dangerous.

And that’s exactly what we’re seeing right now.

As people set New Year health and weight-loss goals, AI-driven apps are flooding social media with:
• altered before-and-after images
• calorie estimates from photos
• “personalised” advice that ignores biology, behaviour, mental health, and food quality

That’s not innovation.
That’s misinformation dressed up as technology.

No AI promises of overnight weight-loss can replace years of clinical training, real-world experience, or a deep understanding of how food, hormones, mental health, and environment interact.

This segment highlights how AI cab be misused to exploit vulnerability, create unrealistic expectations, and sell false hope.

Thank you for shining a light on such an important issue.

At Real Food Rating, we support technology that assists informed decision-making, not platforms that override science, transparency, or human expertise.

If health or weight loss is one of your goals this year, choose approaches grounded in real food, real education, and real professionals.

Comment “REAL FOOD” and I’ll send you:
• my guide to spotting AI nutrition & weight-loss scams
• the link to watch the full segment
• an invite to join the waitlist for an app you can trust

Follow rating for guidance that puts your health first in a noisy digital health space.

13/01/2026

The US just changed the rules on nutrition. Australia didn’t.

And Aussie parents are paying the price.

For years, parents have questioned ultra-processed foods, additives, and misleading health claims — only to be told they were overreacting.

Now?
The science has caught up.

The new US dietary guidelines clearly prioritise whole foods and finally acknowledge the harm ultra-processed foods are doing to our health — and our children’s.

That validation matters.

Meanwhile, Australian parents are still being guided by a system that:
X Rewards ultra-processed foods
X Downplays processing and additives
X Confuses marketing with health

While policy drags its feet, families are left navigating the supermarket alone.

That’s exactly why Real Food Rating exists …to cut through the noise, translate the science, and empower parents now, not years from now.

💬 Comment “solution” and I’ll send you my easy-to-follow guide breaking down:
✔️ The new US dietary guidelines
✔️ What they actually mean for families
✔️ Clear, real-food dairy recommendations you can trust

If this is new to you, hit follow.
Our goal is simple: make real food easy again.

11/01/2026

If your kitchen currently feels like a 24 hour snack bar, you’re not alone.

Summer holidays have a way of blurring routines. Beach days, playdates, hot afternoons at home and kids constantly grazing in and out of the kitchen asking for “just one more snack”.

The good news is that breakfasts and snacks can still be simple and real food focused, without spending your day in the kitchen.

These yoghurt bowls take less than five minutes to make, use everyday ingredients and are perfect for hot days when everyone needs something cool, nourishing and filling.

If your kids are old enough, try setting up a little yoghurt station in the fridge so they can build their own. For younger ones, use these bowls as quick inspiration when you need something easy and refreshing, fast.

🍓 Protein Rich Berry Boost
🥥 Mango Coconut Crush
🍌 Blondie Crunch Bowl
❄️ Frozen Strawberry Bowl

Quick, colourful and realistic for relaxed summer days when you want to feel good about what you’re serving, without overthinking it.

💬 Comment ‘RECIPE’ below and I’ll DM you My Blondie Granola Puffs recipe, a little sneak peek from The Unfussy Eaters Club.

Follow for more simple, real food ideas to support families through summer 🌱✨

11/12/2025

Comment ‘recipe’ below and I’ll send you the link to this Bellamy’s Organic recipe!

This is one of those easy, make-ahead breakfasts every busy parent needs in their toolkit.

Creamy, nourishing and naturally sweet, made with real food ingredients only (of course). 💜🥣

I love the texture that freeze-dried fruit gives to chia pudding — it adds a subtle crunch and so much flavour. I honestly never make mine without it now.

Prep it the night before and wake up to a delicious, ready-to-go breakfast that keeps everyone happy.

Let me know if you make this recipe. I’d love to hear if your kids enjoy it!

And check out my stories for more tips I’ve discovered over the years as a mum and paediatric nutritionist. 👩‍👧‍👦💛

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08/12/2025

Parents, this is the moment Australia cannot ignore.

San Francisco is suing Big Food for harming public health.

Today, when I spoke with about this landmark case, I explained that many of the same companies being sued in the US helped design our Health Star Rating algorithm… and yet their ultra-processed products are still scoring three, four and even five stars.(Comment below for the link to the article to read exactly what I had to say.)

Families trusted the stars. They trusted the system. And they were misled.

So the question is… how long do we keep ignoring what is happening right in front of our eyes?

If we keep waiting for the government to fix this, our kids will be the ones paying the price.

At some point, we have to say enough is enough.

If you want to understand the full picture, the lawsuit, the science, and why this moment matters more than ever for Australian families, I have broken everything down clearly in the article.

Comment ‘REAL FOOD’ and I will send you the full article, so you can learn more and join our growing community of parents pushing for real change.

The government might not act quickly.

But parents can.

And this movement is only getting stronger.

07/12/2025

If you are no longer shocked by ultra-processed products getting high Health Star Ratings, or if you’ve ever said “I don’t even look at the stars anymore,” then keep swiping because I have something you need to see.

Comment “SWAPS” and I’ll send you more easy swaps, the full petition breakdown, and a reminder to sign up for Real Food Rating app updates so you don’t miss what’s coming next.

As you’ll see in the swaps I’ve shared, so many packaged foods rely on ultra-processed additives, emulsifiers and industrial ingredients, the same ingredients we’d never cook with at home, but they continue to receive high Health Star Ratings.

These swaps remove many of those fillers. They’re not everyday foods, but they are better choices if you’re trying to reduce additives without feeling overwhelmed.

And, with the developments coming out of San Francisco, a city finally holding Big Food accountable, it is clearer than ever that Australia cannot keep delaying change. Other countries are moving. We are still rewarding these companies.

I’ll be speaking more about this tomorrow, but for now I want every parent to see how our own government responded when 14,700 families asked for action… and are still asking!

This is why I am building the Real Food Rating.
A tool that puts families first.
Backed by current science.
Free from industry influence.

Enough is enough. We deserve so much better than what’s currently on offer for Aussie families.

Share this post if you believe more parents need to see this.

04/12/2025

Here is the recipe for these delicious Blondie Granola Puffs 💛👇🏽

A little reminder that you are doing a great job. Feeding kids can feel overwhelming, but small wholefood habits really do add up.

And yes… my hands are right in the mixture. This is a big batch for my family and a great sensory moment for little helpers. Make a big batch, pop it in a jar and your future self will thank you.

If you have been struggling to find cereals or crunchy snacks you feel good about, this wholefood option was created with real food ingredients for babies, toddlers and adults too.

👇 Recipe below

Blondie Granola Puffs
Makes: approx. 4 cups
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes

Ingredients
• 4 cups brown rice or quinoa puffs
• 1 cup cashew butter
• 1 cup date paste
• 2 tbsp melted coconut oil
• 1 tsp vanilla
• Pinch of salt

Method
1. Preheat oven to 160 C and line a tray.
2. Mix cashew butter, date paste, coconut oil, vanilla and salt.
3. Add puffs and coat well.
4. Spread on tray and bake 12 to 15 minutes, stirring halfway.
5. Cool, break into clusters and store in a jar.

You can find more wholefood family recipes like this in my new book, Unfussy Eaters Club. Pre-order via the link in my bio.

Save this recipe and share it with a friend who would love more simple wholefood ideas.

Follow for more family-friendly recipes and tips. 💛

27/11/2025

Are you as frustrated as I am?

14,389 parents called for change. The Government admitted the Health Star Rating system isn’t working but plans to make it mandatory without fixing it.

I wrote to the Minister for Health, the Hon Mark Butler MP, asking for transparency, accountability and change. The response I received was deeply disappointing.

Here’s what it really means 👇
🚩 They know the system is off track but won’t fix it
🚩 The same algorithm giving Milo Snack Bars and Up & Go 4 stars will stay
🚩 Additives are still assessed using outdated standards
🚩 The review of ultra-processed foods is delayed until at least 2026
🚩 Industry still has a seat at the table

As a mum and paediatric nutritionist, this hits hard.

I’ve been working around the clock, self-funding, researching and building a science-based formula to create a fairer system for families. If one mum can do this with limited resources, how can the Australian Government not find a solution?

Families deserve honest, transparent labelling, not a system that gives junk food a healthy halo.

While the Government delays, we’re moving forward.

The Real Food Rating System is being built to give parents truth, based on whole ingredients, minimal processing and real nutrition.

💬 Comment ‘change’ below and I’ll send you:
• The full Government letter and my plain-English breakdown
• Minister Mark Butler’s and Assistant Minister Rebecca White’s (leader of the Food Ministers Meeting) contact forms to share your feedback
• The link to join the Real Food Rating mailing list. You’ll also get our Real Food Reset Pantry Guide and exclusive app updates

This movement is growing.

Do you think the Health Star Rating system should be fixed before it becomes mandatory?

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Wholesome Child was created to provide informative and creative advice, support and inspiration to empower parents to make healthier food choices for their kids. Wholesome Child founder, child nutrition expert and mother of two, Mandy Sacher, is a Paediatric Nutritionist and SOS Feeding Consultant. Her clinical practice focuses on prenatal and childhood nutrition, helping parents and mums-to-be-feed their children healthy, nourishing foods right from the start. Mandy’s philosophy is simple: train children’s taste-buds to enjoy nourishing, nutritionally beneficial foods early as possible to ensure optimal development and establishment of lifelong healthy eating behaviours and food choices. After birth of her first child in 2010, she became increasingly aware of the lack of nutritionally sound information being made available to first-time parents. She was alarmed at the amount of baby and toddler food that were marketed as being ‘healthy’ when the sugar, salt and preservative content were overly high. Mandy realised our journeys to junk food can begin with the squeezie yoghurts we are fed or the teething rusks we eat. Wholesome Child is committed to helping parents understand the food choices available to our children, and to providing information and resources that make for easier access to better nutritional options than those available in the local convenience store. Mandy’s career in children’s health spans more than a decade. In 2006, she, along with other paediatric experts, founded the MEND Programme – an independent, not-for-profit organisation established to research (and prevent) obesity in children. Mandy and her colleagues at MEND developed one of the world’s only proven weight-loss treatments for obese children, based on ten years of research and clinical trials (http://www.mendcentral.org). Mandy worked as research assistant on her brother, Dr. Paul Sacher’s book From Kid to Super Kid, compiling case studies and investigating methods to improve the quality of overweight and obese children’s nutritional intake in order to affect better health, self-esteem and motivation to exercise. Mandy wrote for the Elfy Food Show (http://www.katebulkley.com/kilgarriff.pdf), a British animated mini-series about five healthy-eating elves on a mission to retrieve magical (healthy) foods. The programme promoted the virtues of fresh fruit and vegetables to a pre-teen audience and aired on Cartoon Network, Boomerang and Toonami. Wholesome Child was born just after Mandy’s son, when her professional expertise combined with her parental interest in ensuring the best possible nutritional options for her own children. For the past three years Mandy has consulted to day-cares on implementing more nutritional whole food menu plans and privately to parents of children of all ages. Wholesome Child’s nutritional workshops are held at preschools, mother’s groups, non-profit organisations and medical practices. Feed Them Right From the Start is the Wholesome Child motto. More informed and better food choices to promote well being and healthier living for our children. ——————– Qualifications summary: Personal trainer and nutritional consultant (acquired from Keep Fit International in Johannesburg South Africa – 1996) , Bachelor of Communications in Journalism, Bachelor of Communications in International Relations (UTS – 2004), Co-creator of the MEND Programme (author of the training manuals and other practical elements of the programme – 2004-2008), Certificate in Homeopathy , (2009-2010), Certificate in Naturopathy (2009-2010), Advanced Diploma in Nutritional Medicine ( 2012 -2014), SOS Feeding Accreditation (2014).