Zoetic Dietitians

18/12/2025

Some snack ideas for the festive season!

Following a balanced eating plan doesn’t mean you have to skip the charcuterie board at the gathering.

Here are some important tips to remember:
🍗 Lean protein has a great satiating effect, so we don’t end up only eating starchy crackers.
🥨 Choose light snacks like popcorn, air-popped chips and seeded crackers, these higher fiber options help regulate our blood sugar.
🥕 Veggies are the key to a wholesome snack board! Load them up and keep it fun - think out of the box by adding interesting veg like snap peas, peppers & mini cucumbers.
🥫When it comes to dips and sauces - choose the low fat option, they still taste great and you can enjoy them with peace of mind.

Include some of these delicious options so you don’t feel overly restricted the next time there is a charcuterie board. Better yet - if you know there will be a snack platter, why not offer to bring something from the above list? 🥒🍿

02/12/2025

01/12/2025

It’s IBD Awareness Week 🩵
Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis affect millions of people worldwide—yet many still struggle in silence.

As dietitians, we know nutrition plays a powerful role in not only managing symptoms, but helping induce remission and improving quality of life. But there is no one-size-fits-all diet for IBD, and every journey is unique.

The European Chron’s and Colitis organisation (ECCO) published an article in September 2025 with the new IBD guidelines- emphasising the importance of the correct dietary interventions and support.

This week, we stand with everyone navigating flares, fatigue, food fear, and the daily unpredictability of IBD.
Your experience is valid. Your strength is real. And you’re not alone.

🩵If you’re living with IBD, a personalised, evidence-based nutrition approach can make a meaningful difference.
💬 Feel free to reach out or drop questions below.

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17/11/2025

Does meal prep feel like an overwhelming task at the end of a long list of things you SHOULD be doing?

Lets simplify it! Instead of planning and cooking meals for a week, start by writing down your plans for just the next day. Check the freezer and the pantry and write down what you can make tomorrow. Just tomorrow. Repeat this task everyday.

If you start small and break a task up into smaller, more manageable portions you can take away the stress and focus on creating habits that help you, not goals that scare you.
This practice will assist you in prioritizing, healthy balanced meals one day at a time.

11/11/2025

Caption - As December edges closer, the fear of not being “beach-body ready” for Summer begins to set in around us. At this time it’s important to remember that the perfect Summer body doesn’t have to be achieved in order for you to recharge and enjoy your time off!

Our bodies change and are influenced by many different factors - and healthy might look different for each person.
So at the end of the day, what matters more is how you look after yourself and how you feel!

30/10/2025

Your genes are like a light switch - and your lifestyle can switch the light on or off!
We recently spent some time discussing how our DNA can affect our weight and ability to lose weight or gain muscle. Here are some key takeaways from that discussion:

- Genetic testing gives us further information on things like your metabolism, appetite, the way your body stores fat and the way it responds to exercise.
-This means you can make targeted choices based on your genes instead of trying different methods and hoping one works!

So while our genes have an influence on how our bodies respond and function, our lifestyle choices are ultimately what pulls the trigger
When DNA testing is combined with healthy habits and sustainable change - you can take control of your heath without feeling restricted.

08/10/2025

Need a balanced meal in a hurry? Try this flavour-packed vegan chickpea and pumpkin curry recipe, it comes together quickly and only needs one pot!

Ingredients:
1 onion, diced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp curry powder
800g pumpkin, cubed
Vegetable stock
1 tbsp sugar-free peanut butter
½ tin lite coconut milk
1 tin chickpeas, drained
Baby spinach
Salt & pepper to taste

Method:
Fry the onion and curry powder in olive oil
Add pumpkin and ½ cup vegetable stock. Cover and cook until soft.
Mix peanut butter into a little stock water, then stir into the pot.
Add coconut milk, chickpeas, and baby spinach.
Season with salt and pepper and enjoy!

26/09/2025

In our first DNA x weight-loss video we spoke about how our DNA sets the foundation for how our body. But what can our genes affect specifically? 🤔
Let’s look at some key areas that our genes can influence, some of them might surprise you!
Our genes shape SO much about our bodies, and the more you know, the more you can personalize your weight-loss journey.

12/09/2025

We live in a world that glorifies the hustle, but here’s your reminder: rest is not wasted time!

Taking care of yourself whether that’s sleeping in, saying no, or nourishing your body with good food is one of the most productive things you can do. When you recharge, you show up better in every other area of your life. 💛

04/09/2025

Not sure what the difference is between a dietitian and a nutritionist? Lets break it down!

A dietitian is a qualified medical professional, whereas a nutritionist is a looser term for someone who gives advice for general wellbeing. So while every dietitian also falls into the role of a nutritionist, not every nutritionist has the qualifications of a dietitian.

28/08/2025

Healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated or boring! Try this wholesome tuna pasta salad the next time you’re looking for a well balanced meal.

A few swaps take this dish from great to even better; swap out normal pasta for wholewheat pasta ( look out for more than 6g fiber per 100g ) and use fat free yoghurt in your dressing to lower the fat content.
Besides that, chuck in your favorite veggies and mix it all up - we’d love to see your versions of this quick and easy recipe!

14/08/2025

Isabel & Michelle from Zoetic dietitians are both certified lactation consultants, passionate about support and knowledge. They know how important it is to have guidance, reassurance, and practical solutions.

Many women expect breastfeeding to come naturally but that is not often the case! This is where lactation consulting comes in - Isabel & Michelle work with moms to troubleshoot issues, improve comfort, and ensure baby is getting enough nourishment. 🤱💛