Movement matters – which type of exercise is right for me?
Is your idea of a workout one that could be classified as an extreme sport, aimed predominantly at raising your heart rate? Do you only consider your exercise ‘done’ for...
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Dr Libby’s take on the protein conversation: your top questions answered.
Protein is having a major moment right now. You’ve likely come across advice pushing very high daily intakes. You may have heard that women over 40 aren’t getting enough. And you’ve probably noticed protein being added to just about everything – from...
Confused about nuts?
When it comes to eating nuts, you’ve likely heard conflicting viewpoints over the years. Some advice encourages us to avoid nuts due to their high fat and calorie content, while...
Office morning teas
Many of you are likely heading back to work about now, which might mean office morning teas and face-to-face team meetings – with food – are back on the menu....
Energy myths busted
There are many nutritional, biochemical and emotional processes that contribute to whether or not we feel energised and full of vitality throughout the day. But when it comes to explaining...
Do you trust your body?
When it comes to food, do you trust your body? Do you trust it to let you know what it needs from your food—and what it doesn’t? Or do you...
Do you get panicky hungry?
Feeling hungry is uncomfortable—and it’s supposed to be. Our bodies are biologically wired this way so that we stop what we’re doing and search for food. This ultimately keeps us...
When your usual routine goes out the window
Many of us around the globe are finding that our usual routine is completely disrupted. Maybe you’ve had to say goodbye to your morning exercise session or now have the...
Talking to kids about food
If you feel a little lost about how to talk to your children about food, you’re not alone. Many parents struggle to get their little ones to eat nourishing foods...
Could you be iron deficient?
If you’re a woman in her menstruation years, there’s a chance you may be iron deficient. As one of the most common nutrient deficiencies worldwide, monthly menstruation makes women in...
What are you really weighing?
Are you someone who jumps on the scales at every opportunity? In my 20 years of clinical practice, I have never weighed a client. In fact, if you’re a chronic...
Supporting yourself through the stress of natural disaster
It’s been an incredibly difficult start to the year in Australia. The devastation that has already been caused by the bushfires raging across the country is hard to fathom and...
When the festive season adds to your invisible load
The Christmas period can be a time of joy and celebration—yet for many people it also becomes a time of increased pressure and responsibility. Whether it’s juggling children on school...
5 nourishing breakfast ideas to start the day
1. Have a green smoothie I wouldn’t necessarily recommend a liquid breakfast every day, as chewing our food triggers stomach acid production which encourages optimal digestion, however, you can’t get...
Cortisol: the chronic stress hormone
The human body makes two dominant stress hormones. They are adrenaline and cortisol. Cortisol is our chronic stress hormone. In other words, we tend to make too much of it...
The importance of fostering more alone time
With our busy lives, it can feel as though there isn’t space for us to create any time for solitude. Having a young family in particular can make it feel...
5 ways to improve your sleep today
Good sleep is the basis of good health. Waking up refreshed, well rested and ready to take on the day is truly one of life’s pleasures, but unfortunately isn’t experienced...