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By Lane Edwards, Accredited Practising Dietitian Most people think of sleep as something that affects mood, energy, or productivity. But for people with sensitive guts, especially those living with bloating, constipation, early fullness, or gut–brain axis sensitivity, sleep is one of the most powerful, underrated gut interventions we have. Not because sleep magically “fixes” digestion, but because it changes the conditions your gut is operating in. A well‑rested gut behaves d

Written by Tom Price, Accredited Practising Dietitian The new kid on the block and viral TikTok trend, The Pink Salt Trick , has captured global attention, with a multitude of claims that it can hack the body and restore health. From boosting hydration to enhancing metabolic health, improving sleep and reducing bloating, this simple 'hack' seems too good to be true. And you know what they say about things that sound too good to be true. So, what exactly is The Pink Salt Trick

By Tom Price, Accredited Practising Dietitian Disclaimer: This article provides general information only and is not intended for personalised dietetic advice nor suitable for individuals with a current or past eating disorder. If you have concerns about disordered eating, please seek support from an eating‑disorder‑informed healthcare team. Introduction Little debate exists around the fact that food and nutrition is a polarising space. Within this space, few topics receive as

By Lane Edwards, Accredited Practising Dietitian We've talked about perimenopause and manopause. Now it's time to talk about midlife health beyond the binary. Midlife is often framed as a time of reckoning — a period of reflection, transition, and renewal. For LGBTQIA+ people, this life stage can be uniquely complex, shaped by a lifetime of navigating identity, systemic barriers, and evolving health needs. Yet nutrition care at midlife offers a powerful opportunity: not just

By Lane Edwards, Accredited Practising Dietitian As conversations around perimenopause gain momentum, it’s time we asked: what about the men? While men don’t experience menopause, they do undergo a quieter, less-discussed shift in midlife — a gradual decline in testosterone, changes in body composition, and increased risk of chronic disease. It’s sometimes dubbed “manopause,” and although the term may raise eyebrows, the physiological changes are real. Yet unlike women’s heal

By Lane Edwards, Accredited Practising Dietitian Perimenopause is a natural but often disorienting transition. Hormonal fluctuations can bring on a cascade of changes — from disrupted sleep and mood shifts to brain fog, fatigue, and changes in how the body feels and functions. In the midst of all this, it's completely understandable to feel overwhelmed. When energy is low and emotions are high, reaching for quick fixes can feel like the only option — especially when planning

By Lane Edwards In a culture driven by optimisation —macros, mindfulness, and curated joy—it's easy to forget that nourishment is more than nutrients. It's about presence. Just like our relationships with others, our relationship with food thrives not through perfection, but through attunement, reciprocity, and emotional safety. Food as Relationship, Not Transaction As a dietitian, I've seen countless clients chase the "perfect" diet. They count, restrict, and perform wellnes

By Guardian Dietitian As a dietitian, I’m often asked about popular trends like Ozempic and keto. Understandably, people want clarity: Do they work? Are they safe? Will the effects last? These are complex and valid questions. Yet the responses circulating in mainstream spaces are often reductive—like “just take this drug” or “ditch the carbs”—missing the individual context, lived experience, and long-term sustainability that real health conversations deserve. That’s exactly w

By Guardian Dietitian You've seen the headlines—"Top 5 Foods for Gut Health", "Best Superfoods for Hormones", "Eat These 3 Things to Lose Belly Fat". They're everywhere—on instagram, in wellness blogs and magazines. They promise clarity and something concrete for us to take action on in the complex world of nutrition. But for many people, they deliver something else entirely: anxiety, guilt, and a sense that you're always doing it wrong or you're just not trying hard enough.

By Lane Edwards, APD Neurodivergent individuals experience unique challenges with executive function, sensory processing, and emotional regulation. While ADHD and autism impact cognition in different ways, both are influenced by neurotransmitter activity, stress levels, and hormonal fluctuations—all of which can be supported through nutrition (James, Montgomery & Williams, 2011; Dietitians Australia, 2023). Research suggests that dietary interventions targeting dopamine and s

As a dietitian, I have witnessed the profound struggles many of my patients endure with food and their bodies. Many have faced a lifetime of dissatisfaction, rooted in early childhood experiences where diets were imposed by well-meaning parents grappling with their own food and body image issues. Others have faced negative comments from peers or the relentless comparison to unattainable, airbrushed standards, leading to deep-seated feelings of inadequacy and self-criticism. T

The weight loss industry is not helping and restrictive diets can be harmful. The Non-Diet approach offers an evidence-based perspective.

Non-Diet Dietitians challenge the pervasive diet culture that we see today.