Guardian Dietitian

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...

By Guardian Dietitian As a dietitian, I’m often asked about popular trends like Ozempic and keto. Understandably, people want clarity: Do...

By Guardian Dietitian You've seen the headlines—"Top 5 Foods for Gut Health", "Best Superfoods for Hormones", "Eat These 3 Things to Lose...

By Lane Edwards, APD Neurodivergent individuals experience unique challenges with executive function, sensory processing, and emotional...

As a dietitian, I have witnessed the profound struggles many of my patients endure with food and their bodies. Many have faced a lifetime...

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.