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How many calories should I be eating? A question I get asked alot. In this blog I discuss calorie calculations and answer the question as to whether you need to know how many calories to eat in a day. Read more here >>>> https://www.fortitudenutritioncoaching.com.au/blog/how-many-calories-should-i-be-eating
Do you ever hear someone talk smack about sugar? Things like, it's toxic, it damages your immune system, it will cause a crippling addiction that you rob your parents over (maybe I made that last one up). This blog answers the questions: what is insulin, what is insulin resistance, why do we care and how to work on. Read more here >>>> https://www.fortitudenutritioncoaching.com.au/blog/what-is-insulin-resistance
Can healthy eating be taken too far? If so, what are the consequences of becoming obsessed with healthy eating? This blog explains orthorexia, how it may affect people, and strategies to overcome it. Read more here >>>> https://www.fortitudenutritioncoaching.com.au/blog/what-is-orthorexia
Are you your own harshest critic? If so, you aren’t alone. In this blog we provide you with insight into why being hard on ourselves isn’t the most helpful way to motivate change, and strategies to silence that inner critic. Read more here >>>> https://www.fortitudenutritioncoaching.com.au/blog/challenge-your-inner-critic
How do diets work? Which diet is best? Is it low carb? Is it fasting? But how do fat loss diets actually work?
This is a simple guide that explains how diets actually work and things to consider when choosing or creating a diet for you.
Are you afraid you’ll rebound after an aggressive diet? What does science really say? In this blog, we explore the evidence on large calorie deficits, who they might be for and who should avoid them. Read more here >>https://www.fortitudenutritioncoaching.com.au/blog/do-aggressive-diets-cause-weight-regain
Are body fat scans accurate? Are body fat scans worth doing? Have you ever had a body fat scan and it has changed how you feel about yourself or your progress? In this blog, we explain why they might not be the best way for you to measure progress due to their inaccuracies.
The Health Stars are an Australian Government initiative and the basic aim is to help people choose between two similar products.
Do the claims around red meat being "bad" have any legitimate backing, or is it just another example of fad dieting crap?
Glycemic Index refers to the rise of sugar in your blood after eating something containing carbohydrates.
Nutrient timing can be a useful strategy for some people and for others it can add unnecessary stress to their diet. It all depends on the goals and preferences of the individual.
Apps like MyFitnessPal can be helpful in understanding calorie/macronutrient content of foods but there are many ways to track inaccurately.
Do we need to detox, can they actually work and what should you consider before starting a detox.
Downloading the MyFitnessPal app and plugging in some estimations of your meals isn’t always going to lead to progress, especially if you make these mistakes
Soy seems to be a completely safe, legitimate source of protein and nutrients and scientific evidence overwhelmingly indicates that it’s good.
A guide for eating at fast food restaurants, aiming for at least 30 grams of protein and less than 600 calories.
This is an easy guide for using a laptop or PC to add “Friends” on My Fitness Pal and update your privacy settings to that your friends or coach can review your daily logs and see your progress.
This is an easy guide for using your phone to add “Friends” on My Fitness Pal and update your privacy settings to that your friends or coach can review your daily logs and see your progress.
Should we eat dairy? Does it cause acne, fat gain, weight gain or contain harmful hormones?
Low calorie sweeteners can help with issues like limiting carbohydrate and total energy intake to manage body weight and assist in weight loss.
Alcohol can reduce our inhibitions, reduce muscle growth, increase impulsivity and increase appetite.
A common myth is that gluten-free foods are healthier however this is actually not the case if you are a healthy individual with no gluten allergy or sensitivity.
As humans we celebrate with food and at times, may overeat. Here are some do’s and do not’s of overeating.
Have an amazing festive season, get back to your usual habits early in the new year and all should be well.
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