Love-Based Diet

21/08/2026

Perimenopause looks different for every woman. While it’s always important to speak to your doctor if you have concerns, there is also a lot we can do through diet and lifestyle to support our bodies during this transition.

Read my latest blog post for my top nutrition and lifestyle tips to support your body during Peri ---> https://lovebaseddiet.au/blog

And if you are navigating perimenopause and would like personalised nutrition and lifestyle support, book a free Discovery Call to get started ---> https://lovebaseddiet.au/book-now

19/08/2026

You know you need to eat better, and do more for yourself, but you are not quite sure where to start.

Here.

Whether you are navigating nutritional changes, trying to lose weight, or simply looking for support that fits into your busy schedule, our free discovery call is a welcoming first step.

At Love-Based Diet, we believe healthy habits should be personalised, practical, and sustainable, not a one-size-fits-all approach that only creates another source of stress.
Share your story, talk through your challenges, and discover how we can help you create a nourishing approach that works for your real life.

Ready to take the first step? Book your free discovery call today: https://lovebaseddiet.au/book-now

18/08/2026

It's time to say farewell, with a special offer 💚

My menus are going on clearance, with 40% off for a limited time (while new entries are getting ready for the warmer season).

Use code BYEBYE at checkout and save on your favourite menus while they are still available: https://lovebaseddiet.au/shop

Thank you for being part of the Love-Based Diet community: I hope these resources continue to make healthy, enjoyable eating a little easier.

Shop now---> https://lovebaseddiet.au/shop/ols/categories/meal-plans

14/08/2026

I was talking about sustainable eating and seasonal eating with my students yesterday, and it made me think of this.

There is something wonderful about the way nature gives us what we need at the right time. Here in Victoria, late winter brings an abundance of vegetables that are not only colourful and delicious, but are packed full of goodness to support our health during the cooler months. I am thinking of:

🥦 Brassicas (broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage and Brussels sprouts)
🥬 Leafy greens (silverbeet, spinach, kale)
🥕 Root vegetables (carrots, beetroot, parsnips, turnips)
🎃 Pumpkin
🧅 Leeks

Eating all these vegetables now is not only good for our budget (there’s plenty available, so prices are generally affordable), but for our health too. In different amounts and combinations, these beauties provide vitamins C and A, which play important roles in helping our bodies fight infections and maintain healthy immune barriers. They are also rich in different types of fibre, helping our gut microbiome thrive: which, in turn, supports our immune health.

So, eating seasonally is a simple way of working with nature, adding variety and joy to our meals, while supporting local growers and the environment.

08/08/2026

05/08/2026

I know there is a lot of hype around "high-protein" foods these days, especially when it comes to processed or ready-to-eat meals. And while, in many cases, that is simply clever marketing, there is some truth behind the message: many of us (me included) don't eat enough lean protein, or we don't spread it well across the day.

Personally, lately I've been focusing on increasing my protein intake at dinner. As you know, I absolutely love seasonal vegetables, and a big bowl of homemade soup is one of my favourite meals at this time of year.
However, many of my go-to vegetable soups are naturally low in protein, which means:
- I don't quite reach my protein target for the day.
- I'm hungry again not long after dinner.

If this struggle resonates with you, here are a few easy ways to turn your favourite winter soups into more satisfying, fuss-free, higher-protein meals:

Pumpkin soup: add ¼ cup dry red lentils while the soup cooks. Extra protein: ~10 g

Vegetable minestrone: add ½ cup canned cannellini beans + ¼ cup cooked barley. Extra protein: ~9 g

Potato & leek soup: blend in ½ cup canned butter beans and serve with a slice of dark rye bread. Extra protein: ~10 g

Kale (or broccoli) soup: add ½ cup canned chickpeas + ½ cup cooked quinoa. Extra protein: ~11 g

Small changes like these can make a big difference to how filling your meals are, while also helping you meet your daily protein needs, without relying on expensive "protein" products or reinventing the wheel when dinnertime comes.

What's your favourite winter soup? I'd love to hear your go-to combinations! 👇

31/07/2026

If you haven't browsed my shop for a while, now is a great time to take another look! 💚

I have curated a collection of practical resources and menus to help make your journey towards a more nourishing, balanced, and less stressful way of eating a little easier.

From a Weekly Meal Planning Template and the Daily "Healthier Me" Planner, to a range of delicious, easy-to-follow menus to inspire your meals, you will find tools designed to save you time, reduce decision fatigue, and help you feel more confident when planning, preparing and enjoying your meals.

https://lovebaseddiet.au/shop


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29/07/2026

We all start with the best intentions, until life gets in the way.

A few stressful days. A busy week at work. Family celebrations. A holiday. Or simply a day where all you feel like is chocolate.

The goal is not to avoid these moments: they are part of life. The key is making sure they don't derail your progress more than they need to.

One of the biggest benefits of working with a nutritionist is creating a Plan B. A plan that embraces real life, allows for flexibility, and helps you get back on track without guilt or shame.

Creating lasting health doesn't mean aiming for perfection. it's about consistency, adaptability, and building skills and strategies to keep moving forward.

If you are looking for a realistic approach to nutrition that fits your life, book a discovery call and let's create your Plan B together.

26/07/2026

I haven't shared my weekly meal prep for a while... basically because I haven't been doing it! I've been going a bit more with the flow recently, partly because the school holidays gave me a little more time to prep and cook during the week. However, now that the holidays are just a distant memory, I thought I'd better get back on track.

I spoke about meal prep methods in my latest blog post, so if you missed it, you can check it out here: https://lovebaseddiet.au/blog.

The week ahead is going to be a busy one, so meals will be very simple.

One night, we're having salmon fillets with a couple of sides. I prepped some green beans to steam at the last minute while the salmon cooks and bought a bag of microwavable potatoes that will become a salad in no time.

I chopped up capsicum, carrots and broccoli for a quick vegetarian curry. I'll add some tofu at the last minute and cook the rice in my trusty multicooker while the curry simmers.

I also made a big pot of chicken stock. We will have chicken soup tonight, and the leftover stock will go in the freezer.

Pumpkin and beetroot are ready for a roasted veggie tray, which will be delicious with a sweet glaze and some fetta on top. I'll serve it with quinoa, which will cook while the veggies roast.

I prepped some zucchini to cook with tuna, olive oil, garlic and parsley for a speedy pasta sauce one night.

While I was making all of these, my air fryer cooked a frittata that will go into lunchboxes for a veggie-packed snack.

I also prepped some jars with oats, chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds and cinnamon. In the mornings, I'll add milk, high-protein yoghurt, nuts and berries before taking them with me for morning tea.

My son has also been enjoying a veggie platter after kinder lately, so I made sure I have a variety of bite-sized veggies ready to go, including qukes, sweet peas and capsicum sticks.

If you feel like healthy eating feels overwhelming, get in touch to chat about personalised nutrition support and how we can make healthy eating easier and more enjoyable for you and your family.