Diet Matters

Diet Matters Diet Matters is a Surrey based clinic led by Isabelle Fry, a registered dietitian.

Isabelle provides 1:1 consultations and aims to help you to achieve your health goals through nutrition; sustainable lifestyle changes; and food positivity.

05/06/2026

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐨𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐝𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐩 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐬?⁣
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🖐🏻Skipping meals is often seen as a badge of honour but it can be a rocky path…especially for perimenopausal women when hormones are unpredictable and nutrient intake is key! ⁣
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👉🏻 skipping meals can lead to unstable blood sugar levels⁣⁣
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👉🏻 skipping meals means that you are missing out on opportunities to meet your fibre, protein and micronutrient needs⁣
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👉🏻 skipping meals can lead to mood swings and hanger⁣⁣
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👉🏻 skipping meals is not sustainable if you are striving for an active lifestyle ⁣⁣
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👉🏻 skipping meals can lead to increased cravings⁣⁣
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👉🏻 skipping meals can lead to snack snack snacking for the following few hours⁣⁣
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👉🏻 skipping meals can make it more difficult to maintain muscle mass during perimenopause
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🩷 One of my clients told me today “I am enjoying food again”.⁣⁣🩷 As it’s dietitian week, I thought I would share a recen...
04/06/2026

🩷 One of my clients told me today “I am enjoying food again”.⁣
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🩷 As it’s dietitian week, I thought I would share a recent client experience…⁣
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🩷 I had a final consultation with a client this morning, and reflecting on where she started compared to where she is now was incredibly rewarding.⁣
When we first started working together, she was struggling with:⁣
• Low energy levels⁣
• Constipation⁣
• Feeling guilt around food⁣
• A difficult relationship with eating⁣
• Navigating the challenges of menopause⁣
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🩷 Today she shared that:⁣
- Her bowels are more regular⁣
- Her energy levels have improved⁣
- She no longer feels guilty around food⁣
- She’s enjoying food again⁣
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🩷 For me, the most important outcome isn’t just improved digestion or more energy, it’s seeing someone regain trust in their body and find enjoyment in eating again.⁣
So often, women are told that feeling tired, uncomfortable, and disconnected from food is simply part of menopause. It doesn’t have to be.⁣
Small, sustainable changes can create meaningful improvements in how you feel, function, and live.⁣
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🩷 This is why I love what I do! ⁣
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☕️ Coffee first thing…what’s the deal?⁣⁣The short answer: it depends…⁣⁣Cortisol is naturally higher in the morning, but ...
02/06/2026

☕️ Coffee first thing…what’s the deal?⁣
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The short answer: it depends…⁣
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Cortisol is naturally higher in the morning, but there isn’t strong evidence that drinking coffee soon after waking is harmful.⁣
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Caffeine does contribute to increased cortisol secretion but this response is lower in people who consume caffeine on a daily basis.⁣
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For some people, delaying coffee by 60-90 minutes may be helpful if:⁣
🖤 You feel jittery or anxious after your morning coffee⁣
🖤 You rely on multiple coffees to get through the day⁣
🖤 If you experience adverse gastrointestinal symptoms⁣
🖤 You experience energy crashes later in the morning⁣
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For many people, especially those who enjoy their morning routine and don’t experience negative effects, having coffee shortly after waking is absolutely fine.⁣
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What matters more is:⁣
☕️ Whether it’s affecting your sleep⁣
☕️ How dependant you are on caffeine⁣ the whole day
☕️ What your diet looks like alongside your coffee intake! ⁣
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As with all nutrition advice, there is no one-size-fits-all approach.⁣
Your morning coffee doesn’t need to be feared!⁣
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🖤 For me, I LOVE my morning coffee for the flavour, the boost, and the beneficial effect on my bowel movements. In fact, I think it lowers my cortisol 🤣⁣
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Do you drink coffee as soon as you wake up?

💛 Come on June!! How’s about that wish list…⁣Any you can relate to?⁣⁣Thanks for the post inspo.⁣⁣
01/06/2026

💛 Come on June!! How’s about that wish list…⁣
Any you can relate to?⁣
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Thanks for the post inspo.⁣
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🏃🏻‍♀️As a perimenopausal runner - recovery isn’t just about sleep and nutrition. It’s also about appreciating what your ...
31/05/2026

🏃🏻‍♀️As a perimenopausal runner - recovery isn’t just about sleep and nutrition. It’s also about appreciating what your body has achieved and celebrating it.⁣
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🇿🇦 My Cape Town marathon run wasn’t fast and it wasn’t pretty - it was sweaty, sweary, and spectacular!⁣
OH MY GOODNESS, what a privilege to be a part of that epic event.⁣
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💪🏻 Do you have any physical challenge goals that you have set yourself?⁣
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🩵 Are you on a GLP1 weight loss medication and perimenopausal?⁣⁣💉 When you start the medication, you will probably notic...
29/05/2026

🩵 Are you on a GLP1 weight loss medication and perimenopausal?⁣
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💉 When you start the medication, you will probably notice reduced appetite, stabilised blood sugar levels and reduced food noise.⁣
Make the most of this time to make positive sustainable habits!⁣
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To receive my guide “Sustainable Success: A practical guide to last weight loss beyond medication”, comment or DM me with SUCCESS. ⁣
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💚 𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐦𝐢𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞, 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐝𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐫𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐥 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐫. ⁣Instead of restriction, focus on...
15/05/2026

💚 𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐦𝐢𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞, 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐝𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐫𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐥 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐫. ⁣
Instead of restriction, focus on nourishment, balance, fibre, hydration, and adding more of the good stuff.⁣
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Small sustainable habits always beat extreme dieting in perimenopause 💚

Keepin’ it real over here in my perimenopausal era ✌🏻
14/05/2026

Keepin’ it real over here in my perimenopausal era ✌🏻

Are you on Mounjaro and your bowels are more sluggish?⁣⁣Swipe for some general tips!⁣⁣Everyone is individual with differ...
09/12/2025

Are you on Mounjaro and your bowels are more sluggish?⁣
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Swipe for some general tips!⁣
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Everyone is individual with different guts, diets, lifestyles, and health conditions. ⁣
Small, sustainable, individualised changes are key. ⁣ There are more niche tips but these are more specific in terms of amounts and overall gut health.
If you feel you need further support - please drop me a dm. ⁣
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💛 On Mounjaro or Wegovy?⁣⁣Fibre is one of the most underrated tools for anyone on weight loss medication. It helps with ...
03/12/2025

💛 On Mounjaro or Wegovy?⁣
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Fibre is one of the most underrated tools for anyone on weight loss medication. It helps with fullness, helps to control blood sugar levels, and is great for your gut health- but most people still fall short! ⁣
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The good news? It might be easier to hit your goals than you think. More mindful choices at each meal can get you to 30g a day. Check the post for simple ways to make it happen.⁣ If you would like tips on maintaining weight loss after weight loss medications, head to the link in my bio for my free guide “Sustainable Success- a practical guide to lasting weight loss beyond medication” 💛
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