The Culinary Dietitian SA

The Culinary Dietitian SA Empowering people to have a positive relationship with food & be comfortable in their bodies.

We all hear people talk about metabolism, but what really determines our daily calorie needs?
28/07/2026

We all hear people talk about metabolism, but what really determines our daily calorie needs?

It is Dietitians Week! The theme this year is "more than just a job", and it really is that for me. I love what I do.Whi...
05/06/2026

It is Dietitians Week!

The theme this year is "more than just a job", and it really is that for me. I love what I do.

While more and more people are reaching to AI for dietary guidance, navigating complex health conditions is about more than just information. As dietitians, we can provide the warmth, connection and support that AI cannot, combining science with the human experience.

PMOS, formerly known as PCOS, affects one in eight women. Following an international mandate for change, a global consen...
19/05/2026

PMOS, formerly known as PCOS, affects one in eight women. Following an international mandate for change, a global consensus process for a new name began. The transition is expected to occur over three years. The goal is to accurately reflect the condition's features, advance understanding and treatment, improve awareness, diagnosis and quality of care, and optimise outcomes, ultimately enhancing patient wellbeing.

The Dirty Dozen. So much fear mongering, but do we really need to worry?The Environmental Working Group's Dirty Dozen Li...
28/04/2026

The Dirty Dozen. So much fear mongering, but do we really need to worry?

The Environmental Working Group's Dirty Dozen List for 2026 is out. This list includes: spinach, kale, collard and mustard greens, strawberries, grapes, nectarines, peaches, cherries, apples, blackberries, pears, potatoes, blueberries, green beans and bell and hot peppers.

So what does the science say? Well, the Dirty Dozen measures the number of pesticides found on produce samples, but not the amounts. Doses are not taken into account, which is actually what determines safety for consumption. Yes, they did find PFAS (known as "forever chemicals") on the produce samples tested, but PFAS are found throughout our environment (in our food, water and air), including organic fruits and vegetables (which also contajn pesticides). You would need to consume hundreds of servings of these foods per day to experience negative effects from pesticide residues.

Food safety is highly regulated, and takes into account real-world exposure and safety margins. There is no need to fear conventionally grown fruits and vegetables. The foods on this list are all high in essential micronutrients and fibre. It is far more harmful to avoid them. If you prefer organic produce and can afford it, by all means go ahead, but there is nothing wrong with the rest.

For the longest time, creatine supplementation has been strongly associated with increasing muscle mass and strength, ai...
21/04/2026

For the longest time, creatine supplementation has been strongly associated with increasing muscle mass and strength, aiding in muscle recovery, and improving athletic performance. While this is still the case, the benefits go further..

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