Choline and fertility:
From pre-conception to pregnancy and beyond. Choline is an essential – and often lesser-known – nutrient that is required at all ages. It’s particularly important
Your Guide to Iodine
Everything you need to know… Whether this is your first introduction, or you’re simply in need of a quick refresher, consider this your guide to
Winter Warmer Dishes – Our Top 5
Amidst plunging temperatures, bracing winds and rapidly-fading daylight hours, Winter is well and truly upon us! This is the season for cosy nights in with
How to eat for a better night’s sleep
Sleep is an essential piece of the holistic health puzzle. An established body of research has identified links between a lack of sleep – particularly
Our how-to guide to hydration
Many of us struggle to meet our fluid requirements, particularly when the weather starts to cool down. Regardless of the season, staying adequately hydrated is
Everyday essentials to support healthy eating
Preparing healthy eating meals doesn’t have to be time consuming, labour intensive or expensive; in fact, with a just few everyday essential pantry, fridge and
Intermittent fasting: Possible benefits and risks
Rapidly gaining in popularity, intermittent fasting is an eating pattern characterised by alternating windows of time for eating and fasting. Although many people may be
How to follow a Mediterranean dietary pattern
The Mediterranean diet is among the most studied and well-known dietary patterns, worldwide. Traditional to the Mediterranean region – encompassing Greece, Crete and Southern Italy
10 high-protein snacks to try
Traditionally, snack foods could be divided into two groups, with some – typically high in sugar, saturated fat and/or salt – falling more into the
8 high-protein breakfast ideas to try
Ideally, every meal should feature a balance of complex carbohydrates, lean protein and healthy fats, for a sustained and balanced release of energy throughout the
What is Constipation?
Anyone who experiences constipation will know that it’s incredibly uncomfortable and can take a major toll on quality of life. Fibre supplements are commonly used
The gut-brain connection:
The link between gut health and mental health The connection between the gut microbiome and brain function represents an incredibly exciting, emerging area of research.
Food and Mood:
12 Foods for optimal mental health Depression and anxiety are common health conditions, with an estimated 44% of Australians aged 16-85 experiencing a mental health
IBD vs IBS – the importance of a correct diagnosis
Whilst the abbreviations sound similar and there is an overlap in symptoms, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) are two very different
How to make a healthy smoothie that is filling
Smoothies can be a great addition to a balanced diet, but only if they’re done right. One of the most common complaints we get about smoothies
How to beat the bloat
Most people have experienced bloating at least once in their life and would likely agree that it’s not a pleasant feeling. It’s important to note that
Allergy-friendly baking: The ultimate guide
Australia is home to some of the highest allergy rates in the world. With up to 2 percent of adults, 4-8 percent of children aged
The best milk alternatives in Australia
When it comes to milk alternatives, we’re spoiled for choices these days. Nut milk, oat milk, soy milk… The range has simply spiked in recent
Wholegrains: Everything you need to know
Since we’re always recommending them and aren’t likely to stop doing so anytime soon, we thought it was about time we gave you an in-depth
How to build a healthy school lunch
School lunches can feel relentless and completely overwhelming – the true daily grind. It’s hard to stay creative, especially when the school canteen is so convenient.
Are sugar alternatives healthy for you?
Most of us will have had it drummed into us from a young age that sugar isn’t nutritious. But despite our best efforts, it’s so
How to form new habits successfully
by Mia Acchorner, Student Dietitian & Amanda Smith, Accredited Practising Dietitian Every time the New Year comes around, the big question looms – “what are
How to eat healthy on a budget
Forget instant noodles and toast. Eating healthy on a budget is possible. There are plenty of ways to eat a nutritious diet all while saving
Mood-boosting superfoods to add to your shopping list
While there are lots of foods available in the supermarkets labelled as “superfoods”, there is no official definition behind the distinction. Most of these products
Managing mental health this festive season
Did you know, more messages are sent from the gut to the brain than the other way around? Yep, the number of nerves in the
5 tips for a healthier festive season
The festive season is well and truly upon us with an abundance of social activities filling up our schedules. From work Christmas parties and family
5 meal prep breakfast ideas
A belly full of warm, comforting food to start your day is just what the dietitian ordered. But if the only thing you’ve got in
7 hormones that are affected by diet
From affecting our general health to initiating changes in our body composition and weight, our hormones can impact our body in many ways. In this
How to read nutrition labels
Knowing how to read nutrition labels on packaged foods is an invaluable skill to have. Food companies are becoming savvier with marketing techniques that will
The gut-brain axis that links mood and food
Have you ever noticed that your emotions are often accompanied by a gut response? You may feel butterflies when you’re nervous, nauseous when you’re anxious,
Are you REALLY hungry? Here’s how to tell
While you might think hunger is a fairly straightforward feeling, there’s a big difference between the craving you have when you’re ploughing through a packet
What is the healthiest bread?
There are so many different bread varieties on our supermarket shelves here in Australia, which can make it difficult and confusing to know what is
Foods that increase dopamine
Many people claim that there are weight-loss and mental health benefits to adding more foods that increase dopamine in the diet. In this article, we
Work snacks for weight loss success
We all know that snacks are delicious, but they can also play a key role in helping you achieve your weight loss goals. Often, when
How to portion control in a healthy way
Does portion control typically remind you of weight loss goals, calorie counting and strict serving sizes? It shouldn’t, because correct portion control is about more
How to meal prep for work lunches
Taking the time to do some meal prep on the weekend can save you a lot of time and money, as well as giving you
6 nutrition tips for women with PCOS
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (or PCOS) is a common hormonal condition. PCOS affects around 13% of women of reproductive age, with an estimated 70% of cases
What is the healthiest cheese?
Cheese is a popular and versatile ingredient that is popular in dishes across cultures. Cheese has gotten a bit of a bad rap in diet
Eating healthy at work: Your 3 step guide
When it comes to eating healthy at work, one of the biggest challenges is time and energy after work in the evenings or early in
Is bread bad for you?
Breads of all different kinds are very much established staples in the diets of many countries and cultures, and have been for thousands of years.
How to eat well is just as important as what to eat
If you’ve been focusing on improving your diet, the types of food you eat are important, but how to eat well is a skill well-worth
How much water should you drink every day?
Water is an essential part of our health and wellbeing, but many of us struggle to drink as much water as we may like. With
Juice cleanses: The bad, the ugly and what to do instead
Juice cleanses have always been, and still are, popular for a number of reasons. They are perceived to have detoxification purposes. People use them as
Our founder interviews The Gut Health MD
Verde Nutrition’s founder, Chloe McLeod, recently interviewed The Gut Health MD about his new book. Will Bulsiewicz is a NYT bestselling author and prominent gastroenterologist.
14 healthy food court work lunches
As dietitians, we love to encourage homemade meals and snacks as much as possible. But we also like to think we’re realistic. We know how
What is zinc and why do we need it in our diets?
We’re often told about all the vitamins and minerals we should be getting enough of, without being told what they are or what they’re for.
What is the healthiest coffee order?
For many of us, our daily cup of coffee (or two, or three..) is non-negotiable. Given how frequently we drink coffee, it’s natural to be
Is milk good or bad for you and your health
Dairy milk is very much a staple food in Western diets. When we’re young, we’re taught by our parents and at school that milk is
Healthy dinner ideas for when you’re working late
You’ve had a long day meeting a deadline or trying to get on top of your to-do list, and the last thing you want to
What is a calorie deficit?
You’ve probably heard this term used in discussions around weight loss, the idea being that you should eat fewer calories than you need to burn
Eat healthy at work in 3 easy steps
Being busy with work doesn’t mean needing to let our nutrition go. If anything, it’s more important than ever to fuel our minds and bodies
Mediterranean diet snack ideas you’ll want to try
Did you know that the Mediterranean diet is currently the most well-researched and scientifically-backed diet out there? It is defined by a way of eating
6 healthy work lunches
Are you stuck in the same old routine of eating the same old boring lunches at work? Or maybe you’re finding yourself eating a few
How to build a healthy platter
Who doesn’t love a delicious platter? While they are fan favourite with pretty much everyone, platters can be very decadent and easy to over-do. If
7 best foods for mental health
Food and mood is a hot topic in nutrition at the moment as more and more awareness is brought to the importance of good mental
Eating for productivity: The ideal work day on a plate
Eating well, not only at work, but at home as well, can really help to keep your energy levels stable across the day. This plays
Gut health and rheumatoid arthritis
Diet and gut health both play a big role in our overall bone health, as well as in the progression of rheumatoid arthritis. Good gut
Stress eating at work? Here’s how to stop
We often discuss food in terms of the nutrition it provides, but what about its comfort factor? Yes, food fuels us. Yes, it powers our
3 healthy work lunch salads
Synonymous with health, salads are a fantastic way to bump up your plant-food intake. Fresh, cost-effective and super nutritious, we want to show you how
6 ways to reduce sweet cravings
Find yourself craving sweets and sugary foods a little too often for comfort? You’re not alone! The latest Australian National Survey showed that more than
Stock a healthier kitchen: The staples you need
Having staple ingredients in your kitchen makes building a healthy meal or snack that much easier. We have compiled a list of our favourite staple
5 best foods for brain health
Did you know that the foods we eat can support our brain health? Unfortunately, eating these foods will not turn you into the next Albert
Healthy café breakfast ideas you can recreate
If you’re focusing on your health and nutrition, why not try recreating a café brekkie at home? There are a wide range of recipes available
Health benefits of drinking less alcohol
Did you know that the social distancing restrictions and economic hardships that have come with the COVID-19 pandemic have Australians drinking more alcohol than ever?
An introduction to volume eating for beginners
Have you ever been told that the key to weight loss is to eat less and exercise more? The good news is that you don’t
Is lemon water actually good for you?
There is always a lot of hype around lemon water, especially in terms of weight loss. But is there any evidence as to whether or
Eating for every phase of your menstrual cycle
Many women may notice mental and physical changes throughout the menstrual cycle. Some of these may include digestive and bowel change fluctuations, chronic disease symptoms and changes in appetite. In this article, we will take a deep look into the nutritional considerations and what you should eat for every phase of your menstrual cycle.
Trust your gut
The digestive system is a pretty incredible thing. A healthy digestive system enables us to break down the food and drinks we consume, extract the
The pros and cons of calorie tracking
If you have tried to change your body composition, chances are you may have tracked calories before. There are a host of tracking apps now
FODMAP Sauces
Without support, a low FODMAP diet can often feel rather restrictive. One category that people often struggle with the most whilst following a low FODMAP
Reasons your resolutions are failing
You’ve likely heard that New Year’s resolutions tend to have a pretty low success rate, right? In fact, it’s estimated that most peoples’ resolutions fall