Category: Dietetics

Afloat

Written by our Mental Health Month 2018 competition winner. I stood on top of mountains The world bent to my will, Of happiness and contentment, I always had my fill. Sad times were only fleeting I was blessed in every way, But reality kicked my teeth in, I still feel…

Welcome and Why

I know the mind is complex. I know that every person has a different mind, different needs and different difficulties. I also know that there are many blogs, websites, books and podcasts about different issues to do with mental health. But I find think this is fantastic. If there are…

Psych up the Psych – Get to know Cathy

To get to know our lovely psychologist we asked her 5 quick questions she had to answer in 5 quick minutes! See Cathy’s answers below. What is your favourite quote? C: “You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think.” Christopher Robin Why do you…

Why We’re Ditching New Year’s Resolutions

The classic life cycle of the ‘New Year’s Resolution’ goes a little something like this: Set sights on some ultimate goal (e.g. get into shape, be super healthy and zen). Feel inspired, ‘this is my year!’, join the gym/buy expensive new active wear/buy a tonne of organic fruit and veg/download…

It’s not about the food – All about eating disorders

Candice Nicholls, ACFED approved Provisional Psychologist, Mind Mode One of the many misconceptions of eating disorders is that food is the main issue. Well what are eating disorders? What is the difference between disordered eating and an eating disorder? How can we separate the myths from the facts? What can…

Perspectives of an Anti-Diet Dietitian

 By Denelle Cosier – Accredited Practicing Dietitian    Dieting vs Food freedom  “I’ll start my diet again tomorrow” “Well I’ve eaten one brownie, I might as well eat a few more and make the most of it” Does this sound familiar to you? Do you constantly find yourself thinking about…

Dietetics and ADHD

Today, it feels like everything has changed—it’s either been closed, postponed, or canceled. Some states have officially shut down. You’re working from home, while watching your kids (and trying to teach them). You haven’t seen or hugged your loved ones in weeks. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit.…