Healthy Plate Tool for Meal Planning

Do you know what a ‘Healthy Plate’ is? A healthy plate contains all the important nutrients your body needs to…

Hidden Sugars

One of my patients sent me a photo of balsamic vinegar the other day.  She was so excited to share…

High fat or high carb? Which diet helps you feel fuller for longer?

Watch to learn why a high-carb diet may not be what you need if you want to feel fuller for…

How to grow your own Sprouts

Sprouts are fantastic in stir-fry dishes, salads, and even as a standalone snack When you sprout a grain or seed,…

How to read Food Labels

Do you know how to read a food label? It can seem like quite a daunting task when you first…

Is Fruit Really Healthy? Let’s Talk About the Truth Behind the Sweetness

“Dr Karen, I’ve heard that fruit is full of sugar… should I stop eating fruit if I’m trying to lose…

Juicing vs Smoothies

What’s the best way to enjoy fresh fruit and veg?  Have you thought about whether juicing offers more health benefits…

Protein: An Essential Nutrient for Health and Vitality

One of the most common nutrition mistakes I see my patients make is that they don’t eat enough good-quality protein. …

Protein: How much do you need?

A patient came to see me.  Lovely lady.  Mother of 4 young kids.  She was experiencing sudden episodes of extreme…

Protein: T’s & C’s

Proteins are large molecules made up of smaller units called amino acids. There are 8 essential amino acids – they…

Should you do a Food Elimination?

A Food Elimination can be a powerful tool to discover whether foods you eat are causing you to feel unwell.…

The food pyramid just got flipped: what the new nutrition guidelines mean for you

Earlier this month, the United States released its Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030… and yes, they’ve made waves.  The headline…

Understanding Glycaemic Index and Glycaemic Load

When you understand Glycaemic Index and Glycaemic Load, you will be empowered to make healthier food choices and combine foods…

Want to break the carb craving cycle? Watch the video to get a great tip!

In this video I share with you how to break that carb craving cycle. Subscribe now and you will receive…

Watch to learn how lifestyle changes can improve and even reverse PCOS

Watch and learn from a case study on how lifestyle changes can improve and even reverse Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).…

Weight Loss Medications: Science, Origins, and Where They Fit in a Lifestyle Medicine Approach

Have you heard the buzz around weight loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro? Maybe you’ve seen the headlines or…

What Should You Eat When You’re Sick? Here’s the Truth

When you’re sick, your appetite might disappear, and advice from friends and family can get confusing: “Feed a fever, starve…

Working on resisting a hunger impulse? Watch the video to get a great tip!