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Evidence-informed, real-life nutrition.
Practical writing on blood sugar, metabolic health, and what actually helps — by Dorelle Thompson, APD.
Real-Life Nutrition
You're Buried, Not Broken
The Myth of Being "Broken" Have you ever thought, "Why can't I just stick to healthy habits? Why does my body feel like it's giving up on me?" If so, you're not alone. …
4 September 2025
Gut & Digestive Health
Gut Health Is More Than Bloating: What Your Body Is Trying to Tell You
If you think gut health is just about cutting carbs or avoiding gluten, it is worth a closer look. Your gut is a central player in how you feel every day. It affects your energy, mood, sleep and even …
14 August 2025
Real-Life Nutrition
Plan Your Healthy Retirement
Healthy or Wealthy? Why Most Retirees Need Both to Thrive Do you have a plan for a healthy retirement? Retirement isn't just about having enough money. It's about creating a life you'll wa…
13 August 2025
Blood Sugar & Diabetes
5 Simple Actions to Improve Blood Sugar Naturally
If you've been looking for ways to improve your blood sugar naturally, you're not alone. Confusing and conflicting advice can make it hard to know where to start — but better control doesn'…
2 August 2025
Blood Sugar & Diabetes
5 Simple Ways to Improve Blood Sugar Levels
If you've ever typed "how do I improve my blood sugar?" into Google, you're not alone. Balancing blood sugar isn't just for people living with diabetes — it's for anyone who …
30 July 2025
Weight & Metabolism
5 Simple Shifts to Weight Wisdom
How 5 Simple Shifts Can Move You Beyond Diet Frustration to Weight Wisdom If you're in your 40s or 50s and feel like your body has stopped playing by the old rules, you're not imagining it — a…
3 July 2025
Blood Sugar & Diabetes
5 Questions About Diabetes People Ask Most
This blog series answers the top 5 questions people ask about diabetes. The content is based on science and informed evidence — but it's general information and doesn't replace advice and trea…
31 March 2025
Blood Sugar & Diabetes
Could I Have Diabetes? Early Signs, Symptoms and Testing
Have you ever caught yourself wondering, "Could I have diabetes?" You're not alone — it's one of the most searched health questions online, and for good reason. In Australia, more th…
30 March 2025
Real-Life Nutrition
Broccoli: A Nutrient-Dense Superfood for Your Health
Broccoli is a nutrient-dense vegetable packed with vitamin C, fibre and sulforaphane, a well-studied antioxidant. This cruciferous favourite can support immunity, heart health and healthy blood sugar …
18 February 2025
Weight & Metabolism
Mindless Eating & Weight Gain
Mindless About Weight Have you ever finished a meal and realised you barely tasted it? Or reached into a bag of chips while watching TV, only to discover it's empty? That's mindless eating — a…
14 February 2025
Weight & Metabolism
Smart Food Swaps to Curb Cravings
Do mid-afternoon cravings get in the way of your healthy eating goals? The key to curbing cravings is not eating less, it is eating smarter. By making a few simple swaps, you can enjoy nutrient-dense …
29 January 2025
Gut & Digestive Health
Nourish Your Gut to Get Healthy Skin
Did you know your gut may hold one of the keys to glowing, healthy skin? At Wellness Nutrition Solutions, we focus on the connection between your diet, gut health and skin vitality. The gut-skin axis …
24 January 2025
Menopause & Midlife
Take Control of Menopause Symptoms with Personalised Nutrition Support
The right nutrients in your diet can ease menopause symptoms, support your bone and heart health, and lift your energy and mood. Whether you're navigating menopause now or looking to thrive afterw…
24 January 2025
Recipes
Citrus and Prawn Salad
This citrus and prawn salad works well on hot days when you don't feel like cooking with heat. The dressing is lovely and refreshing, and the shaved cheese rounds it out — though toasted pepitas a…
21 January 2025
Real-Life Nutrition
Dietary Iron: What It Does and How to Get Enough
What is iron? Iron is an essential mineral involved in many of your body's functions. It is a key part of haemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen around your body. Iron als…
21 January 2025
Recipes
Spinach and Lentil Salad with Citrus Dressing
A fresh, colourful salad that brings together leafy greens, lentils and a bright citrus dressing. With folate, fibre and healthy fats from avocado and seeds, it fits easily into a balanced, everyday w…
21 January 2025
Recipes
Chilled Mint and Watermelon Soup
This mint and watermelon soup is light and refreshing — lovely as an appetiser or entree before a heavier meal, or blended a little looser as a cool drink on a hot day. Ingredients Serves 3-4 4 cups o…
12 September 2024
Recipes
Fruit Kebabs with Greek Yoghurt Dip
Fruit kebabs are great for a kids' party, an afternoon snack or a light dessert. Use whatever fruit you have on hand — a wider variety of colours means a wider range of fruits on the plate. Ingred…
12 September 2024
Recipes
Grilled Vegetable and Quinoa Salad
This grilled vegetable and quinoa salad is nourishing and filling. It works well as a side with BBQ meats or fish, and makes a good meat-free meal with added protein from legumes, cheese or eggs. Ingr…
12 September 2024
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