Mealprep’s Weekly News Roundup: Chefgood Launch Their Brand New Low Carb Meal Plans My Muscle Chef My Muscle Chef have just dropped a new menu product to get you through those sweet summer cravings. View this post on Instagram A post shared by My Muscle Chef (@mymusclechef) Introducing the Strawberry Protein Yoghurt cup! The fruity yoghurt treat is high in protein and low in sugar, while still providing […]
by Georgia Marr Oct 18
Mealprep’s Weekly News Roundup: Youfoodz Release Their New Boosta Shots At Selected Retailers Youfoodz: What’s better than a cold, fresh bottle of juice on a hot spring day? Nothing! That’s why Youfoodz have gone ahead and made their Collagen Boosta and Multivitamin Boosta shots available in selected stores. The Collagen Boosta is as colourful as it is flavourful with dragfruit, apple, pear, strawberry juice, a pinch of ginger […] by Georgia Marr Sep 27- Mealprep’s Weekly News Roundup: Mealprep Reveals The Seven Best Rice Cookers On The Australian Market Youfoodz: The Youfoodz springtime menu has officially landed at Coles! If you haven’t already taste-tested the new range, drop by your nearest Coles to try out some of Youfoodz’ clean and fresh, spring-inspired flavours. Of course, all new menu items will be healthy, balanced and low in calories. View this post on Instagram […] by Georgia Marr Sep 20
- Mealprep’s Weekly News Roundup: Youfoodz release a new springtime menu Youfoodz: Youfoodz have released a new springtime menu, brought to you by Youfoodz favourite development chefs Marty and Jimmy. The food was specifically developed to compliment the season, with bright and refreshing ingredients, with low-calories and packed full of flavour. The new menu includes a balsamic, chicken salad with a sprinkle of feta and a […] by Georgia Marr Sep 13
- Mealprep’s Weekly News Roundup: Chefgood Announce Their Latest Guest Chef! Youfoodz: Youfoodz has launched a massive sale on their snack menu with up to fifty percent off selected snacks for one week only! On top of their massive snack sale, Youfoodz is also offering a discount on meals with nine meals available for $69 or seven for $55 when you use one of the discount […] by Georgia Marr Sep 06
- Mealprep’s Weekly News Roundup: Chefgood Launch Their New Springtime Menu Soulara: Soulara is doing a collaboration with Booktopia! The super tasty plant-based meal provider has teamed up with Booktopia for a food and breakfast pairing. Customers can now order themselves a book from Booktopia to read while they enjoy a healthy, nutritious breakfast from Soulara. For those who aren’t sure which book to pair […] by Georgia Marr Aug 30
- Mealprep’s Weekly News Roundup: Soulara Launches A Father’s Day Giveaway My Muscle Chef: My Muscle Chef have just announced the launch of next day delivery service to Sydney Metro suburbs, allowing MMC to deliver food to loyal Sydney-based customers faster than ever before. The announcement comes as Sydney-siders receive notice that lockdown will be extended to September. HelloFresh: HelloFresh announce EveryPlates’s second campaign with comedian […] by Georgia Marr Aug 23
Is A Gluten Free Diet Good For Weight Loss? Are Gluten & Weight Loss Connected? A gluten-free diet is a therapeutic diet that was originally created for individuals with celiac disease. Just like the keto diet that was created for individuals with epilepsy, it has been co-opted as a “weight-loss diet.” It might be! A 2017 study using data from the National Health and […]
by Valentina Duong Jul 30
Ridiculously Easy Weekday Meal Prep For Muscle Gain Do you struggle to get enough protein in for muscle gain? Problem-o solved with this fool-proof extra high protein meal prep plan. It’s jampacked with at least 150g of protein per day! This is more than enough protein for anyone from 70-90kg that wants to focus on muscle-building. It uses high quality but budget-friendly protein […] by Valentina Duong Jul 26
Foods That Boost Your Immune System What is our immune system and how does it work? Our immune system consists of organs, cells & proteins that work together to protect against invaders. Its main functions include creating a barrier to stop pathogens (foreign substances) from entering, identify pathogens, eliminate pathogens and create an immunological memory. This “immunological memory” allows your body […] by Valentina Duong Jul 23
Toxic Positivity: What It Is And How To Recognise It Have you ever felt that you wouldn’t be successful, liked, or validated if you weren’t a ray of sunshine 24/7? Do you feel the pressure to be cheerful and look like you’ve got your entire life together all the time? And social media doesn’t make it any easier. With posts highlighting quotes such as, ‘positive […]
by Ophie Ho Jul 22
How Much Red Meat Is Too Much? There’s been a lot of beef and mixed messages about beef in recent years. On one hand, there are studies highlighting the link between excessive red meat and processed meats with cancer. On the other hand, there are researchers arguing that Which Animals Count As Red Meat? List of Unprocessed Meat: Unprocessed red meat includes […] by Valentina Duong Jul 19
The Golden Rules To Losing Weight and Keeping It Off Forever Making The First 8 Weeks Count! Starting early and strong matters in the long run! Early weight loss can predict long-term success. The Look AHEAD study followed 2,290 adults on their weight loss for 8 years and provided an intensive weight loss intervention. It described successful weight loss as losing more than 5% of body […] by Valentina Duong Jul 18
What Is Type 3 Diabetes And How Can We Protect Our Brain? What is Type 3 Diabetes? Within research, Type 3 Diabetes is often coined as “Diabetes as the brain” or more commonly known as Alzheimer’s Disease. In a 2008 study, researchers (Dr Suzanne Monte and Dr Jack Wands) proposed that Alzheimer’s disease was caused by insulin resistance within the brain. Insulin resistance is when the body’s […] by Valentina Duong Jul 18
Intermittent Fasting Can Be A Trigger For Binge Eating (Not The Solution) During the pandemic, there’s been reports of higher levels of overeating, binge eating and dieting attempts. In fact, 27% of Australians are undertaking more severe food restriction and 34% are experiencing heightened binge eating episodes since COVID-19 first began. This is unsurprising considering the collective sense of loss of control, stress and anxiety we have […] by Valentina Duong Jul 11
Ridiculously Simple 1-Week Weight Loss Meal Prep for Fit Women Who Can’t Cook It’s an unspoken rule that anyone who takes their health seriously plans some of their meals ahead of time. Meal prep takes the guesswork out of eating healthy, helps you reach your fitness goals effortlessly and saves you money. It’s a no-brainer BUT it’s so damn intimidating. Especially when so much information is out there […] by Valentina Duong Jul 10
How To Keep Your Meal Prep Hot Or Cold On The Go There’s really nothing worse than a soggy, temped meal that is nothing more than a fraction of its former glory from the night before. This is normally because we don’t have access to the facilities we need to either heat our food up or keep it cold throughout the day. While many of us opt […] by Georgia Marr Jul 06
Cycle Syncing: What To Eat During Each Phase Of Your Menstrual Cycle What is Menstrual cycle syncing? Menstrual cycle syncing is when you eat, exercise, and socialise according to your hormones throughout your period. It was trademarked by Alisa Vitti who has created the Flo 28 program. This program encourages participants to track their cycles, and base their diet and fitness routine around their hormonal cycle. Alongside […] by Valentina Duong Jun 27
Healthy Air Fryer Recipes If you’re one of those people who stocked up their freezer with chicken nuggets to air fry in the hopes cutting out the oil would justify the fat and carbs, unfortunately, you are wrong. Whipping up a plate full of chicken nuggets may be healthier in an air fryer, but it doesn’t magically eliminate the […] by Georgia Marr Jun 22
Top 5 Healthy, Calorie- conscious Sauces, Dressings and Dips What to look for in a healthy dressing or dip? When reading the nutrition label on dressings and dips, I look at the total calories, saturated fat and search the ingredient list for healthy fats. I am also mindful of sugar and sodium (salt), but buying pre-made sauces, dressing or dips tends to include both. […] by Valentina Duong Jun 18
Soba Noodles – The underrated, lower-carb noodle for weight loss Looking for a lower-carb noodle that is delicious hot or cold? Soba noodles fits the role perfectly! They originated from Japan and are made from buckwheat flour and water, with whole-wheat flour sometimes added. They are dark brown, thick noodles that resemble spaghetti. They’ve previously been overshadowed by Shirataki (Konjac) Noodles often called “Miracle noodles” […] by Valentina Duong Jun 12
The HCG Diet: A Dietitian’s Review What is the HCG diet? The HCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin) Diet consists of daily injections or drops of the HCG hormone with a 500 calorie daily diet. It has 3 phases; the first one requires overeating high calorie foods, progressing to an extremely restrictive diet and then slowly reintroducing foods. This diet was popularised in […] by Valentina Duong Jun 09
5 Ways To Improve Your Mental Health with Nutrition 1. Look after your gut – It’s where 95% of serotonin is made! Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that sends messages between nerve cells. It’ known as the “happy hormone” because it helps regulates mood, wellbeing, sleep and digestion. HOW? Eat at least 3 different colours from fruit and vegetables daily. E.g. red (capsicum, apples), orange […] by Valentina Duong Jun 04
Chefgood Guest Chef Series Welcomes Masterchef’s Reynold Poernomo To The Kitchen This month, former Masterchef contestant and co-owner of KOI dessert bar and Monkey’s corner in Sydney, Reynold Poernomo is lending his skills to the Chefgood kitchen and we are beyond excited to check out what culinary creations he has in store for us. Reynold is renowned for his intricate and beautifully conceptualised dishes such as […] by Georgia Marr Jun 02
Is your diet missing functional foods? What are functional foods and nutraceuticals? Functional foods are foods that are beneficial beyond the nutrients and energy they provide us. Many fruits, vegetables, legumes and fortified foods are often also considered functional foods because they can add additional health benefits (beyond meeting our energy and nutrient requirements). The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics defines […] by Valentina Duong Jun 02
Coles PerForm vs Core Powerfoods As a performance dietitian, I can confirm that frozen meals are a great back-up plan for myself and many of my athletes. They can be a healthy, convenient way to meet your protein and energy needs. I was very excited when Coles announced the release of its very own healthy, frozen meals called “Coles PerForm”. […] by Valentina Duong May 27
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