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The Lifestyle Dietitian

Michelle Theodosi
Nutritionist, Dietitian & Sports Dietitian
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Email: michelle@thelifestyledietitian.com.au

21/10/2025

Plot twist: eating disorders don’t check your birth date

Most people think eating disorders only happen in your teens. But food struggles can show up (or sneak back in) during times of big hormonal shifts. Think perimenopause, postpartum and pregnancy.

Because when your hormones, body, sleep and identity all change at once, your relationship with food can feel different too.

🌙 Perimenopause + menopause: when your body changes and old diet culture messages start creeping back in, it can be tough to feel at peace with food

🤰 Pregnancy + postpartum: where “eat clean” meets “eat enough,” and your body changes faster than your wardrobe can keep up.

🧠 Adolescence: most of us think of this stage first, but we also need to talk about males, who are often left out of the conversation.

💛 Save this post or share it with someone who needs to hear that food struggles aren’t just a “teen thing.”

28/09/2025

At first glance, these bloods looked “bad.” All the cholesterol numbers still in red. We remember this particular client came in feeling flat because their GP had only said, “your cholesterol is still high.”

But what wasn’t pointed out…

Every. Single. Result. was trending down over the past year! LDL (the “sticky” plaque-forming kind), total cholesterol, all slowly dropping. And this client had done it through everyday food changes and lifestyle tweaks. No meds 😮

If we’d only focused on “still high,” they probably would’ve thrown in the towel. Instead, we zoomed out, celebrated the wins and turned those habits into a tracker to keep ticking off ✍️

You know, this is exactly why we always focus on progress over perfection in consults. Health changes don’t happen overnight. They happen in small steps stacked over time.

So if you’ve been making changes but the end goal feels so far away, zoom out. You might already be halfway there 🥰

Save this for the next time you feel like your hard work isn’t paying off, or share it with someone who needs a boost

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17/09/2025

Dieitian by day, desperate housewives binge-watcher by night. Unfortunately we do ❤️ having Vic on the TLD team 🥰🥖

18/08/2025

Ever been “hangry”… but your stomach wasn’t even growling?

That’s because hunger isn’t always obvious. Sometimes it shows up as brain fog, snappy moods or even feeling a bit nauseous.

And when we miss those signs?

We push through, only to end up face-first in the pantry later wondering why we feel so out of control around food 👀

But here’s the truth: your body is smarter than any diet rule. It’s just giving you signals in ways you might not expect. Learning to listen is where food freedom starts.

Swipe the carousel for 5 signs of hunger you might be missing 👉

And if you’re tired of the guilt-restriction-overeating cycle, our TLD team of dietitians would love to support you.

DM us “HUNGER” or hit the link in bio to book 💛

03/08/2025

Think of it like this…

Mistakes and failing are necessary stepping stones to success (as corny as it sounds)

Because every time you fail, you get a bunch of rich data to learn from. You can reflect on why things failed, tweak your plan, make it even better and take strides towards your goal 🏃‍♂️

You see, an unhelpful “fixed” mindset sees failure and success as either/or. Very black and white.

But, a helpful “growth” mindset understands failure is needed before success can happen.

Try not to take failure personally. Yes, it stings your pride 🙃 But, it’s part of your ever-increasing armoury to use to your advantage

(provided you have the right support and tools to learn then adjust your plan!)

We’re all about creating a non-judgemental safe space in our sessions to help you embrace failures, stay curious and actually put into practice your learnings to truly achieve your health goals.

No judgement, just support 💛

If this resonates with you, send us a DM. We’ll help you figure out your next step 🥰

Or, tap the link in bio to book in with one of our dietitians

14/07/2025

Closed one of our 67 Chrome tabs and felt immediate peace… now if only we could do that with old food rules 👀😭

You know the ones:
“Don’t eat carbs after 6pm”
“Sugar = bad”
“Snacking = failure”
“Bread is the enemy”
“Only eat clean, organic, perfectly prepped food at all times even when you’re tired and your fridge is empty” 😅

These rules didn’t fall from the sky. They’ve been picked up from diet books, influencers, relatives, and probably a Pinterest board/Tumbler post from 2013.

But guess what? You’re allowed to close them.
And you don’t need to feel guilty about it.

The real glow-up? Learning to eat without food guilt, obsession, or 26 competing voices in your head every time you open the fridge 🥹

🤎 Save this for a reminder you can reprogram your brain tabs
🤎or share it with someone else who’s ready to click close on diet culture

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01/07/2025

You know what’s underrated? A dinner that actually leaves you feeling full, satisfied… and not rummaging through the pantry an hour later 😅

The truth? A lot of “quick fix” dinners skip the stuff that helps you feel properly fuelled. Like enough protein, colour (hello veg), carbs and fats that do good things for your body.

That’s exactly why we created Easy Eats:

✅ 10 main meal recipes
✅ Ready in 20 minutes (yes, really)
✅ Dietitian-designed for busy humans AND families
✅ Balanced with carbs, protein, veggies and healthy fats
✅ Plus, fussy-eater-friendly tricks baked right in 🍽️

Because dinner shouldn’t feel like a full-time job… or leave you feeling flat, snacky or thinking “well that didn’t hit the spot...”

Want the stress-free dinner plan we give to our own clients (and use in our own kitchens)?

Download your copy of Easy Eats now, the link is waiting for you in our bio👆

Your brain will thank you. Your body will too 💛

👉 Got questions? Ask below!

12/06/2025

So, not all tofu is built the same. Ever picked up tofu thinking it’s a great protein source… then found yourself hungry an hour later?

We’re constantly reviewing supermarket products for clients, checking for things like the protein content across tofu products at Woolies, Coles and Aldi.

And the difference is bigger than most expect 👀

Some have nearly 6x the protein compared to others (per 100g) 🤯 That might explain why one keeps you full after dinner and the other leaves you raiding the pantry for snacks at 9pm.

Tofu can be an awesome plant-based protein though. It’s:
- affordable
- versatile
- packed with iron, calcium (if fortified) and heart-healthy menopause-friendly isoflavones
- and a great base for quick family meals (yes, even if your partner still insists they “don’t like tofu”)

But if you’re relying on it to keep you satisfied, it’s worth checking the label!

Next time you’re shopping, do a quick scan of the protein per 100g and compare it to what’s on this post. Small habit, big difference 🛒

Share this post with a tofu-lover who’d find this helpful 🤝

10/05/2025

Happy Mother’s Day from the TLD team 🥰

Today we’re celebrating the incredible women who shaped us. We wouldn’t be the people (or dietitians!) we are today without them 🌷

Swipe through to meet the mums, grandmas, yiayias, nonnas and little ones who make our team who we are ❤️

28/04/2025

When the food’s good, the cause is even better and the company? 10/10

This week we swapped clinic notes for napkins and enjoyed a night out at the Refettorio OzHarvest Pay It Forward Dinner and it was delicious 🤌

If you haven’t heard of it, OzHarvest rescues quality surplus food to create stunning meals for those who need it most.

Every ticket purchased helps fund more meals for the community. So eating here = making a real difference.

We ate, we bonded and we left feeling full in all the best ways 🍽️

Highly recommend if you’re in Sydney and love food that fills more than just your stomach 🤎

Good vibes, good food and a little reminder that food really is all about connection 🥰

08/04/2025

Tried every diet under the sun and still feel like you’re “failing”?

Maybe the problem isn’t you, maybe it’s the BS food rules we’ve been conditioned to follow 👀

You know the ones…

No carbs after 6pm 🍞
No bananas 🍌
No more pizza and pasta nights out with the girls 🍝

It’s a full-time job just trying to eat “perfectly.”

If you’re over the food guilt, the binge-restrict cycle and the idea that willpower is the only solution, you’re not alone. There’s a more sustainable, nourishing way to approach food and your health. And it doesn’t involve starting over again every Monday.

At The Lifestyle Dietitian, we support you with building real, flexible habits that last, with zero judgment and plenty of tasty food.

Tap the link in bio to book a session with a dietitian who actually gets it 😌🤝

09/03/2025

The foods you eat play a powerful role in managing endo inflammation👇

If you’ve been struggling with endo and symptoms like pain, your diet could do with a boost of key anti-inflammatory foods. Research shows that certain nutrients like omega-3s, vitamin C, vitamin E, antioxidants and polyphenols can help reduce inflammation and ease symptoms of endo.

So what should you be adding to your plate?

✅ Oily fish (salmon, sardines, mackerel) – packed with omega-3s
✅ Avocado – a creamy source of vitamin E
✅ Berries – full of antioxidants and vitamin C
✅ Extra Virgin Olive Oil – loaded with polyphenols and vitamin E
✅ Capsicum – rich in vitamin C
✅ Sunflower seeds – a great source of vitamin E

And if want to know how to turn these (+ other anti-inflammatory nutrients) into easy, delicious, and balanced meals, our Mediterranean Diet Ebook is your go-to guide. A Med Diet is anti-inflammatory eating pattern backed by science to support endo. Our ebook is filled with simple, dietitian-approved recipes to help you fuel your body and feel your best.

To celebrate 🌻 Endometriosis Awareness Month, we’re sharing a limited time 25% off discount code with you. Hit the link in our bio to grab your ebook and use the code ENDOAWARENESSMONTH25

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