DNA Nutrition Group - Dietitian-Nutritionists Australia

29/08/2025

Did you know this about strawberries? 👇🏼

🍓RICH DIETARY FIBRE – supports digestive function, satiety, and healthy blood glucose regulation

🍓 POLYPHENOLS (including anthocyanins & ellagic acid) - exhibit antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties

🍓 VITAMINS AND MINERALS (vitamin C, folate, manganese) – essential for immune function, tissue repair, and metabolic processes

🍓 MAY SUPPORT CARDIOMETABOLIC HEALTH – research suggests regular intake is associated with improved vascular function

Beyond promoting gut health, the bioactive compounds and nutrients in strawberries contribute to cardiovascular protection, reduced oxidative stress, and overall metabolic and immune wellbeing. Incorporating a variety of colourful, fibre-rich fruits like strawberries into your diet can provide significant long-term health benefits.

So, if it’s not just the delicious taste of strawberries that appeals to you, but also their scientifically supported health benefits, and you’d like to learn more…

Our team of evidence-based, trusted dietitians can help you achieve all of this with structured, personalised meal plans designed to fit your unique needs.

1️⃣ Follow through to our online bookings page at “dnagroup.com.au” to view our consultation options.

2️⃣ Select the “Tweed Heads, NSW option”

3️⃣ Book an initial consultation with us to start your health journey, and start tracking toward your nutrition goals

27/08/2025

Are you looking for the perfect KICKSTARTER to your Metabolic Health? 🍎✨

Has this been the short-program you’ve been waiting for to re-boot your nutrition? 🤔

Get your metabolic health journey started NOW with this evidence-based, Low-carb Kickstarter!
You’ll be left feeling confident in your food choices, empowered with effective strategies, and supported on your journey towards lasting health.

Interested in working with a team of evidence-based, trusted dietitians?

1️⃣ Follow through to our online bookings page at “dnagroup.com.au” to view our consultation options.
2️⃣ Select the “Tweed Heads, NSW option”
3️⃣ Book an initial consultation with us to start your metabolic health journey
4️⃣ In-person, we will then guide you through our science-backed, structured approach to enhancing your metabolic health, leaving you feeling empowered with effective strategies and confident in your food decisions

26/08/2025

With the recent change in the weight loss landscape we fully support the mandatory inclusion of Dietitian visits before, during and after weight loss medication prescription.🤞

19/08/2025

Chocolate & Walnut Protein Balls 🤩

This recipe is one of many of our metabolically-friendly snacks that we can provide you with in your very own personalised nutrition plan!

To receive easy, nutrient-dense, satiating and metabolically friendly snack ideas like this one…we can create a personalised nutrition plan for you and provide 1:1 support in your nutrition by offering you our ‘Meal Planning Membership’.

Our exclusive ‘Meal Planning Membership’ provides meticulously curated meals and snacks aligned with your food preferences to support YOUR metabolic heath and long-term wellbeing!

If you’re interested in optimising your metabolic health, visit our website at “dnagroup.com.au”, click the “Meal Plan” tab and have a read the various benefits that you can receive from our ‘Meal Planning Membership’.

Additionally, if you would like to receive our FREE Metabolism-Friendly Snack Guide top support you in achieving METABOLIC HARMONY, simply select the “Services” tab in the top right corner of the web-page, navigate your way to the “Metabolic Harmony” tab, and click the “Get Free Recipes” button.

We hope you enjoy this recipe! 👇🏼🤩

RECIPE:
- 1 cup walnuts
- 8 pitted dates
- 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter
- ½ tablespoon natural cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup unflavoured whey protein concentrate (Wellness Road)
- ⅓ cup water
- ⅓ cup dedicated coconut

INSTRUCTIONS:
- Into a bowl of 1/3 cup of boiled water, soak the dates for 10 minutes until soft
- Into a food processor, add the walnuts, dates, peanut butter, whey protein concentrate, cocoa powder and desiccated coconut.
- Blend until well combined (you might need to mix with a spoon in between blending to ensure smooth incorporation of all ingredients)
- Intermittently add the ⅓ cup of boiled water used to soak the dates (blend until smooth)
- Roll the mixture balls, and roll into desiccated coconut
- Refrigerate for ~1 hour and ENJOY! 🌟

13/08/2025

Short-Chain Fatty Acids 🦠🍎🍠

⭐️ What are they?

⭐️ What are their functional benefits?

⭐️ How can specific foods be consumed in a way that promotes the production of these beneficial compounds to support gut microbiome health?

SAVE and scroll through to learn more about Short-Chain Fatty Acids ➡️🦠

PSA: The Digestive Harmony Program is open in clinic, and we want to help you experience Digestive Harmony ☺️

The ‘Digestive Harmony’ program is your evidence-based, results-driven pathway to restoring digestive harmony, building confidence around food, and finally feeling your best from the inside out.

If you're interested in exploring our Digestive Harmony program...

1. Follow through to our online bookings page at
"dnagroup.com.au" to view our consultation options

2. Select the "Tweed Heads, NSW" option

3. Book an initial consultation with us to start your digestive health journey

4. In-person, we will then guide you through the program structure, fee breakdown and troubleshoot any questions to ensure that you feel prepared and supported.

Help us, help you ☺️

06/08/2025

Here are 5 (often overlooked) mindfulness based tips around food, to support mindful eating for enhanced nutrient absorption and gut microbiome health 🦠🍽️👄

Do you feel like your gastrointestinal or bowel-related symptoms go beyond mindful eating?

Are you feeling sluggish, bloated and experiencing digestive discomfort?

We want to help you.

The Digestive Harmony Program is now open!
Your evidence-based, results-driven pathway to restoring digestive harmony, building confidence around food, and finally feeling your best from the inside out 🌱

If you're interested in exploring our Digestive Harmony program...
1. Follow through to our online bookings page at "dnagroup.com.au" to view our consultation options
2. Select the “Tweed Heads, NSW” option
3. Book an initial consultation with us to start your digestive health journey
4. In-person, we will then guide you through the program structure, fee breakdown and troubleshoot any questions to ensure that you feel prepared and supported.

Help us, help you ☺️

01/08/2025

Great news for those around Tweed. Swimming squads provide an excellent opportunity to develop fitness and stamina, strength and muscle tone in a setting that both challenges and encourages at the same time!

🏊‍♂️ Exciting news for adult swimmers!

We’re launching Adult Squads at our South Tweed Pool – starting Tuesday 5 August with couch Graham.

📅 When: Tuesday & Thursday evenings
⏰ Time: 6pm – 7pm
💰 Cost: $15 per casual session or grab a 20-visit squad pass for $200

Whether you're training for fitness, improving your stroke, or just love the water – all levels are welcome.

📍 Join us next week and make a splash!

31/07/2025

Your Supermarket Guide to Gut-Microbiome-Boosting Purchases Part Two! 🥜🌰

This guide is your go-to resource for quick, gut-microbiome boosting supermarket picks! Keep it on hand for your next grocery shop! 🛒

A cost-effective way to support microbial diversity: include nuts and seeds in meals daily. Sprinkle on salads, stir into steamed vegetables, top savoury breakfasts, or combine chia seeds and flax seeds with milk/Greek yoghurt for a high-fibre overnight pudding 😍

These whole foods provide prebiotic fibre, healthy fats, and bioactive compounds - such as polyphenols, plant sterols, and lignans, that support the health of your gut microbiome! 🦠

Are you seeking more science-backed strategies to nourish your gut microbiome? 🤔

Or perhaps you're dealing with ongoing digestive symptoms and are ready to invest in a comprehensive, practical, dietitian-designed program that targets the root of your gut health concerns?

Our Digestive Harmony Program is made for you.
This program is designed to help you restore digestive balance, reduce symptoms, and build a strong foundation for optimal gut health and long-term wellbeing 😌

Here's how to get started:
1️⃣ Visit our bookings page: dnagroup.com.au and navigate to the ‘online bookings tab’

2️⃣ Book your initial consultation to begin your journey toward better digestion, improved confidence in your food choices, and lasting gut health.

Let's work together to achieve your digestive harmony 🌱

26/07/2025

By now, you've likely heard the term “balanced plate” - but what does it actually mean, and what does it look like in practice? 🍽️🥑

A balanced plate typically includes:

🥦 ½ plate of non-starchy vegetables - prioritise variety, colour, and fibre
🐟 ¼ plate of lean protein or fatty fish - approximately the size of your palm
🌽 ¼ plate of complex carbohydrates - such as whole grains, legumes, or starchy vegetables (this one is OPTIONAL; to further optimise metabolic health, you can substitute this portion with additional non-starchy vegetables - enhancing satiety by increasing the dietary fibre content of the meal)

⭐️ If you're focusing on improving metabolic health or aiming to reduce glycaemic load - as advised by your dietitian - this simple modification can reduce the glycaemic load of the meal, support better blood glucose regulation, and promote metabolic efficiency. ⭐️

This balanced plate model is most often applied to lunch and dinner; however, the same principles can be adapted for breakfast - by focusing on high-quality protein sources such as eggs, a quality protein powder (plant-based or whey-based), nuts and seeds, nut butters, or avocado for healthy fats. Pair with high-fibre, low glycaemic index fruit options like mixed berries, strawberries, or kiwi fruit to optimise macronutrient distribution and support micronutrient intake 🫐🥝

Save these examples of balanced, nutrient-rich plate models to refer to later!

Ready to take your metabolic health to the next level? 🤩

1️⃣ Visit our online bookings page: https://www.thesc.com.au/dietitian

2️⃣ Book your initial consultation to begin your metabolic health journey

3️⃣ In-person, we’ll guide you through our science-backed, structured approach—helping you feel confident, informed, and empowered in your nutrition decisions

24/07/2025

Chocolate Bliss Balls 🥜

This gut-healthy and metabolically friendly recipe will be your next favourite sweet snack!

This recipe is super simple, requires minimal preparation (just throw together, mix and refrigerate), contains only ingredients and is batch-prep friendly! 😍

Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups almond meal
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 2 tbsp flaxseed meal
- 6 tbsp natural peanut butter or almond butter
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp erythritol or monk fruit sweetener (adjust to taste)
- finely chopped walnuts (small handful)

Instructions:
- Chop your walnuts finely
- Incorporate all ingredients into a large bowl
- Mix all ingredients together until well combined (if the mixture feels too dry, add a splash of water to help bind)
- Roll into balls, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, then enjoy!

Save this post to be used as your next sweet tooth recipe! 🤩🥜

22/07/2025

Your Supermarket Guide to Gut-Microbiome-Boosting Purchases 🥦🫐🧅🛒

(Cost-effective, minimal-prep, and dietitian-approved) ✨

Looking for less stress around meals, shorter cooking times, and simple, nutritious ingredients? 🤩

This guide is your go-to resource for quick, gut-friendly supermarket picks! Keep it on hand for your next shop to make healthy eating easier and more effective!

Did you enjoy this post as much as we enjoyed creating it to support your food choices? Are you seeking more science-backed strategies to nourish your gut microbiome? 🦠

Or perhaps you're dealing with ongoing digestive symptoms and are ready to invest in a comprehensive, practical, dietitian-designed program that targets the root of your gut health concerns?

Our Digestive Harmony Program is made for you.
This program is designed to help you restore digestive balance, reduce symptoms, and build a strong foundation for optimal gut health and long-term wellbeing 😌

Here’s how to get started:

1️⃣ Visit our bookings page: https://www.thesc.com.au/dietitian

2️⃣ Book your initial consultation to begin your journey toward better digestion, improved confidence in your food choices, and lasting gut health.

Let’s work together to achieve your digestive harmony!

20/07/2025

How to Boost Your Protein Intake – For Busy People 🐟🫘🥚

Struggling to meet your protein needs between work, family, and everything in between? You're not alone. Protein is essential for energy, blood sugar regulation, muscle maintenance, and satiety - especially when you're always on the go. Here are some practical, high-impact strategies:

1️⃣ Anchor your main meals with 20g–40g of quality protein.

2️⃣ Increase the portion size of protein you’re already consuming

3️⃣ Start strong with protein at breakfast

4️⃣ Make higher-protein swaps

5️⃣ Add in convenient protein options

If you're looking for further 1:1 support, follow the steps above to view our consultation options.

We offer 1:1 in-person consultations to provide you with tailored nutrition guidance, dedicated support, and evidence-based strategies to help you meet your protein needs and optimise your overall health.