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Bodymetabolics Dietitian

Social media gives me the platform to share with people what an exciting field nutrition, diet and health can be.

Registered Dietitian whose mission it is to cut through the noise of fad diets, empowering you to make informed choices to cultivate a healthy relationship with food while losing weight and keeping it off! This page will serve as a source of interesting, scientifically correct and up to date information that can help you promote your health and well-being through food and nutrition. Myths will be dispelled and current topics of interest will be shared to inform you of the wonderful world of nutrition, health, medicine and lifestyle management.

17/02/2026

Constipation on GLP-1s isn’t something you “caused.”

And it’s definitely not a personal failure.

GLP-1s slow gastric emptying - meaning food takes longer to move out of your stomach following a meal. This effect has an influence on the whole gut too.

Less food + less fluid + slower digestion = slower bowels.

This is physiology, not poor discipline or poor dietary habits.

Your gut isn’t broken.
It’s responding to a powerful medication.

💾 Save this for the days symptoms make you question everything.

11/02/2026

“Fitness watches are just expensive Tamagotchis.” And honestly? This is not wrong.

Except the tiny digital creature you’re trying to keep alive is you, and it needs sleep, movement, food, recovery… not just steps and streaks.

Let’s talk about the calorie burn number everyone loves to obsess over.

💡 Reality check: Fitness watches can be 20–40% off when estimating calorie expenditure. 
They’re better at tracking steps and heart rate than actual calories burned.

✔️ It’s helpful when you use it like this: • Spot movement patterns • Compare your own days (not you vs someone else) • Increase awareness of activity trends • Support habit-building, not punishment

🚩 They’re harmful when you use it like this: • “I burned X so I can eat whatever” • Eating back every calorie it claims you burned • Feeling guilty when the number is “low” • Letting the watch decide your worth for the day

Your body is not a math equation. Your watch is a tool, not a judge, boss, or food permission slip.

Keep the Tamagotchi alive, just don’t let it run your life 🫶

💬 Tell me: does your watch motivate you… or stress you out?

09/02/2026

Low-calorie Valentine’s treats you’ll actually want ❤️ Because love doesn’t have to come with a sugar crash (or food guilt).

These sweet treats are: ✨ Under 250 calories ✨ Protein-boosted (5–10 g per serving) ✨ GLP-1 & weight-loss friendly ✨ Dietitian-approved

Swipe for desserts that feel indulgent and supportive of your goals 🍓🍫

Which one are you choosing first? 👇 
Save this for later & tag someone who loves dessert as much as you do 💌

30/01/2026

Not all weight loss is fat loss.

And this is where so many people get discouraged.

The scale doesn’t tell you what you lost. It can’t differentiate between fat, muscle, water, or glycogen.

When weight drops quickly, muscle loss is often part of the story. Especially with under-eating or no resistance training.

Fat loss is slower. It’s quieter. And it protects your metabolism long term.

📉 The scale isn’t the enemy - it’s just incomplete information.

Save this for the days the scale messes with your head.

29/01/2026

Coffee first or breakfast first? Yes, it actually matters.

For some people, coffee on an empty stomach feels fine. 
For others, it spikes anxiety, worsens nausea (especially on GLP-1s), and leads to under-eating the rest of the day.

There is no universal rule here only what your body tolerates and needs.

If coffee replaces breakfast regularly, that’s not “discipline.” 
That’s often unmet nutrition disguised as a habit. A habit that does not serve your nutritional or weight loss goals over the long run.

Gentle support in your diet always beats rigid rules. So if you like having breakfast and it works for you - don’t skip it.
 Comment ☕ or 🍳 I’m curious 👀

28/01/2026

If weight loss feels harder now than it used to, that doesn’t mean something is wrong with you.

It usually means your body has learned and adapted from years of restriction, stress, and unrealistic expectations.

This isn’t a character flaw.
It’s biology.

And biology responds better to support than punishment.

Comment 🫶🏻 if you’re done giving punishment place in your life.

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27/01/2026

Before you start supplements… read this.

Most people don’t need more supplements. They need clarity and direction.

Before adding anything for weight loss, energy, or “inflammation”, I always ask my patients to check three things first - and they’re not what Instagram usually talks about.

✅ Your medical history Supplements can interact with medications and certain conditions. Context always comes first when selecting supplements.

✅ Your bloodwork If testing is possible, use it. Supplementing blindly is how people end up with excesses instead of benefits.

✅ Your actual diet Many “deficiencies” are really under-fueling, low protein intake, or lifestyle stress - not a missing pill.

Here’s the part that often gets missed 👇 
Supplements don’t cause weight loss. They support the systems that make weight loss more sustainable.

The smartest supplement routines are usually evidence-based and personalized, meaning they are boring. 
And honestly? That’s a good thing.
Save this for your next pharmacy aisle moment 🤍

26/01/2026

GLP-1s are powerful, but they’re often misunderstood.

✅ They support appetite regulation. ❌ They don’t replace good quality nutrition, automatically being about behaviour change, or improve your relationship with food.

This is why some people lose quickly… and then plateau, feel exhausted, or regain later.

Medication works best with education and support, not instead of it.
 Save this or share it with someone starting GLP-1s.

25/01/2026

Most of my work isn’t telling people what to eat. I am NOT the food police 👮🏻

Most of my work is helping people:
🥰 Stop fearing food 🍽️ Eat enough consistently 🤍 Understand their bodies again

Weight loss isn’t about perfection.
Neither is it about restriction. 
It’s about support, structure, and realistic expectations.

And in a world where we are constantly made to feel and think less of ourselves and fear our very own bodies and decisions around food - I strive to restore that relationship between your mind, food and your body.

My work is deeply human, not just nutritional.
 Do you think of dietitians as food police?

Comment 🤍 if you had a compassionate experience with a dietitian before.

20/01/2026

❗️Who should not use these supplements (or should be cautious)

Just because I use these supplements doesn’t mean they’re right for everyone. 
Context matters. Medical history matters. Dosage matters.

Let’s break it down 👇

🐟 Omega-3 - use with caution if:
• You’re on blood-thinning medication (e.g. Warfarin) • You have a bleeding disorder • You’re scheduled for surgery (pause beforehand - always check timelines with your doctor)
👉 Omega-3s are powerful - which is exactly why they need to be used intentionally, not casually.

☀️ Vitamin D – not for everyone, all the time
• If you already have high vitamin D levels • If you have conditions affecting calcium metabolism • If you’re supplementing blindly without testing
👉 More is not better. Vitamin D is fat-soluble; meaning excess can cause harm. Test when possible and only supplement when needed.

💪 Creatine - pause or avoid if:
• You have existing chronic kidney disease • You’ve been advised by your doctor to limit protein or creatine intake • You’re experiencing unexplained kidney-related symptoms
👉 For healthy individuals, creatine is well-researched and safe - but it’s not a “just in case” supplement.

🚨 The bigger takeaway:
Supplements are tools, not shortcuts. They should support good nutrition and lifestyle habits, not replace them.

This is why I always say: ✨ Personalization beats trends.
If you’re unsure what’s appropriate for your body, your meds, or your health history, that’s where professional guidance matters most.

Save this for reference 🤍 
Comment “CHECK” if you want a checklist for choosing supplements safely - or “TEST” if you want a post on what’s actually worth testing before supplementing.

(And yes… that post is coming 😉)

18/01/2026

Bariatric surgery doesn’t end with the operation. The real work often starts after the weight loss slows.

I’m excited to be hosting another Instagram LIVE next month with a bariatric surgeon, to talk honestly about life after bariatric surgery - goals and expectations, and long-term support including the role nutrition plays.

We’ll cover what happens when the honeymoon phase ends, and the things patients are rarely prepared for.

🗓 Saturday, 7 February 2026 🕙 10am EST | 🕓 4pm SAST

Save this post and join us live 🤍

Got questions for us? Drop them below 👇

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Monday	08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 16:00
Thursday	08:00 - 16:00
Friday	08:00 - 16:00

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