Midwell Dietitians by Rene Jv Rensburg

Midwell Dietitians by Rene Jv Rensburg Registered Dietitians in Middelburg, offering online consults too. For sustainable lifestyle change.

Berberine — What’s the Hype, and Should You Take Note? Berberine is a natural compound found in plants like Berberis ari...
09/09/2025

Berberine — What’s the Hype, and Should You Take Note?

Berberine is a natural compound found in plants like Berberis aristata.
It’s gaining popularity for its role in improving blood sugar, cholesterol, and visceral fat — especially in people with type 2 diabetes or insulin resistance.

But is it worth considering? Science-backed benefits:
✔️ Lowers HbA1c & fasting glucose
✔️ Improves insulin sensitivity
✔️ Reduces LDL & triglycerides
✔️ Activates AMPK — the “metabolic switch”

💊 Typical dose: 500 mg before meals (but not for everyone — always check first!)

👣 Not Ready for Supplements? Here's How to Lower Blood Sugar Naturally:
✔️ Choose low-GI, high-fibre foods
✔️ Include protein with each meal
✔️ Walk for 10–15 minutes after eating
✔️ Get enough sleep and manage stress
✔️ Prioritise consistent mealtimes

👩‍⚕️ At Midwell Dietitians, we personalise your plan — with or without supplements like Berberine.

📲 Book a consult or send us a DM to explore your best next step.

🌊 Same Sea, Different BoatsAs dietitians, we’re often reminded: every patient’s journey is unique—especially when it com...
08/09/2025

🌊 Same Sea, Different Boats

As dietitians, we’re often reminded: every patient’s journey is unique—especially when it comes to obesity and weight loss.

You might be in the same “sea” as others—facing metabolic challenges, insulin resistance, or emotional eating—but your boat is built from your history, your genetics, your habits, and your resilience.

⚖️ The scale is not your only measure of progress.
📱 Social media is not your competition.
📈 Health is a long game—steady, sustainable, and personal.

At Midwell, we believe in taking the pressure off and replacing it with strategy, care, and support.

✔️ You are making progress
✔️ You are not late
✔️ You are exactly where you need to be

⏳ Trust the process
🥦 Nourish your body wisely
💪 Build strength and habits
🏆 And you will see change

Your journey is valid, your effort matters, and we are here to walk every step with you.

🌿 Meet Leandi – One of Our Powerhouse Dietitians! 🌿At Midwell Dietitians, we’re proud to have Leandi on our team—a dedic...
04/09/2025

🌿 Meet Leandi – One of Our Powerhouse Dietitians! 🌿
At Midwell Dietitians, we’re proud to have Leandi on our team—a dedicated wife, mom, and registered dietitian who truly gets the demands of busy family life.

Her passion? Helping individuals and families make nutrition work in real life—especially in the areas of:
✅ Sustainable weight loss
✅ PCOS support
✅ Anti-inflammatory diets for Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis & Gout
✅ Balanced family eating plans

We asked her a few quick-fire questions 💬

📌 Favourite quote:
“Your body is a garden—treat it right so it can bloom.”

📌 Top nutrition advice:
“Never stop eating plants. Phytonutrients are powerful—your cells will thank you.” 🥦✨

Leandi brings evidence-based strategies to the table—designed to reduce inflammation, improve metabolic health, and support long-term well-being. She’s not just a dietitian; she’s your partner in health.

💗 LOVE YOUR GUT – Because Your Health Starts There 🧠🦠Did you know your gastrointestinal tract houses over 100 trillion m...
03/09/2025

💗 LOVE YOUR GUT – Because Your Health Starts There 🧠🦠

Did you know your gastrointestinal tract houses over 100 trillion microbes that influence everything from your immune system to your mood and metabolism?

As a dietitian, I see the gut as your body’s control centre — and nurturing it is essential for everything from blood sugar regulation to optimal nutrient absorption.

Here’s how to feed those powerful microbes:

🔬 Probiotic-rich foods: These introduce beneficial bacteria into your system. Think fermented foods like Greek yogurt, kefir, kimchi, sauerkraut and kombucha.

🧬 Prebiotic foods: These act as fuel for your good gut bugs. Add garlic, onions, leeks, mango, bananas and almonds to your meals.

🌾 Soluble fibre: Supports healthy bowel function and microbiota diversity. Try oats, chia seeds, and berries for a daily fibre boost.

💡 Clinical tip: If you're just starting out with probiotics or increasing your fibre intake, go slowly to allow your microbiome to adjust — this helps minimize bloating and discomfort.

Your gut health is not just about digestion – it plays a critical role in long-term health outcomes including insulin sensitivity, inflammation, and even serotonin production.

✨ Prioritise your gut – it’s a game-changer for your wellness journey.

💧 Have you had your water today? 💧Hydration isn’t just about quenching thirst — it’s a fundamental part of how your body...
02/09/2025

💧 Have you had your water today? 💧

Hydration isn’t just about quenching thirst — it’s a fundamental part of how your body functions on a cellular level. Water supports nutrient transport, regulates body temperature, lubricates joints, and helps flush out metabolic waste.

Even mild dehydration can affect concentration, digestion, and blood sugar control — especially if you're managing diabetes or working on weight loss.

🧠 Your brain is 75% water.
🫀 Your blood is 90% water.
🍽 Even fat metabolism requires adequate hydration.

So the next time you feel sluggish or crave something sweet… pause and ask yourself: Have I had enough water today?

Aim for at least 8 glasses per day — more if you’re active, breastfeeding, or exposed to heat.

Your body deserves the basics. Start with water. 💙

🩺 September is Kidney Awareness MonthYour kidneys filter ±180L of blood a day, regulate blood pressure, and manage fluid...
01/09/2025

🩺 September is Kidney Awareness Month

Your kidneys filter ±180L of blood a day, regulate blood pressure, and manage fluid balance — quietly, until something goes wrong.

🔎 1 in 10 South Africans may have undiagnosed kidney disease.
Watch for signs like fatigue, swollen feet, frothy urine, or high blood pressure.

🛡️ Support your kidneys by:
✔️ Managing blood sugar and pressure
✔️ Reducing excess salt & ultra-processed foods
✔️ Staying hydrated
✔️ Getting annual kidney function tests (creatinine & eGFR)

👩‍⚕️ At Midwell Dietitians, we help patients manage:
• Early kidney dysfunction
• Diabetic kidney disease
• Dialysis & post-transplant diets

📲 Prevention starts with a plan — book your consult today.

📚 TIRAMISU BAKED OATS – Because Blood Sugar Balance Should Taste This Good 😋Oats… but make it Midwell-approved 💡Packed w...
29/08/2025

📚 TIRAMISU BAKED OATS – Because Blood Sugar Balance Should Taste This Good 😋

Oats… but make it Midwell-approved 💡
Packed with soluble fibre (hello, β-glucan), complex carbohydrates and protein—this is more than just a breakfast. It’s a strategic way to support glycaemic control, satiety, and mood-stabilising energy. 🙌🏼

And yes… we’ve turned the decadent taste of tiramisu into a blood-sugar friendly, gut-loving, dietitian-formulated dish that fits into your real-life routine. ☕🍫

✨ Just one of the many scientifically-backed, dietitian-developed recipes in our Midwell Recipe Book—available online or as a hard copy through our practice.

This is nutrition that makes sense and tastes like dessert.
📲 WhatsApp us to order yours today!

YOUR SUPERPOWER? BALANCE. And yes—balance is biochemical too.As a dietitian working closely with women navigating everyt...
28/08/2025

YOUR SUPERPOWER? BALANCE. And yes—balance is biochemical too.

As a dietitian working closely with women navigating everything from blood sugar imbalances to burnout and hormonal chaos, I’ve seen what unmanaged cortisol can do. It's not just “stress.” It's systemic overload. And it shows up in stubborn belly fat, fatigue that sleep can’t fix, anxiety that won’t quit, and cycles that run off track.

But here’s the empowering part: your body can recalibrate. And one of the most researched tools I use in clinical practice to support that is Ashwagandha (specifically KSM-66® or Sensoril® extracts).

🌿 This adaptogen doesn’t just “calm you down”—it works with your hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis to restore biological balance. It’s been shown to lower cortisol by up to 30%, improve sleep architecture, reduce anxiety, and support thyroid and hormonal function in women.

This Women’s Month, I want to spotlight resilience—not the push-through kind, but the cellular kind. 🧬

✨Resilience looks like:
Waking up with stable energy
Improved cycle regulation
Recovering better after workouts
Saying goodbye to that wired-but-tired feeling
Finally feeling in sync again

Empowered women understand their biochemistry.
And Midwell is here to help you support yours.

💊 Available now: Natroceutics Ashwagandha
🛒 www.midwell.co.za
📱 WhatsApp: 082 314 3752

Is your blood sugar out of sync (without even knowing it)?You don’t need a glucose monitor to suspect that something’s o...
27/08/2025

Is your blood sugar out of sync (without even knowing it)?

You don’t need a glucose monitor to suspect that something’s off. Your body speaks — through subtle, yet persistent signs.

🧠 Brain fog after meals?
🍞 Intense carb cravings at odd hours?
😴 Energy slumps in the afternoon?
😤 Irritability or disrupted sleep?

These are not random — they are clinical indicators of potential glycaemic instability.

Here’s the empowering truth:
You don’t need to eliminate carbohydrates to stabilize your blood sugar. You need to understand them. 🙌🏼

By learning to pair carbohydrates with protein, fibre, and healthy fats, you can modulate postprandial glucose spikes, improve insulin sensitivity, and enjoy sustainable energy — without giving up the foods you love.

Nutrition is not about restriction. It’s about strategy.

At Midwell Dietitians, we help you connect the science with the everyday, so you can reclaim your energy, your focus, and your confidence — one meal at a time.

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🌱 Spring is here—and so is your chance to RESET.I’m excited to invite you to our Spring RESET 30-Day Challenge, in colla...
27/08/2025

🌱 Spring is here—and so is your chance to RESET.

I’m excited to invite you to our Spring RESET 30-Day Challenge, in collaboration with The Jump Studio Middelburg

🔹 10 Phases | 3 Days Each
We start with alkaline and anti-inflammatory foods to calm inflammation and restore gut health. Every 3 days, we expand your food options—helping your body adapt, reset, and thrive from the inside out.

🔹 Nutrition + Movement
You’ll fuel your body with nourishing foods and move with purpose on the rebounder, boosting lymphatic flow, cardiovascular health, and energy metabolism.

✨ Limited spots available! Join us in-studio or online (rebounder required).

This spring, give yourself the gift of renewal—inside and out. 💚

25/08/2025

𝔼𝕩𝕔𝕚𝕥𝕚𝕟𝕘 ℕ𝕖𝕨𝕤!

NPL + Middies = Peak Performance

Nutritional Performance Labs is here to help our Middies perform at their absolute best. With cutting-edge supplements and clinically proven doses, NPL fuels focus, energy, and recovery — so you can push harder, go further, and achieve optimal results.



You’re not a “before” or “after” — you’re a full story in motion.📈 Weight loss is not a linear path. It’s a dynamic, ada...
25/08/2025

You’re not a “before” or “after” — you’re a full story in motion.

📈 Weight loss is not a linear path. It’s a dynamic, adaptive process influenced by metabolic responses, behavioural change, and emotional resilience.

As a dietitian, I want to remind you: your progress is valid, even if it doesn’t always show on the scale. 💡

Here are three science-backed strategies to help you move forward — not just physically, but holistically:

1️⃣ Revisit your ‘why’ regularly.
Weight loss is more than aesthetics. It’s about enhancing insulin sensitivity, improving cardiovascular markers, balancing hormones, and feeling good in your own skin. Anchor to that.

2️⃣ Measure success using multiple metrics.
Yes, fat mass reduction matters — but so do sleep cycles (circadian rhythm), digestion, emotional regulation, energy availability, and functional strength. These are signs of health too.

3️⃣ Set behavioural goals — not just outcome goals.
Consistency in nutrient timing, post-exercise recovery, hydration status, and daily movement creates biochemical momentum long before you see it in the mirror.

🧠 Remember: Neuroplasticity and metabolic adaptation take time.
🎯 Progress is built through daily commitment, not overnight transformation.

Keep going — your body is listening, adapting, and responding even on the quiet days.

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26 De Villiers Street
Middelburg
1055

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Tuesday 08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:30
Thursday 08:00 - 17:30
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