Dietetics Done Differently

20/05/2026

Lots of conversations lately around the impact of stress on appetite😅 stress promotes the body’s reward response to food and eating, increasing appetite and intake of foods that are usually high energy, palatable foods like chips and chocolate.

For women particularly, stress and increased levels of the stress hormone cortisol can lead to reduced fullness and satiety, increasing the likelihood of stress-induced eating. Cortisol dysregulation associated with chronic stress is also linked to interrupted hunger and fullness cues which can make trusting your body around food extremely difficult.

So, how do we reduce stress and take back control of our natural appetite and fullness cues? There are many strategies we can use to reduce stress which work for different people. It can be beneficial to explore which ones work best for you!🤝

19/05/2026

Your body already makes the hormone those weight loss shots are based on.

It's called GLP-1. Your gut releases it every time you eat. It tells your brain you're full. It slows your stomach. It helps manage blood sugar. It's your body's natural appetite brake.

The shots, Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, are supercharged synthetic versions of that same signal. They work. People lose 15 to 20 percent of their body weight. For some, it's life-changing.

But here's what the prescriptions don't come with.

They mute your appetite, but they don't change what you're hungry for. They don't fix emotional eating. They don't teach you to cook, move, or rest. They don't rewire your identity. And most people regain the weight when they stop, because nothing underneath changed.

The meds are a bridge. Not a destination.

And the bridge only works if you're building something on the other side.

Here's what naturally boosts GLP-1 without an injection: fiber-rich foods like beans, lentils, and oats. Chewing slowly and eating meals that last 20 minutes instead of 5. Walking 15 minutes after lunch and dinner. Sleeping well. Managing stress. These aren't alternatives to the medication. They're the foundation the medication needs to work long-term.

Whether you're on the shots, considering them, or trying to come off, the question is the same: are you building the habits underneath?

I wrote a full article on the real science behind GLP-1 medications, what they do and don't fix, and a GLP-1 Reset Plan with natural boosters, a muscle-preserving tracker, and questions to ask your doctor.

Read it below 👇️

Share this with someone who's on the shot and wondering what happens when they stop.

13/05/2026

It’s Dietitians Week! 💚

Dietetics Done Differently was founded to create a safe and compassionate space for both our Dietitians and clients to feel connected and supported. We’re proud to use our nutrition science background combined with nervous system regulation and capacity building to offer a holistic approach.

29/04/2026

Some of our favourite convenient pantry staples! 🤝

29/04/2026

Hamper packed full of goodies from our recent stall at the Glenferrie Festival! had to snap this photo before it went off to it’s lucky winner 🥰 thanks again to all of our generous donators 💚

16/04/2026

Not many spoons… but some? We’ve got you! Save these for those days when you need easy, convenient throw together meals 🤝

15/04/2026

Hunger cues can show up as many body signals!

We love guiding clients to notice these signals a little earlier when possible to avoid fatigue, lack of concentration and also cravings 🤤

When we tune into our body and listen to what it needs, we rebuild trust and sustainable eating habits 💚

08/04/2026

It’s IBS awareness month! Let’s talk about Visceral Hypersensitivity 👀

As Dietitians, we are passionate about supporting people with IBS using a holistic approach so if you’re gut is feeling a bit dramatic, sensitive or just off- we are here to listen ✨

07/04/2026