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Alethea Mills Nutrition- Gold Coast Nutritionist

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Chia Seed Pudding

October 23, 2019 by aletheam Leave a Comment

Chia Seed Pudding I'm often recommending this easy and quick to make dish that provides a sweet alternative whilst providing fibre, essential fatty acids (omegas) for vegans/vegetarians, magnesium, calcium and protein. Ingredients 1/2 cup chia seeds2.5 cups coconut/macadamia milk1/2 tsp vanilla powder1/4 cup shredded coconut1 tbsp sulphur-free sultanas Instructions Mix all ingredients in a mixing bowl until well combinedPlace the mixture in the refrigerator overnightSeperate into airtight jars or serveGarnish with berries or fruit of your choice Notes Add 2 tsp of cacao for a chocolate puddingAdd 2-4 tsp of maple syrup if you prefer a sweeter tasteCan substitute 1 cup of the milk for coconut waterThe texture will change ...

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Filed Under: Breakfast, Brunch, Recipes, Sweets Tagged With: chia pudding, omegas

Simple Homemade Vegemite

October 13, 2019 by aletheam Leave a Comment

Super Easy Homemade Vegemite I often have an absolute hankering for vegemite and many years ago I read the ingredients and it left me a little hhmm.. Our much loved vegemite gained its taste from a range of added flavours in addition to colours and synthetic vitamins. The colours and flavours can play havoc on gastrointestinal function, particularly for the little humans. Here is a simple one you can make at home. Ingredients 140g black tahini100g tamari2 tbsp nutritional yeast 2 tsp apple cider vinegar I use Foods Alive nutritional yeast available on iHerb as they do not use synthetic vitamins. Instructions Mix together until very well blended and store in an airtight container in the fridge. "He just smiled and ...

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Carrot Cake Overnight Oats

October 13, 2019 by aletheam Leave a Comment

Carrot Cake Overnight Oats This delicious breakfast is a simple answer to not having time in the morning for breakfast whilst gaining the benefits of beta-glucan which is a soluble fibre, beneficial for gut health and healthy cholesterol levels. The oats can be made the night before and stored in airtight jars in the fridge for a few days. They are great for breakfast or for snacks throughout the day. Ingredients 1/3 cup rolled oats1 tbsp chia seeds1 cup almond/oat milk1/2 cup grated carrot1 tbsp shredded coconut1 tbsp sultanas/raisins1 tsp ground cinnamon1 tsp vanilla powder1/2 - 1 tbsp pure maple syrup (if you wish to sweeten) Instructions Mix all ingredients together until well combinedPlace in airtight jars and store ...

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Is your Microbiome affecting your Athletic Performance?

October 7, 2019 by aletheam 1 Comment

What is the Gut Microbiome? The gastrointestinal microbiome/microbiota or gut microbiome is the microbes that reside in the intestines and can weigh up to 2 kilograms. The microbiome starts at birth from contact with the mother’s vagina and from skin contact in the following three to five days and then builds from the food the infant consumes and the environment they come into contact with. The microbiome stabilises from around the age of three years and evolves with age and food diversity. The microbiome consists of over 1000 species of bacteria which is over 3 million genes, this is 150 times more than the human genome! What makes it so special is approximately 1/3 of the microbiome is common to the general population, however 2/3 ...

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Filed Under: Exercise, Health, Nutrition, Sports Nutrition Tagged With: Gut Health, gut microbiome, performance, sports nutrition

Summer Rainbow Salad

July 25, 2019 by aletheam Leave a Comment

Summer Rainbow Salad This salad is a quick and easy salad for that last-minute barbecue or get together. Rocket is considered a bitter green which aids in digestion by supporting bile flow and enzyme production which in turn supports nutrient absorption. The western diet often focusses on salty and sweet tastes, adding bitter greens to the diet is a wonderful way to stimulate the bitter taste buds.Blueberries add a touch of sweet whilst providing antioxidant benefits via their phytochemical compound called anthocyanin. It’s this plant compound that gives blueberries the blue colour and many of the health benefits. Goji berries are a second sweet snap to the salad whilst also providing vitamin A and C, essential fatty acids and eleven ...

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Antibiotics are sometimes necessary (I’ve just b Antibiotics are sometimes necessary (I’ve just been on a course after emergency dental surgery 😩), but they don’t act in isolation.
They reduce microbial diversity, disrupt beneficial species, and can impact things like short-chain fatty acid production which plays a big role in gut barrier/lining, immune function and inflammation regulation.

This is why some common symptoms like diarrhoea, bloating, or changes in digestion occur while taking them and can still happen when they are finished. Even without symptoms there can be changes in the microbiome.

I always say it is an absolutely necessity, do not take antibiotics if not 100% necessary and always finish the course when you do have them. 

What I recommend to support you gut:

💊 Saccharomyces boulardii to reduce antibiotic-associated diarrhoea + ensure probiotics are taken at least 2hrs away from antibiotics.
🦠 Feed the beneficial microbes with a fibre like PHGG + polyphenol-rich foods
🫐Use targeted multi-strain probiotics during/after antibiotic use + increasing plant diversity
🥑Include nutrients to support the gut lining (glutamine, zinc carnosine, vitamins A + D, anti-inflammatory support)

It doesn’t need to be excessive but offering your gut no support while using antibiotics will lead to longer term gut issues.The microbiome is resilient, but it does need support.

If your gut tends to struggle after antibiotics, or symptoms linger longer than they should, that’s usually a sign you need a more personalised approach.

Feel free to reach out if you want support with that 💚
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If you are training regularly and your body still If you are training regularly and your body still feels flat, tired, or not quite right, underfueling needs to be on your radar. 

RED-S can affect recovery, hormones, bone health, performance and mood, and it is more common in active people than many realise.

This is not just about eating more. It is about making sure your intake matches your training and your physiology.

The full blog breaks down the signs, the red flags 🚩that I look for in a consult and the starting points.

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