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Lyndi Cohen

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I'm a dietition and nutritionist. After struggling with my weight for a decade, I'm all about being healthy without giving up 95% of your life to weight 5% less.

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Diet culture has us afraid of fruit. OF FRUIT. Image: Lyndi Cohen

6 unhealthy habits to ditch in 2021

Plus how to switch them to something actually good for you. There’s something about the flip of a calendar page that pushes us to crave reinvention. Overnight we want the pantry sorting prowess of Marie Kondo, the energy of Oprah mid-giveaway, the arms of Michelle Obama and the grit of Greta Thunberg.  Oh and on top of that we want to be thinner – thinking it’s the solution to whatever […]
Do you feel guilty for eating over the holidays?

I feel guilty for eating over the holidays. What should I do?

It’s cruel really when you think about it. At exactly the same time you know you’re meant to relax around food – festive season – the guilt and weight worries turn up like unannounced in-laws just in time to ruin your holiday. I know I’m not alone here when it comes to these joy-killing scenarios. Scenario 1 You imagine that family you haven’t seen in a long time will judge your body […]

How to handle body comments from your family

Do you have relatives who comment on your weight and what you’re eating? This can be hard to handle, especially during the holidays. So here’s how to navigate them – or at least stop their influence on you – stat.  “You’re looking like you gained a bit.” “You’d be so pretty if you lost weight.” “Are you sure you need those roast potatoes?” “Just a half slice for you?” “Are you really going […]
How to Eat mindfully.

How to eat more mindfully (and why it matters)

Mindful eating is paying attention to the food you eat.  Why does this even matter? Well, when we don’t eat mindfully – we are much more likely to overeat. We eat quickly, not enjoying our food as much as we can. So how do you eat more mindfully in the real world? It’s about eating in the present moment when you’re sitting at the dining table. It’s about savouring the […]
There is so much bad health advice on the internet.

The worst health advice on the internet

From lemon water to keto, are you left scratching your head as to what is the best or the worst health advice on the internet? With all the pseudoscience and wacky nutrition nonsense, it’s hard to know what to eat anymore. More information isn’t always a good thing. Especially in the internet era where every Instagrammer with an interest in avocados feels comfortable handing out health advice (even when it’s completely […]

Do you actually need to eat breakfast to be healthy?

Breakfast. It’s the most important meal of the day. Or is it? For many of us, the idea that we need to eat breakfast each morning is deeply ingrained. But do you actually need to eat breakfast to be healthy? Maybe when you were a kid, breakfast was a non-negotiable. Then, as you grew up, you were likely bombarded with diet articles, telling you to eat’ breakfast like a king, […]

Why am I still hungry after eating?

Do you ever ask yourself, “Why am I still hungry after eating?”  Or do you finish a meal and somehow still always make room for dessert? I know I have. We’ve all been there – you polish off a substantial meal and still feel like you could demolish three scoops of gelato!  Feeling hungry and unsatisfied after a decent meal is more common than you think. It’s also confusing and, […]
Staying strong in pregnancy helps you love your body

“I feel fat”! How to improve body image in pregnancy.

Being pregnant, there are days where I hate my body, feel fat and unattractive. Being pregnant can make it a lot harder to feel good about your body or have a positive body image. Here’s what I’m doing to help love my pregnant body.

No time to cook healthy meals?

Find you’re too busy to cook healthy meals or exercise regularly? That’s why I created Back to Basics App.  And that’s why I take shortcuts to help me be healthy without dieting. If I didn’t, I’d be eating Pad Thai every night while paying for Sam, the delivery guy’s upcoming wedding in Bali! While I wish Sam the best, I prefer to save my money, time AND eat healthily. So […]

Family-friendly meal prep that doesn’t suck (I promise).

Plus, a free Meal Prep Video

How to eat healthily when you’re pregnant

Before we begin… Congratulations! You’re busy making an adorable human. I’m always amazed by what the human body is capable of. That a person can grow a tiny little human as they go about their day… well, that seriously fascinates me. Still, while we don’t need to concentrate to make sure we’re building little babies’ fingers and toes (or a brain and heart), there are many things you can do […]

Self-care: Why I’m OK with not being liked

Build the courage to be disliked and challenge the status quo   FACT: Standing up for yourself is scary. How do I know this?  Because whenever I decide to do or say something, not in line with the status quo – which is pretty much every day – I feel fear creep in. The fear of being disliked, judged, criticised, laughed at, left out, yelled at, you name it.  I […]

The worst health advice on the internet

From lemon water to keto. With all the pseudoscience and wacky nutrition nonsense that floats around the Internet, it’s hard to know what to eat anymore.

What’s the best diet to lose weight?

Keto, paleo, vegan, intermittent fasting… which diet is best for weight loss?  If you’re stepping into the new year wondering, “What diet is right for me?”, I’m glad you’re here. Because I’m about to make your life a whole lot easier. (You’re welcome!) Researchers have asked the question: What is the best way to lose weight? And the results are in.  Whether you go on a low carb diet, restrict […]

My mom comments on my body and makes me feel bad; How can I get my mum to stop criticizing my weight and body?

Does your mum comment on your weight? Or does your mother criticize your body or tell you how much to eat? She might thinks she’s helping but it’s doing more harm than good. Here’s my guide to get this to stop.

Should I comment on my daughters weight?

Healthy eating class lesson for Kindergarten: What to teach kids about being healthy

When I was asked to speak to a Kindergarten class about healthy eating, I had to design my own class. Here’s my healthy eating class for Kindergarten aged kids. What to teach kids aged 6-7 about being healthy

Should I comment on my daughter’s weight?

If you’re a parent, perhaps you’ve wondered how can you help your daughter (or son) be healthy – without giving them a complex about their weight. So if you’ve ever asked yourself, “Should I comment on my daughter’s weight?” – or anyone’s weight for that matter – please read my latest blog.

How to stop sugar cravings

Is it possible to overcome sugar cravings – without quitting sugar? One of the most common questions I am asked is How to stop sugar cravings.   Do you feel like you’re addicted to sugar? If you get sweet cravings, it sure can feel that way. Intense sugar cravings can be really powerful and hard to resist. Luckily, you can retrain your brain and stop sugar cravings using these 5 strategies. […]

How to eat less meat (and get enough protein) in a healthy way.

Let me start by saying: I’m not vegan or vegetarian. And honestly? I don’t plan to cut meat out of my diet completely. But I am trying to eat less meat. For my health and for the environment. Even though the Netflix documentary The Game Changers is bias and one-sided, it’s making plenty of people rethink how much meat we eat.  Here’s the deal. Most people in the Western world […]
Overeating over the holidays.

I feel guilty for eating over the holidays. What should I do?

Around holidays, the desire to diet can get so damn strong. It’s easy to feel guilty for eating.  You know you’re meant to relax around food but when you do, you feel so terrible about your weight and the guilt can ruin a holiday. You imagine that family you haven’t seen in a long time will judge your body or appearance. You feel scared to wear a swimsuit or can’t find […]
The last few stubborn pounds.

Can’t lose the last few pounds?

Struggling and just can’t lose the last few pounds? Do you know why it’s hard to lose them? It’s because you’re possibly not supposed to.  Those extra 5-10 pounds (that weight where your body naturally wants to be) that’s where your body functions at it’s best. That’s where your hormones are balanced, your body is strong and your mood is stable. It’s the weight where you fall asleep easily, you have […]

3 foods to avoid: Foods a nutritionist never eats.

Want to know which foods I never eat? There are three foods to avoid, and foods a nutrionist never eats – and you might want to as well!  1. Raw chicken Getting Salmonella is not on my bucket list. Nor am I a fan of nausea, vomiting and getting admitted to hospital. So this is definitely a food I avoid. 2. Maggots They may be high in protein, but that […]

How can I be more confident? A how-to guide to long-lasting confidence

Ever wondered how you can build confidence? Do you want to become more confident in how you look so you are less self conscious? Here’s my guide to long-lasting unconditional confidence.

I got naked with a room full of Germans. Here’s what it taught me.

Would you take off your clothes in a room filled with strangers? I did – and it was amazing. Here’s what I learned from stripping off.

Should I try intermittent fasting? Pros + Cons of intermittent fasting

With all the hype, you’re probably at least a little bit curious about intermittent fasting. To set the record straight, I’m answering your burning questions like “Does intermittent fasting really work?” and “Should I try intermittent fasting”?

I tracked my period daily for 9 months. Here’s how it transformed my health.

By working with (not against my cycle) I’ve discovered incredible ways to better manage my mood, body confidence, skin, hunger, cravings, exercise, sleep, sex drive and energy. Here’s how tracking my period helped me improve my health.

I feel guilty for eating too much. What to do after you binge eat.

Feel guilty for demolishing the kitchen in another food binge? Angry with yourself for overeating yet again? Here are some simple strategies to help transform the binge into something useful.

How to become a nutritionist or dietitian: My career journey and honest advice

If you want to become a nutritionist or a dietitian, this is my honest advice on starting a career in nutrition. Find out how I got my nutrition career started, what I recommend for study and how much nutritionists and dietitians earn.  Plus more!

Hate exercise? Here are 5 easy ways to make it suck less

Do you find exercise boring, difficult or just a massive punish? Even if you’re a chronic exercise-phone there are a few easy ways you make working out bearable and hey, maybe even enjoyable! Read on for 5 simple ways to make exercise suck less.
The last few stubborn pounds.

Can’t lose the last few pounds? Read this.

Losing the last bit of weight can be so hard. If it feels like your body is fighting against you and you can’t lose those last few pounds or kilos, make sure you read this.

How to be kind to yourself

Are you too hard on yourself? Do you lie in bed at night running through all the ways you’ve failed or aren’t ‘good enough’? It’s essential to learn to let go of perfectionism. Perhaps this may be the most important new year’s resolution of all.

Feeling full after vegetables

Why don’t I feel full after eating vegetables?

What to do when salads leave you less-than-satisfied. Find yourself hungry after a salad at lunch? Keep asking Why don’t I feel full after eating vegetables? Why does this even matter? You’ve just tucked into a big salad, filled with leafy greens and all that good stuff.  You’re feeling like a #healthgoddess and just a little bit proud of your virtuous lunch option. But half an hour later, you feel […]

Here’s why everyone is drinking celery juice right now

The hashtag #celeryjuice has amassed over 80,000 photos on Instagram, with everyone from health bloggers to celebs espousing the benefits of the stalk-like vegetable. Read on to learn more about the celery juice trend and whether you should bother trying it.

Feeling tired? 6 natural ways to boost your energy levels

Are you sick of feeling SO damn tired all the time? In a society where there’s so much pressure us to do all the things, it’s no surprise we’re all so freakin’ exhausted. Here are some things to do when you feel tired all the time.

The important difference between meal plans and meal planning

Meal plans and meal planning: They’re two things that sound the same…
But in actual fact, they’re chalk and cheese. Cheese being a magical thing than I love and chalk being, well, chalk.

How to know if you’re over-exercising or under eating

They say you can never have too much of a good thing, but this isn’t the case for exercising or eating healthy. Here’s how to tell if you’re under eating or over exercising – and the steps to take to help you bring back balance.

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