Emotional Self-care: how to be a better version of yourself
Is it just me? Or is life sometimes just one huge challenge? How come we argue? Why do we have to put up with confrontations and people bad-mouthing or hurting us? How come we lose it and behave in ways we do not like within ourselves? Why do we self-sabotage, overeat or choose the wrong […]
Can We Stop the Aging Process?
Perspectives on Health and Aging Researchers at Queensland University are making strides in improving quality of life and preventing diseases like Alzheimer’s. They’ve uncovered the molecular secrets of aging in cells, shifting the perspective from randomness to predictability. Let’s pause here. I’d like to share how I view the body versus how scientists do. Neither […]
Never Give Up On Your Dreams
A 41-year-old dream just came true… In 1983, frustrated by my degree in Dietetics I got on my bike and went to the beach near my university. I had dreams about being a dietitian but everything I was being taught did not sit right with me. I was being taught a mechanistic dietary dogma that […]
Free Nutrition Advice on the Medicare System
The Dietitians of Australia believe that everyone diagnosed with diabetes should have free access to nutritional advice through the Medicare system, at least 7 visits a year, with an accredited Dietitian. I agree people, not just those with diabetes, need more information on nutrition. What may become a problem for dietitians is that they will […]
The Cost of a Degree
Recently I was talking to two young university graduates. Combined, these two students had a university debt of nearly half a million dollars. I was floored to say the least. They were both professionals capable of making good money and were working very hard with long hours to reduce the debt. Not everyone comes out with a university debt of that size, but talking to […]
Back on the Speaking Circuit
It’s been a hectic couple of weeks back on the speaking circuit with a series of library talks on the Sunshine Coast. It’s the greatest number of live talks I’ve done in the last couple of years and I must admit, I’ve really enjoyed them. It has been wonderful to reach beyond those who follow […]
Mental Health – It’s Complex!
Mental health is not just a hot topic, it’s a massive issue that isn’t going away any time soon. In fact, the mental health crisis seems to be getting worse not better. It’s a huge issue to tackle as an individual, a community and a country. So, what can we do about it? How can […]
Cyndi’s Summit Wrap-Up 2022
The Nutrition Summit 2022 was put on by The Nutrition Academy at Peppers Salt Resort & Spa Kingscliff over the last weekend in July. The event, by all accounts was a huge success! On the Friday of the summit, I spent a day with my students and graduates talking about their future, then in the […]
Where can I start my nutrition learning journey?
I was sent in a question on my website that I would like to share with you as I feel many others would like to know the answer as well. Q: I’m interested in learning more about nutrition, food and our bodies. I was wondering whether you could recommend any courses to study, websites, groups […]
Why is Referencing So Important?
Why is Referencing So Important Many students I speak to find the referencing side of their assignments and articles challenging. They are wondering if they are formatting the reference list and citing sources correctly. They feel frustrated that so much importance is placed on referencing data in the correct manner. We know that it is […]
Just Breathe: Why Conscious Breathing is Important
We can last days without water and sleep, weeks without movement, connection and food (the longest recorded fast lasted 13 months) and seasons without sunshine and darkness. But, the human body can only live minutes without breathing.
Meet A Graduate – Cheryl Stevens
We love hearing how our Functional Nutritional Academy students found the course and how they were able to integrate it into their lives, Over to you Cheryl… “My passion for health was ignited after the death of my mother in 2009. My faith in medical professionals was shaken. I became a detective, believing nothing and […]
Marketing Genius – Know Your Why
It can be said that only when you know your ‘WHY’, will you find the courage to take the risks needed to get ahead in life/business and stay motivated. When things are going pear-shaped in your life and business, knowing your WHY can help refocus you back onto a positive trajectory. The Power of Purpose […]
Meet A Graduate- Melinda Blundell from Emu Wellness
Making gut healing and nourishing food easy and delicious for the everyday person is what I’m passionate about. Since graduating from the Functional Nutrition Course I have especially loved running live interactive workshops in my Western Sydney community on fermenting and gluten-free wholefood cooking. It is an honour to be sharing my story, passion, tips […]
Stuart Gough – First student to complete the Microbiome Course
“You will absolutely love the Microbiome Course as critical-thinking again challenges beliefs and questions everything including the future direction of Health. If you are truly passionate about wellness, longevity and crave more understanding of the human body, then go with your gut-feeling!” Stuart completed the Functional Nutrition Course in December 2015 getting through the […]
Meet Study Buddy Graduates- Ros and Shona
When Cyndi announced Changing Habits would be offering a nutrition course we jumped at the chance. This was our opportunity to learn how nutrition nurtures the body and how we could keep ourselves and our families healthy utilising a vitalistic approach. This was not a career decision as we are both entrenched in our own […]
Why Study Nutrition and Become a Functional Nutrition Consultant?
A couple of weeks ago I was contacted by a Chiropractor in Sydney asking me to send Changing Habits Education graduates his way. He wanted someone in his clinic who could teach his patients how to source, prepare and eat a diet based on real food rather than packaged foods.
