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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…
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To Carnivore or Not to Carnivore?

To Carnivore or Not to Carnivore? The extremes in eating from carnivore to vegan and everything in between can be confusing and opposing. The Nutrition Academy will always address these…
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Sunscreens, Recalls and Sunshine

Sunscreens, Recalls and Sunshine As a young mum, I was called a child abuser because I refused to put sunscreen on my children. One mum could not believe I was…
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Top 10 Natural Sources of Vitamin D

Top 10 Natural Sources of Vitamin D Vitamin D is different from other vitamins because our bodies can make most of what we need with enough exposure to sunlight. Australia is…
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Sugar the Silent Assasin

Silent Assassin: Don’t turn a blind eye to the dangers of a sugar-filled diet. I doubt there are any children these days who think smoking is healthy. Back in the…
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8 Food Trends I’d Like to See in 2022

I’ve been in the food and nutrition arena for 40 years – I’ve always been ahead of the rest.    In the 80’s I was talking about the importance of fat and salt,…
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Alloxan, Flour and Type 1 Diabetes

Alloxan: Be Aware  Until recently, I had never heard of ‘alloxan’. I was asked a question from someone who watched my documentary What’s With Wheat?  He asked what I knew about alloxan in bleached wheat and its association with…
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Sugar Alcohols

Does the World Need so Many Sugars? A recent monthly webinar with my students and graduates of The Nutrition Academy, was all about sugar. We covered lots of interesting information,…
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The Importance of Mechanism vs Vitalism

It's important to consider the principles of vitalism and mechanism when it comes to health. In this video Cyndi breaks down these principles further and gives interesting insight on how…
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Take Responsibility for Your Future

Food, nourishment and lifestyle plays a vital role in the prevention and treatment of many chronic diseases including heart disease, cancer, diabetes and autoimmunity. Diet is one of the significant…
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Meet a Graduate- Melissa Kovacevic

Functional Health Canberra’s Game Changing Approach By Melissa Kovacevic As the Founder of Functional Health Canberra, I am an accredited Functional Nutrition Consultant and a Clinical EFT Practitioner (Emotional Freedom…
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How do you define a 'healthy citizen'? Do you think the rates of mental health, obesity, and chronic disease reflect the great nation Churchill was envisioning here?

How do you define a `healthy citizen`? Do you think the rates of mental health, obesity, and chronic disease reflect the great nation Churchill was envisioning here? ...

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We're extremely proud to be the first in a huge wave of transformation happening regarding nutrition. Instead of leaving human history behind, we recognise it for its role in humankind today and honour it with our food and philosophy. We reap the benefits, too, of good health and a long, happy life.

We`re extremely proud to be the first in a huge wave of transformation happening regarding nutrition. Instead of leaving human history behind, we recognise it for its role in humankind today and honour it with our food and philosophy. We reap the benefits, too, of good health and a long, happy life. ...

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You know how we’re always trying to feed our families well without spending a fortune?

Well… I found something that I know you’re going to want in on. It’s a free online summit all about eating clean, nutrient-dense, on a budget—yes, it’s possible.

And it's filled with real-life tips, recipes, and strategies for stretching your grocery dollars without sacrificing nourishment.

There are 20+ experts (myself included 💛), and every one of us is showing you how to make deeply nourishing meals that are affordable and delicious.

You’ll learn how to shop smarter, prepare food in ways that unlock nutrition, and create meals your body (and your family) will thank you for.

 🗓️ It starts May 5th and it’s totally free. This is the kind of thing we wish we had when we first started on this path.

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You’re going to walk away inspired, empowered, and with real steps you can use right away.

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You know how we’re always trying to feed our families well without spending a fortune?

Well… I found something that I know you’re going to want in on. It’s a free online summit all about eating clean, nutrient-dense, on a budget—yes, it’s possible.

And it`s filled with real-life tips, recipes, and strategies for stretching your grocery dollars without sacrificing nourishment.

There are 20+ experts (myself included 💛), and every one of us is showing you how to make deeply nourishing meals that are affordable and delicious.

You’ll learn how to shop smarter, prepare food in ways that unlock nutrition, and create meals your body (and your family) will thank you for.

 🗓️ It starts May 5th and it’s totally free. This is the kind of thing we wish we had when we first started on this path.

 🎟️ Grab your free ticket—click the link in my bio or comment below with "summit"

You’re going to walk away inspired, empowered, and with real steps you can use right away.

#NourishingVibrantHealth
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Do you want to live with better health, have more energy, achieve your goals; make an impact in not only your own life, but that of your family and your wider community? Try The Nutrition Academy.

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Nutrition is one very important part of a whole, healthy and happy life. Once you have developed a healthy body, you are able to pursue true wellness. What does wellness mean to you?

Nutrition is one very important part of a whole, healthy and happy life. Once you have developed a healthy body, you are able to pursue true wellness. What does wellness mean to you? ...

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'Low calorie' doesn't inherently mean healthy, and if you leave behind essential nutrient groups, you will suffer.

`Low calorie` doesn`t inherently mean healthy, and if you leave behind essential nutrient groups, you will suffer. ...

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The Functional Nutrition course isn't just about being told nutrition facts, it's about developing critical thinking and research skills so you can continue to understand and discover the truth as the nutrition and food industry evolves.

The Functional Nutrition course isn`t just about being told nutrition facts, it`s about developing critical thinking and research skills so you can continue to understand and discover the truth as the nutrition and food industry evolves. ...

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Here's the ingredients from last week's vegan 'food'. Do these ingredients sound better for you, the planet and animals?

Here`s the ingredients from last week`s vegan `food`. Do these ingredients sound better for you, the planet and animals? ...

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Learn the foundations of everything you can do for a happy, healthy life with The Nutrition Academy. Learn about the study pathways at the academy on our website.⁠
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Learn the foundations of everything you can do for a happy, healthy life with The Nutrition Academy. Learn about the study pathways at the academy on our website.⁠

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