Our Own Unique Food Needs with Principle Dietitian & Nutritionist Liz Stathakis
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On this weeks episode I am delighted to be introducing you to our next special guest Principle Dietitian and Nutritionist from the Lifestyle consultations clinic, Elizabeth Stathakis. Liz is the Founder and Principle Dietician of the Dietitian clinic Lifestyle Consultations in Five Dock, which was established by Liz in 2011. Liz is an m Accredited Dietitian, a Nutritionist, an Exercise Physiologist, a Clinical Supervisor and a Health Coach. Having completed a Bachelor of Health and Exercise at the University of New South Wales and a postgraduate Masters of Nutrition and Dietetics at Sydney University, she has also completed additional studies in management, leadership, counselling and behaviour change. Liz has worked as a Dietitian at the Eating Disorder Units at Wesley Hospital Ashfeild, at Northside West Clinic Wentworthville, as well as has been a Senior Dietician at Hunters Hill Private Hospital. Having also worked and been on the podcast for the Butterfly Foundation where she ran group programs in Sydney on eating disorders and body image issues. Liz has worked with children, adolescence and adults helping people with eating disorders, injury rehabilitation, type two diabetes management, sporting performance and cardiovascular health management. Where Liz has written expert feature articles for the Village Observer, Mens health Magazine and Meat and Livestock Australia.
On this weeks episode Liz so kindly speaks about the topic of understanding your own unique food needs. Where Liz will outline the various factors that influence our ability to meet our nutritional and holistic needs. Really emphasising the importance of meeting someone where they are at from a professional perspective before trying to meet your food needs. So on that note, please enjoy the lovely Liz!
Podcast Summary:
1. The importance of meeting your bodies nutritional needs
2. The ineffectiveness of the calories in calories out method
3. The holistic lifestyle factors that influence your ability to meet your needs
4. Eating for recovery and repair after an eating disorder
5. Making changes that align with your overall needs
6. Getting the right mental health support when working on meeting your needs
Links to Liz
Lifestyle Consultations: https://lifestyleconsultations.net.au/
Links to BodyMatters:
BodyMatters Australasia Website: https://bodymatters.com.au/
BodyMatters Instagram: @bodymattersau
Butterfly Foundation Helpline: Call their National Helpline on 1800 33 4673. You can also chat online or email
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