Let’s Make Sense of All The Conflicting Health Advice Online

Confused by all the conflicting health advice out there?

I don’t blame you. After more than 40 years in nutrition and health, I’ve learned that good health doesn’t need to be complicated — you just need to know what truly matters.

Here, I’ll help you make sense of the science and turn it into practical advice you can start using today.

Have a browse. You might just discover that some of what you thought you knew about healthy eating isn’t quite right 😉

PROTEIN EXPLAINED

Protein gets plenty of hype, but are you actually eating the right amount — and the right kind? Discover evidence-based advice on protein needs, plant and animal proteins, lean and processed meats, and how to choose quality protein as part of a balanced diet for long-term health.

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How Eating Regular, Portion-controlled Meals is Better for Your Blood Sugar, Weight and Long-Term Health

Think skipping breakfast or lunch will help you lose weight? It may be setting you up for overwhelming hunger and overeating later. Learn how regular, balanced meals and controlled portions can support healthy weight loss, better blood sugar control, stable energy, and long-term health. This science-based guide explains how to eat when you're hungry, stop when you're satisfied, and build healthier eating habits that you can actually follow for life.

Elizabeth (Liesbet) Delport

6 min read

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How to Build a Balanced Plate of Food with the Right Amount of Carbs, Fat & Protein

Trying to improve your health? Discover why vegetables, fruit and legumes should fill half your plate—and how eating more of these powerful foods can support healthy blood sugar, blood pressure, digestion and long-term health.

Elizabeth (Liesbet) Delport

10 min read

Are You Eating Too Much Protein? The Science Says It's Time to Rethink the Hype

Everyone's talking about eating more protein—but could too much protein actually be putting your health at risk? Discover what the science says about high-protein diets, protein intake, kidney health, osteoporosis, heart disease and cancer, and learn how to choose the right amount of quality, lean, unprocessed protein for a healthier diet.

Elizabeth (Liesbet) Delport

9 min read