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Nutrition, Food Swaps Maria Matina 13/10/26 Nutrition, Food Swaps Maria Matina 13/10/26

Still hungry after a healthy lunch? Build a high protein lunch that lasts

Hungry again by 3pm? Your healthy lunch might just be missing protein, carbs, fibre or flavour. Here's how to build a high protein lunch that actually keeps you full.

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Mindset & Habits, Travel, Mindset & Lifestyle Maria Matina 29/9/26 Mindset & Habits, Travel, Mindset & Lifestyle Maria Matina 29/9/26

What I’d do differently in the Algarve, Portugal: Where to stay, food & honest travel tips

We based ourselves in Albufeira thinking a central location would make the Algarve easier to explore. It didn’t quite work that way. Here’s what I’d do differently next time, from choosing a base to food, driving and the places I’d make more time for.

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Nutrition, Mindset & Habits Maria Matina 7/8/26 Nutrition, Mindset & Habits Maria Matina 7/8/26

Why you don't need to "make up" for yesterday's food

One bigger meal doesn't ruin your progress. What keeps the cycle going is what happens next. Here's how to get back to normal without punishing yourself back into restriction.

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Nutrition, Fat Loss Maria Matina 24/7/26 Nutrition, Fat Loss Maria Matina 24/7/26

Eating less on a GLP-1 doesn't mean you're nourished: what to prioritise when appetite is lower

Appetite suppression isn't a nutrition strategy. If you're using a GLP-1 and your hunger has dropped, here's what your body still needs and why the foundations matter more, not less.

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Nutrition, Flexible Eating, Fat Loss Maria Matina 14/7/26 Nutrition, Flexible Eating, Fat Loss Maria Matina 14/7/26

Why your calorie target might be mathematically right and still be the wrong starting point

A calorie calculator can give you a number, but the right starting point also depends on your food history, routine and what is actually getting in the way.

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Recipe, High protein meals, Macro friendly Maria Matina 28/5/26 Recipe, High protein meals, Macro friendly Maria Matina 28/5/26

Creamy Chicken, Leek and Mushroom Pie (High Protein Comfort Food)

A creamy chicken, leek and mushroom pie that feels like proper comfort food while still supporting your goals. High protein, macro friendly and perfect for winter dinners.

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Women's Health, Mindset & Lifestyle, Movement & Lifestyle Maria Matina 20/5/26 Women's Health, Mindset & Lifestyle, Movement & Lifestyle Maria Matina 20/5/26

Acupuncture for period pain, hormones and stress: why I time it around my cycle

Wondering if acupuncture is worth it for hormonal balance and period pain? Here's what it actually does in the body, why timing it around your cycle matters and what changed for me personally.

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Nutrition, Flexible Eating Maria Matina 18/5/26 Nutrition, Flexible Eating Maria Matina 18/5/26

How oils and sauces add up (and what to do about it)

Cooking oil, dressings and sauces are some of the most commonly untracked sources of calories. Here's how much they actually add up to and what to do about it without obsessing.

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Nutrition Tips Maria Matina 11/5/26 Nutrition Tips Maria Matina 11/5/26

8 Quick Macro-Friendly Breakfasts That Aren't From a Drive-Thru

Busy mornings? Skip the drive-thru and try one of these quick, macro-balanced breakfasts to start your day strong.

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Fat Loss Maria Matina 1/5/26 Fat Loss Maria Matina 1/5/26

High protein, low sugar foods that actually support fat loss (not just marketing)

High protein and low sugar labels don’t guarantee fat loss. Learn which foods actually support appetite control, muscle retention and sustainable weight loss.

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Nutrition, Mindset & Motivation Maria Matina 30/4/26 Nutrition, Mindset & Motivation Maria Matina 30/4/26

How to eat out and still reach your goals

Yes, you can eat out and still hit your goals — it just takes some strategy and a balanced mindset. Here's how I approach restaurant meals without sacrificing my progress.

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Mindset & Habits Maria Matina 28/4/26 Mindset & Habits Maria Matina 28/4/26

How to stop emotional eating

Emotional eating isn’t about willpower. Learn 5 simple but powerful steps to break the cycle, and download the free guide that’s helped women find freedom with food.

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Nutrition Maria Matina 7/4/26 Nutrition Maria Matina 7/4/26

The Ultimate Guide to Beating Sugar Cravings Without Feeling Deprived

We all experience sugar cravings, but instead of fighting them, let's understand why they happen and how to naturally reduce them. The key isn’t about cutting sugar out completely—it’s about supporting your body so you don’t feel the urge to rely on it.

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Fat Loss, Flexible Eating, High protein meals, Recipe Maria Matina 16/2/26 Fat Loss, Flexible Eating, High protein meals, Recipe Maria Matina 16/2/26

You don’t have a pizza problem. You have a protein problem.

Think pizza ruins your fat loss progress? It’s not the pizza. It’s the lack of protein and structure. Here’s how a 53g protein, high fibre pizza fits into flexible dieting without restriction.

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Nutrition, Real life strategies Maria Matina 19/1/26 Nutrition, Real life strategies Maria Matina 19/1/26

How to grocery shop smarter (without overhauling everything)

Confused by food labels and marketing claims? Here’s how to shop smarter with simple tips and food swaps that make healthy eating easier — without giving up your favourites.

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Recipe Maria Matina 22/12/25 Recipe Maria Matina 22/12/25

Last-minute Christmas ricotta cannoli (no stress, no baking)

A quick, no-bake Christmas ricotta cannoli recipe using store-bought shells. Festive, easy to prep, and perfect for last-minute hosting without the stress.

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Nutrition, Flexible Eating, Meal Prep Maria Matina 21/12/25 Nutrition, Flexible Eating, Meal Prep Maria Matina 21/12/25

Meal prepping for busy women: how to plan balanced meals without dieting

Meal prepping doesn’t need tracking, restriction or hours in the kitchen. Learn how busy women can plan balanced meals, simplify food decisions and stay consistent without dieting.

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Nutrition, Mindset & Lifestyle, Flexible Eating Maria Matina 17/12/25 Nutrition, Mindset & Lifestyle, Flexible Eating Maria Matina 17/12/25

How to eat out at Christmas without ruining your progress

Eating out doesn’t need to derail your progress. This realistic guide shares simple, flexible strategies to enjoy meals out without restriction, guilt, or the all-or-nothing spiral.

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Nutrition Tips, Recipe Maria Matina 10/12/25 Nutrition Tips, Recipe Maria Matina 10/12/25

Macro friendly beef nachos for busy weeknights

A quick, macro friendly beef nachos recipe that satisfies cravings, supports fat loss and doubles as tomorrow’s lunch. Perfect for busy weeknights.

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Women's Health, Healthy Ageing, Movement & Lifestyle Maria Matina 25/11/25 Women's Health, Healthy Ageing, Movement & Lifestyle Maria Matina 25/11/25

Why strong bones start with balance, not just calcium or weights

Strong bones aren’t built by calcium or workouts alone. Discover why women need balance training for bone strength, injury prevention and confident movement as we age, and how to do it in just two minutes a day.

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