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How to grocery shop smarter (without overhauling everything)
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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Last-minute Christmas ricotta cannoli (no stress, no baking)
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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Meal prepping for busy women: how to plan balanced meals without dieting
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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How to eat out at Christmas without ruining your progress
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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Macro friendly beef nachos for busy weeknights
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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Why strong bones start with balance, not just calcium or weights
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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Why you feel exhausted even when you eat well
Women's Health, Supplements, Energy and Metabolism Maria Matina 20/11/25 Women's Health, Supplements, Energy and Metabolism Maria Matina 20/11/25

Why you feel exhausted even when you eat well

Eating well but still exhausted or bloated? The issue might not be your diet but how your cells turn food into energy. Here’s how NMN and resveratrol can support cellular energy, metabolism and healthy ageing.

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Omega-3: supporting hormones, mood and inflammation
Nutrition, Women's Health Maria Matina 10/11/25 Nutrition, Women's Health Maria Matina 10/11/25

Omega-3: supporting hormones, mood and inflammation

Omega-3 supports hormones, mood, skin and inflammation response, yet many women don’t get enough. Here’s how to include it through food first, when supplements may help, and how to choose the right form.

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Magnesium: the mineral that helps you switch off, sleep deeper and stress less
Nutrition, Women's Health Maria Matina 8/11/25 Nutrition, Women's Health Maria Matina 8/11/25

Magnesium: the mineral that helps you switch off, sleep deeper and stress less

Feeling wired, tense or can’t switch off? Magnesium could be the missing piece. Here’s why this powerful mineral matters for women’s health, energy and stress support — and how to boost it naturally.

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Why women should take creatine
Nutrition, Women's Health Maria Matina 26/10/25 Nutrition, Women's Health Maria Matina 26/10/25

Why women should take creatine

Creatine isn’t just for bodybuilders — it’s one of the most researched supplements in the world, with benefits for women’s strength, energy, brain health and long-term wellbeing.

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3 under-rated micronutrients most women are missing (and how to fix it)
Nutrition, Women's Health Maria Matina 14/10/25 Nutrition, Women's Health Maria Matina 14/10/25

3 under-rated micronutrients most women are missing (and how to fix it)

Even if your macros are on point, you might still be missing key micronutrients. Discover three underrated nutrients most women are low in — and simple ways to include them in your everyday meals.

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The secret to making your meal plan work for you (not against you)
Nutrition Tips Maria Matina 29/9/25 Nutrition Tips Maria Matina 29/9/25

The secret to making your meal plan work for you (not against you)

A meal plan should work for you, not against you. Here’s how to treat it as a flexible framework, make swaps, and adapt it to your lifestyle.

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A nutrition coach’s guide to supermarket spice blends (and why I keep coming back to Mingle)
Flexible Eating, Pantry Staples Maria Matina 26/9/25 Flexible Eating, Pantry Staples Maria Matina 26/9/25

A nutrition coach’s guide to supermarket spice blends (and why I keep coming back to Mingle)

Healthy eating doesn’t have to be bland. Here’s how to choose better spice blends at the supermarket and why Mingle is one I trust.

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How to stay on track in week one without getting overwhelmed
Mindset & Habits Maria Matina 12/9/25 Mindset & Habits Maria Matina 12/9/25

How to stay on track in week one without getting overwhelmed

Starting a new plan can feel overwhelming. Here are 4 ways to stay on track in week one without aiming for perfection.

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5 ways to measure progress that have nothing to do with the scale
Mindset & Habits Maria Matina 10/9/25 Mindset & Habits Maria Matina 10/9/25

5 ways to measure progress that have nothing to do with the scale

The scale doesn’t tell the full story. Here are 5 better ways to measure progress that will keep you motivated on your health and fat-loss journey.

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Why Spring is the perfect time for a fresh start (and how to join our 8-week challenge)
Maria Matina 7/9/25 Maria Matina 7/9/25

Why Spring is the perfect time for a fresh start (and how to join our 8-week challenge)

Spring is the perfect time to reset your health. Our 8-week Fresh Start Challenge gives you a flexible meal plan, family-friendly recipes and group support to lose weight without dieting.

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5 hidden reasons you’re struggling to lose belly fat
Nutrition Maria Matina 18/8/25 Nutrition Maria Matina 18/8/25

5 hidden reasons you’re struggling to lose belly fat

You’re eating well and exercising but your belly fat won’t budge. These five surprising culprits could be holding you back. Start fixing them today with tips that work and a personalised plan from my Build My Diet assessment.

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Foods you should never store together (and why it matters for freshness, flavour & your budget)
Nutrition Tips, Kitchen Hacks Maria Matina 13/8/25 Nutrition Tips, Kitchen Hacks Maria Matina 13/8/25

Foods you should never store together (and why it matters for freshness, flavour & your budget)

Want your food to last longer, taste better and save you money? It starts with knowing which foods don’t get along in storage. Here’s a simple guide to what you should keep apart in your fridge and pantry.

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How to visit Lago di Braies without the stress: travel tips
Travel, Food Freedom, Balanced Living Maria Matina 31/7/25 Travel, Food Freedom, Balanced Living Maria Matina 31/7/25

How to visit Lago di Braies without the stress: travel tips

Planning a visit to Lago di Braies in the Dolomites? Here’s what to know before you go – from when to arrive, how to hire a boat, where to eat and how to make it a balanced, stress-free day.

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Why you’re tired even when you’re eating “healthy” – and what to do about it
Nutrition Maria Matina 30/7/25 Nutrition Maria Matina 30/7/25

Why you’re tired even when you’re eating “healthy” – and what to do about it

If you’re eating clean, walking daily and still feeling flat, this post unpacks what might be going on and how to tweak your meals for better energy and nutrient balance without blowing your calories.

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