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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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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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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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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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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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What “Natural Flavours” actually means – and how to make smarter food choices
Nutrition, Smart Shopping, Flexible Eating Maria Matina 28/7/25 Nutrition, Smart Shopping, Flexible Eating Maria Matina 28/7/25

What “Natural Flavours” actually means – and how to make smarter food choices

“Natural flavours” might sound healthy, but the truth is, they’re one of the most misunderstood ingredients on food labels. Here’s what they really mean and how to shop smarter without stressing out.

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9 common things that can block iron absorption (and what to do instead)
Nutrition Maria Matina 19/7/25 Nutrition Maria Matina 19/7/25

9 common things that can block iron absorption (and what to do instead)

Struggling with low iron despite eating well? These 9 everyday foods and habits could be blocking your iron absorption — and how to work around them without giving anything up.

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Feeling tired all the time? It could be low iron.
Nutrition Maria Matina 19/7/25 Nutrition Maria Matina 19/7/25

Feeling tired all the time? It could be low iron.

Feeling tired all the time, even with enough sleep? Low iron might be to blame. Learn the symptoms, the best iron-rich foods, and how to get more from your meals, without supplements.

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High Vitamin C Foods: The complete guide to immune support, energy and iron absorption
Nutrition, Immune Support, Food Swaps, Seasonal Eating Maria Matina 17/7/25 Nutrition, Immune Support, Food Swaps, Seasonal Eating Maria Matina 17/7/25

High Vitamin C Foods: The complete guide to immune support, energy and iron absorption

Not sure if you're getting enough vitamin C? Here's a full list of the highest vitamin C foods ranked by mg per serving — plus how to actually absorb it and eat more of it daily.

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Exploring the Canadian Rockies: A 16-Day Adventure through Banff, Jasper & Beyond
Nutrition, Travel, Mindset & Lifestyle, Hiking Maria Matina 5/7/25 Nutrition, Travel, Mindset & Lifestyle, Hiking Maria Matina 5/7/25

Exploring the Canadian Rockies: A 16-Day Adventure through Banff, Jasper & Beyond

Planning a Canadian Rockies road trip? Here's a detailed 16-day itinerary across Banff, Jasper, Golden and Canmore with honest restaurant reviews, hiking tips, practical advice and a few mindset moments from a nutrition coach who did it all flexibly.

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Is zero sugar almond milk really the better choice?
Nutrition, Food Swaps, Grocery Tips Maria Matina 1/7/25 Nutrition, Food Swaps, Grocery Tips Maria Matina 1/7/25

Is zero sugar almond milk really the better choice?

Zero sugar doesn't always mean a healthier choice. Here's what I found when I compared Silk Original and Silk Zero Sugar almond milk — and what you need to know before grabbing one off the shelf.

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Are you getting enough magnesium? Here's why it matters more than you think.
Nutrition, Wellness Maria Matina 24/6/25 Nutrition, Wellness Maria Matina 24/6/25

Are you getting enough magnesium? Here's why it matters more than you think.

Low energy, cramps, or irritability? Magnesium deficiency is more common than you think. Here's how to tell if you're low and how to get more through food.

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Struggling to eat your veggies? Here’s how to make it easier (and more enjoyable).
Nutrition Maria Matina 11/6/25 Nutrition Maria Matina 11/6/25

Struggling to eat your veggies? Here’s how to make it easier (and more enjoyable).

Eating more veggies doesn’t have to feel hard or overwhelming. Here are simple, realistic ways to add more vegetables to your meals without overhauling your entire diet.

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Didn’t meal prep? Here’s what I’m reaching for intead
Nutrition Maria Matina 4/6/25 Nutrition Maria Matina 4/6/25

Didn’t meal prep? Here’s what I’m reaching for intead

Didn’t meal prep this week? Here’s how I stayed on track with high-protein, low-carb meals from Thr1ve — no cooking required.

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Would you like fries with that? 🍟
Nutrition, Food hacks, Meal planning Maria Matina 3/6/25 Nutrition, Food hacks, Meal planning Maria Matina 3/6/25

Would you like fries with that? 🍟

Want fries with that? 🍟 Discover how to make higher volume food swaps like Carisma potatoes over packaged chips to stay on track without sacrificing satisfaction.

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How to eat out and still reach your goals
Nutrition, Mindset & Motivation Maria Matina 29/5/25 Nutrition, Mindset & Motivation Maria Matina 29/5/25

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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