In this time of lockdown and isolation, we may find that our eating behaviours have changed, which is completely understandable—our routines have been disrupted. Our eating may have changed as…
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BlogDebunking Diet and Nutrition Myths
How the goal of weight loss can undermine health
by Tansy Boggonby Tansy BoggonHow the goal of weight loss can undermine health—considerations and resources for health practitioners Weight is undeniably correlated to an increased risk of many health conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular…
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At this time, as we prepare to self-isolate, many feel uneasy or uncertain about what they should be doing so as to not contribute to the panic or risk. It…
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Today I had my first-morning walk in the streets surrounding our home since lockdown was announced here in New Zealand. Our prime minister, Jacinda Adern, has let us know that…
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I originally wrote this for New World Supermarkets in Christchurch, New Zealand at the start of lockdown, 2020. Whether you’re stocking your pantry and refrigerator now, or you’re looking for…
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Clutha River Swim: If Something Brings You Joy, It Is Worth Doing
by Tansy Boggonby Tansy BoggonIt was a whirlwind of a week supporting my husband, Rob, as he swam the 256 km length of the Clutha River, from Wanaka to the mouth of the river,…
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Recently I overheard someone say, ‘I’m not sure it’s legal’, as to whether they could eat a food on their diet. The use of the word legal was shocking to…
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BlogPersonal Reflections
A Wellness Diet that Promises You’ll Get Pregnant
by Tansy Boggonby Tansy Boggon‘If you follow this diet, I’d be surprised if you’re not pregnant by the year’s end,’ was what an alternative practitioner said to me nine years ago when my husband…
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The book, Joyful Eating, is not only about how to feel content in our own skin and release the desire to lose weight, which does more to keep us trapped in…
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BlogEating Psychology
Are you afraid ditching diets means you’ll let your body go?
by Tansy Boggonby Tansy BoggonAt the beginning of each year, we are exposed to many messages that tell us we need to change our bodies. This messaging can cause us to feel down about…
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Diet and health may not be your number one priority for the New Year, and that is okay!
by Tansy Boggonby Tansy BoggonOften in the New Year, we overcommit, trying to change many aspects of our lives at once. However, we can only change one to two behaviours at a time to form…
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BlogEating Psychology
How to avoid overeating in anticipation of New Year restriction
by Tansy Boggonby Tansy BoggonImagine this, it’s Sunday evening, and there is ice cream remaining in the freezer, and some of the cookies your mum kindly brought over, left in the pantry. You’re sitting on your…
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