Chrissy Freer

Melbourne

Nutritionist and Freelance Food Writer at Freelance

Articles

Oatzempic: the latest viral TikTok weight-loss trend

Jun 3, 2024 | taste.com.au | Chrissy Freer

Oatzempic is the latest viral Tik Tok ‘health’ trend to hit the shelves. It’s named after Ozempic, the type 2 diabetes medication that many are hailing as a miracle weight-loss drug (despite the TGA clearly asking health professionals “not to prescribe Ozempic to new patients unless there is a compelling clinical reason to do so”). What is Oatzempic?
10 vegetables you never knew were rich in protein

May 5, 2024 | cairnspost.com.au | Chrissy Freer

We all know veggies are rich in vitamins, dietary fibre and disease fighting antioxidants, but did you know these nutrition powerhouses can also make a valuable contribution to your daily protein intake. While veggies generally do lack one or more of the essential amino acids, if you eat a varied diet and consume plant proteins that complement each other (e.g., legumes and rice), you can still easily gain enough of all the essential amino acids to gain the benefits.
10 vegetables you never knew were rich in protein

May 5, 2024 | taste.com.au | Chrissy Freer

We all know veggies are rich in vitamins, dietary fibre and disease fighting antioxidants, but did you know these nutrition powerhouses can also make a valuable contribution to your daily protein intake. While veggies generally do lack one or more of the essential amino acids, if you eat a varied diet and consume plant proteins that complement each other (e.g., legumes and rice), you can still easily gain enough of all the essential amino acids to gain the benefits.
Is the Mediterr-Aussie diet the secret to healthy, lasting weight-loss?

Mar 20, 2024 | taste.com.au | Chrissy Freer

Have you set weight loss as one of your goals for 2024? While promises of a fast fix such as cleanses, juice diets or taking a myriad of supplements can be tempting when you’re wanting to lose weight, fad diets are inevitably destined to fail long term (not to mention they can be really expensive). Why do these diets miss the mark?
The best food to eat for a healthy breakfast (and when to eat it)

Feb 6, 2024 | dailytelegraph.com.au | Chrissy Freer

Chrissy Freer, nutrition editor, gives us the best simple guidelines for healthy breakfasts. Choosing a healthy breakfast, and the best time is to eat it, can seem like a minefield. While we all have unique requirements and energy needs, the basic principles of what constitutes a healthy brekky does stay the same – a balance of protein, complex carbohydrates, some good fats and added veg or fruit.
How to sleep better by making small adjustments to your diet

Feb 5, 2024 | dailytelegraph.com.au | Chrissy Freer

FoodDon't miss out on the headlines from Food. Followed categories will be added to My News. Below are some common culprits for affecting sleep and tips for maximising restorative rest and wellbeing. Indigestion and acid reflux is a common cause of poor sleep and nighttime waking.
Chicken tacos with mango salsa

Jan 16, 2024 | healthyfood.com | Chrissy Freer |Jenny de Montalk

Instructions 1 In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, chopped chilli, onion, coriander and 1 tablespoon of the lime juice. Set aside. 2 In a medium bowl, place shredded cabbage and 2 tablespoons of the lime juice. Use your hands to massage the juice into the cabbage until it turns a brighter purple colour. 3 Preheat barbecue hotplate or grill pan to medium-high heat. Spray chicken bites lightly with oil and grill for 2–3 minutes each side, until cooked.
Does the sexy pineapple diet really work?

Jan 4, 2024 | heraldsun.com.au | Chrissy Freer

These days, we have the benefit of research, experts and a little hindsight to help us sensibly and safely lose weight (aka long-term, sustainable healthy eating habits rather than short-term fixes), but this wasn’t always the case. Especially during the ‘lycra era’ of the 1970s and ‘80s. Our expert nutritionist Chrissy Freer talks us through the good, the bad and the bizarre retro diet trends of the past.
Do fad diets work? A nutritionist explains what we should avoid

Jan 3, 2024 | adelaidenow.com.au | Chrissy Freer

These days, we have the benefit of research, experts and a little hindsight to help us sensibly and safely lose weight (aka long-term, sustainable healthy eating habits rather than short-term fixes), but this wasn’t always the case. Especially during the ‘lycra era’ of the 1970s and ‘80s. Our expert nutritionist Chrissy Freer talks us through the good, the bad and the bizarre retro diet trends of the past. What is a fad diet?
The worst foods to eat before going to bed (and what time to stop eating)

Jan 2, 2024 | taste.com.au | Chrissy Freer

What you eat and drink during the evening can directly affect your sleep, which in turn can impact how you feel the next day. Below are some common culprits for affecting sleep and tips for maximising restorative rest and wellbeing. Indigestion and acid reflux: foods to avoidIndigestion and acid reflux is a common cause of poor sleep and nighttime waking.