A/Prof. Dr Antigone Kouris
Clinical Dietitian-Nutritionist in Murrumbeena (488 Neerim rd) and Beaumaris (167 Charman Rd)
Bulk Billing available • Click here to read my brochure • Contact +61 3 94837013
A/Prof. Dr Antigone Kouris
Clinical Dietitian-Nutritionist in Murrumbeena (488 Neerim rd) and Beaumaris (167 Charman Rd)
Bulk Billing available • Click here to read my brochure
Welcome to Total Nutrition Care
I am an accredited clinical dietitian with over 30 years experience treating many conditions using medical nutrition & diet therapy. My private practice operates on Tuesday, Friday and Saturdays in Murrumbeena and on Wednesday in Beaumaris. I am also an Adjunct Associate Professor at La Trobe University teaching dietitians and supervising nutrition research. I have also developed a special range of low carb, high protein, high fibre bikkies called Skinnybik that are enriched with hunger busting lupin (a legume) that can help with weight loss and blood glucose management.
Conditions treated
Over 30 conditions including diabetes, PCOS, fatty liver, thyroid, IBS, GERD, mood, fatigue, acne...
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Weight Mangement
Intermittant fasting, Mediterranean diet, lower carb diet, Cambridge weight plan, intuitive eating
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My Biscuits
Purchase my hunger busting healthy low sugar cookies for weight loss and blood sugars
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Supplements & Medications
Targetted supplements to manage conditions/treat deficiencies. Drug side effects/interactions with supplements
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What to expect from a consultation
Dr Kouris takes a holistic approach to patient care with the ultimate goal being improved wellness and optimal health. She goes beyond simple dietary coaching for the management of the presenting condition. She addresses all nutrition related symptoms that may involve multiple organs, nutritional insufficiencies caused by the condition/ diet/ medication/ environment. Treatment includes tailored dietary prescription and short term tailored evidence based nutritional therapy to aid in management of condition(s) and improvement of wellness.
A/Prof Antigone Kouris
Clinical Dietitian
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My colleagues Professor George Moschonis and Dr Joanna McMillan talk about a La Trobe university study on probiotics and bone health. Very interesting interview. I use these probiotics with my osteoporosis patients.
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Webinar held: 22 October, 2021Join dietitian Dr. Joanna McMillan and Assoc Prof George Moschonis for a fascinating discussion of probiotics and bone health.A...Why nitrates and nitrites in processed meats are harmful – but those in vegetables aren’t
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Whether these chemicals are harmful to our health depends a lot on what molecules they interact with in our body.Eat a variety of unsalted nuts daily. One handful is good. They all seem to help lower cholesterol, lower blood sugars, blood pressure and help with weight management despite their high fat and calorie content. Walnuts may also help brain function and Brazil nuts can help thyroid function.
The different nuts are high in different nutrients so eat a variety. Almonds are high in vit E, Brazil nuts in Selenium, Cashews in vit K and iron, Peanuts in protein and B vits, Walnuts in copper, Pecans in zinc, Pistachios in B6, Macadamias in B1, Hazelnuts in vit E and especially antioxidants. They are all high in magnesium, manganese and antioxidants.
www.healthline.com/nutrition/9-healthy-nuts
The Top 9 Nuts to Eat for Better Health
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Nuts are packed with beneficial nutrients that may reduce your risk of many diseases. Here are 9 of the 9 healthiest nuts.Another new low carb bread worth trying..this one does not have soy or lupin but has PEA protein, hemp and sprouted grains.
Has anyone tried it?In more fabulous Monday news ....You can now find our Lower Carb Bread, Lower Carb Buns and BRAND NEW Complete Protein Bread at Coles.
All products are created using plant based proteins. They are vegan, low carb, high protein and low GI. This suite of products boast incredible nutritional figures and carry the 5 star health rating.
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My Clinic
My Recipes
Reduced Carb Apple slice
This apple slice tastes like a decadent apple pie without all the calories and carbs! CAUTION: Avoid lupin if you have a peanut allergy...
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Fruit Cake (great for Xmas)
CAUTION: Avoid lupin if you have a peanut allergy Ingredients 1 1/2 cups fresh orange juice 1 1/2 cups chopped candied orange peel 1...
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Gluten free Lupin Banana Nutmeg Pikelets
Quick & easy, fruity & spicy, enjoy these treats anytime. Delicious warm from the pan, and any leftovers are great buttered in a picnic...
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Reduced Carb Lupin Banana cake
This cake has 1/3 the sugar, 1/2 the carbs, double the fibre and protein of regular commercial banana cake (see table below). Has a...
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Gluten free Reduced Carb Lupin Carrot cake
This cake has a high content of carrots (35%) and walnuts (17%). It also has 1/3 the sugar, 1/2 the refined carbs, double the fibre...
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Gluten free Reduced Carb Greek Walnut Syrup cake
The traditional Greek version of this cake is high in sugar/carbs (from bread crumbs, semolina and sugar). These were reduced by replacing some of...
Read moreLike these recipes? Check out my cookbook for even more healthy, delicious meal ideas.