Mikala Atkinson

Nutritionist


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zucchini muffins

Fresh ideas for adding veggies to the menu

Jun 09, 2024   Mikala Atkinson

There are many ways a school may provide food for students in the morning such as a regular breakfast program, catering for an early training session, or planning for a large-scale event like a Father’s Day celebration.

Small container of yoghurt with chopped fruit

Best of the bunch: Your guide to choosing yoghurt

May 27, 2024   Mikala Atkinson

Providing children with balanced and wholesome meals and snacks helps with growth and development. But when it comes to filling the trolley with nutritious foods for the family, this can be easier said than done!

Crunch&Sip® sustainably

Jul 10, 2023   Mikala Atkinson

The Crunch&Sip® program aims to help children find more opportunities to snack on veggies and sip on water across the day. Whilst this is our main aim, we also want to encourage families to pack with sustainability in mind.

Gluten free: What's in the mix?

Jun 06, 2023   Mikala Atkinson

Anyone who was gluten free in the late 90’s knows that gluten free bread left a lot to be desired. The slices were usually very hard and quick to fall apart, resembling more of a rock cake than a loaf of bread.

Choosing chocolate to chomp on

Apr 04, 2023   Mikala Atkinson

According to the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating, chocolate is considered a junk food and sits outside of the core food groups, which are the foods essential for healthy growth and development. But is there room for chocolate in a healthy diet?