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Dr Julie - health researcher, PhD trained and chef, self-trained.
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124. 3 Food Tips to Keep You Sane (and Satisfied) This Christmas
As the festive season ramps up, it can feel like food (and stress) are everywhere — parties, school events, baking, late nights… and somewhere in there we’re meant to feel “balanced.”
In this episode, I’m sharing three simple, realistic food tips to help you feel grounded, nourished, and actually enjoy this season — not survive it. These are the same tools I use myself when life gets busy: adding before restricting, planning for balance instead of perfection, and keeping joy (and food!) connected to what really matters.
And yes — my Christmas Goodies officially launch today
They’re packed with festive flavour and made with the same care I bring to everything I share here — real food, no guilt, full of joy.
Grab your coffee, take a breath, and let’s chat about how to keep food simple and satisfying this Christmas.