Rebecca Reynolds
Professional Profile
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Bio
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Dr Rebecca Charlotte Reynolds, also known as Dr Bec, finished her PhD in human nutrition at The University of Sydney with Professor Jennie Brand-Miller in mid-2009.Her thesis was entitled, “The effect of a low glycemic index diet on hormones, appetite and acne vulgaris”.From 2009-2010 she completed a year-long prestigious research fellowship with Professor Boyd Swinburn at the World Health Organization’s Collaborating Centre on Obesity Prevention at Deakin University for a Department of Health and Ageing initiative called the Collaboration of COmmunity-based Obesity Prevention Sites (CO-OPS).In late 2010/2011 she: wrote educational material for Deakin University (public health nutrition) and the Australian Fitness Network (AFN, Elite Nutrition Coach Continuing Education Credits); worked for Sydney Medical School’s The Boden Institute of Obesity, Nutrition, Exercise and Eating Disorders, primarily on a federal Department of Health and Ageing healthy workers project; was the resident nutritionist at Elixr Health Clubs; and lectured at the University of Western Sydney.Today, she: eats regularly; drinks regularly; enjoys eating and drinking regularly; consults to various media (e.g. Women’s Health magazine, Prevention magazine, Fitness First magazine, Dolly magazine) and corporates (e.g. Brain Resource Ltd); loves helping people get happier and healthier with their nutrition habits; cooks (mostly by not following recipes); and, captures precious moments in time with her beloved camera.
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Registration Numbers and Professional Memberships
Registered Nutritionist (RNutr), Nutrition Society of Australia (NSA)
ANZOS member (Australian & New Zealand Obesity Society) -
Qualifications
BSc, MSc, PhD -
Awards and Publications
Please find out more here: http://au.linkedin.com/in/rebeccacharlottereynolds - Areas Of Interest Eating Disorders Food Allergies Lactose Intolerance Gestational Diabetes Type 2 Diabetes Fructose Intolerance Obesity Nutrition and Healthy Eating Vegetarian Eating Weight Management Cardiovascular Disease High Cholesterol Fatty Liver Disease Acne
Answers contributed by Rebecca Reynolds
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What is obesity?
Great definitions and info here: http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/bhcv2/bhcarticles.nsf/pages/Obesity :) Dr B read more -
Is it true that oral contraceptives can treat acne?
Yes: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/acne/ds00169/dsection=treatments-and-drugs Have you tried topical options yet? Cheers, Dr B read more -
What is the difference between good and bad cholesterol?
High density lipoprotein (HDL) = good! Low density lipoprotein (LDL - various forms) = bad! See more here: http://www.csiro.au/Outcomes/Health-and-Wellbeing/Prevention/CholesterolFacts.aspx :) Dr B read more -
Does aspartame cause cancer?
There is no clear evidence that artificial sweeteners available commercially cause cancer. As long as you don't have huge doses, you'll very likely be fine! However, there is some evidence that artificial sweeteners can mess ... read more -
Detox diets- which are recommended if any?
The ONLY detox diet I would recommend is this: - Drink 8 glasses of water each day. - Eat 2 + 5 serves of fruit and vegetables per day - or even more (especially vegetables, ... read more -
How do I know if I am lactose intolerant?
Hi there, This website provides great info: http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/bhcv2/bhcarticles.nsf/pages/Lactose_intolerance Let me know if you need to know anything else. Cheers, Dr B read more -
What is the association between obesity and diabetes?
Hi there, Type 2 diabetes (or "lifestyle" diabetes) often follows obesity (especially apple-shaped obesity, where fat mostly accumulates around the middle) after a lag time of a few years. This is because in obesity, excess ... read more -
How do I prevent getting high cholesterol?
Hi there! Here are some ways to prevent high cholesterol: Avoid saturated fat, which is mainly animal fat, or choose reduced fat versions, e.g. dairy, cakes and biscuits (http://www.csiro.au/resources/CholesterolFacts). You don't need to worry so ... read more -
What's the effect of long term laxative use/abuse & health effects?
Hi there, Sorry to hear that you feel you have to take such large amounts of senna. Is it for supposed weight maintenance reasons? Unfortunately there can be some really serious side-effects of chronic senna ... read more -
What is a glucose challenge test?
Hi! There is some good information here on what a glucose challenge test is: http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/bhcv2/bhcarticles.nsf/pages/Gestational_diabetes Testing your metabolism of blood sugar (glucose) is important when pregnant to test for gestational diabetes. Good luck with your ... read more -
What are home remedies that effectively treat acne?
Hi there, Diet can maybe have some effect on acne - avoid high GI foods, dairy and inflammatory fats (e.g. vegetable oils that aren't olive, etc.) - eat more low GI foods, fruits and vegies ... read more -
What causes lactose intolerance?
Hi there, "True" lactose intolerance is caused when the small intestine doesn't make enough of an enzyme called lactase (which digests the sugar lactose). Great info. here: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0001321/ Cheers, Dr B :) read more -
Will gestational diabetes put my baby at a risk of getting diabetes?
Hi there, There is evidence that gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) can increase the risk of a high birth weight child who may also be at increased risk of obesity/diabetes in later life, BUT, by managing ... read more -
Are egg yolks bad for you?
Great answer, Nicole. I'd also suggest choosing more ethical eggs, e.g. http://www.rspca.org.au/shophumane/rspca-products/chicken/bendigo-valley-chicken/ read more -
What are the best foods to combat acne?
Hi! I did half a PhD on this very topic... There is SOME evidence (it's still not clear if diet and acne are linked) that decreasing intake of high GI foods, dairy and inflammatory fats ... read more -
Can eating processed red meats daily increase the risk of heart disease?
Hi there, Yes, there is some evidence that higher red meat intake is bad for some aspects of health, including heart disease. Especially processed meats (more "bad stuff" in these = saturated fat, nitrates, salt...). ... read more -
How can you get your daily intake of Omega when taking Warfarin
Hi! Some good resources on warfarin-diet interactions: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/warfarin/AN00455 http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/omega-3-000971.htm http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/14742793 I would talk to the doctor who prescribed you warfarin about getting your omega-3s. I would think that not taking supplements and eating oily fish ... read more -
Does skipping breakfast affect my weight?
Hi! I am not sure I agree with Maria's comment, "By skipping breakfast you push those calories to later in the day when we are not able to digest them as well"... ... But I ... read more -
Why do exercise and eating control my life?
Hi there, So many of us understand food and exercise taking up too much of our thoughts each day. What a waste of time, huh? But such an easy habit to slip into. There are ... read more -
How can I help manage my child's weight?
Hi there! This is a difficult one - you don't want to upset your son, but you also want him to be as healthy as he can be. Have you: spoken to your son directly ... read more -
How can I stop myself from overeating?
P.P.S. Also, don't restrict any one food... And say to yourself, "I choose not to eat that", instead of, "I am annoyed I can't have that". read more -
How can I stop myself from overeating?
Hi! A common problem! Food does taste very good :) This is a great idea: http://www.tcme.org/ As is drinking lots of water before/during meals, really trying to listen to your body's fullness signals, and maximising ... read more -
I am underweight, what would be the best diet for me?
Hi there! Nicole Senior answered your question nicely. I agree that increasing your fat intake is a good idea, particularly olive oil - this will give you more kilojoules in a healthy, non-filling way! Regarding ... read more
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