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Stefania Del Mastro

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Nutritionist & Autism Awareness Advocate 💙
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This is an extremely vulnerable post for me to share but a little reminder that you never know what a person is going through.

Last year broke me and I’ve spent this year working on me.
I had to step away to find myself again.
I never wanted to show up and paint a picture of myself that wasn’t reality.

Being a parent to children that a neurodiverse is so emotionally, mentally and physically taxing.
I had to fight so hard for my boys last year that I was running off steam and adrenaline, I hadn’t even fully realised just how much it took out of me.
This year has been life changing, my boys have accomplished so so much, i couldn’t be more proud.
I had the opportunity to breathe, but once I did I imploded because I was no longer in fight or flight, putting out constant fires, that it all came down around me.
I had the mental capacity to feel all the things I spent the last year suppressing.
It was incredibly heavy.

I am so proud of myself for recognising that I needed to heal and step away and now I’m ready to come back bigger than ever.
Nothing I could say will ever express the appreciation I have for my community, your loyalty and support means the world to me and I wouldn’t be here, back and able to create again if it wasn’t for you.
Thank you ❤️

*none of this is medical advice, simply sharing my experience.
If you are suffering with your mental health please seek help and know the storm will pass xx

#mentalhealthsupport #mystory #recovery by @stefdelnutrition

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Stop default-buying chicken breast and protein tubs thinking they’re your only options.

Whole-food protein sources hit your body differently because of the food matrix—the natural vitamins, healthy fats, and prebiotic fibers packaged alongside the amino acids that optimize digestion and absorption.

Here are 4 underrated whole-food proteins to rotate into your grocery cart this week:

1️⃣ Lupin Flakes: 40g protein per 100g + heavy prebiotic fiber for gut motility.

2️⃣ Bone-In Sardines: Bioavailable calcium + anti-inflammatory EPA/DHA Omega-3s.

3️⃣ Pumpkin Seeds: High in magnesium for muscle recovery and zinc for hormone synthesis.

4️⃣ Strained Cottage Cheese: Slow-digesting casein paired with gut-supportive probiotics.

Which one of these are you picking up on your next grocery run? 🛒👇

📌 Save this post for your next meal prep session! by @stefdelnutrition

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7 🎈
The boy who lights up everyone’s world.
Everyday you amaze us, make us laugh, make us proud and fill our lives with so much joy.

Happy birthday my boy, watching you grow has been the greatest honour of our lives, thank you for the front row seats to the Rio show.
Keep shining bright, we love you 🤍 by @stefdelnutrition

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We just returned from Italy, and I noticed something that really caught my attention.
Both of my boys are neurodivergent. Between ADHD medication suppressing their daytime appetite and their sensory preferences limiting what they eat, food back home can sometimes feel like a delicate balancing act—often leading to late-day rebound hunger and mood swings.
While away, their appetite stabilized, they didn’t binge eat, and their overall mood and energy were noticeably calmer.
I started looking into why this shift happened, and it seems to come down to a mix of lifestyle pace and food processing:
🌿 The Pace: Life in Australia moves fast. Between busy schedules and decision fatigue, quick and convenient options are a practical reality. In Europe, the daily rhythm is naturally slower. Meals are structured and unhurried, which lowers the background stress that often drives food cravings.
🧪 Additive Laws & Satiety: Many packaged foods are formulated to hit a “bliss point”—a specific ratio of fats, sugars, and additives that stimulates the brain’s dopamine reward pathway. For an ADHD brain, this can make it hard to register fullness. EU regulations strictly limit many of these synthetic flavor enhancers, allowing natural appetite cues to work as intended.
🌾 Fermentation & Grains: Traditional Italian baking relies on long sourdough fermentation, which pre-digests gluten proteins. In contrast, fast-yeast commercial methods can be harder on a sensitive digestive tract.
🥛 Protein Differences: European dairy frequently comes from heritage breeds producing A2 protein, whereas standard local dairy is predominantly A1, which can be more inflammatory for some individuals.
🫒 Fats & Soil: Cooking with fresh Extra Virgin Olive Oil and eating produce grown in nutrient-dense soil provides natural anti-inflammatory support, compared to the industrial seed oils common in quick-prep foods.
It was fascinating to observe how much a child’s nervous system responds to the environment and the underlying chemistry of what they eat.
Things I already knew,but first hand experience has totally woken something in me, I want better for my kids.
I’d love to hear your experiences 👇🏼 by @stefdelnutrition

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The last of the very best.
Sicilia forever❤️

#sicily #sicilia #ortigia #fypageシ゚ #travel taken in Ortigia by @stefdelnutrition

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Rio definitely wont be my power of attorney 🫠

#autism #funnyreel #trendreels #fypシ #satire by @stefdelnutrition

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Ortigia is everything 🌵

Lilypad on tour 🐸

#ortigia #sicily #sicilia #siracusa #travel taken in Siracusa Ortigia by @stefdelnutrition

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🤍 che bedda

#sicily #sicilia #noto #travel #fyp taken in Noto, Italy by @stefdelnutrition

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La dolce vita 🤍

#sicily #sicilia #noto #fyp #travel taken in Noto, Italy by @stefdelnutrition

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Our favourite place on earth 🤍
Ci vediamo l’anno prossimo 💫

#cefalú #sicily #sicilia #travel taken in Cefalù by @stefdelnutrition

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50% arancino 50% cornetto 🥴

#cefalù #sicily #sicilia #fyp taken in Cefalù Sicily by @stefdelnutrition

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