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PMS – A Natural Solution
PMS is so common and many women just accept that it’s a normal part of their monthly cycle. Up to 80% of women experience some level of PMS. The symptoms can vary from women to women. From irritability, anxiety, depression and rage to mood swings, bloating, fluid retention, breast tenderness, back pain and food cravings.
The Defender – My Immune Shot for Winter
This shot of fiery goodness helps defend against any sickness, supporting your immune system by dampening inflammation. This recipe is for 2 or 3 shots but I usually make a big batch for the week and have a shot most mornings through the winter months. You can alter recipe slightly to accomodate your preference. I
Cacao, Cashew and Date Truffles
Cacao, Cashew and Date Truffles – makes 12 These Cacao, Cashew and Date Truffle are my kind of easter egg and the perfect little easter gift for your neighbour. Ingredients · 150g cashew nuts · 150g dates · 1 tbsp. coconut oil · 2 tbsp. rice malt syrup or honey · ½ tsp sea salt · 1 tsp good quality vanilla extract
Beef and Turmeric Stew
Beef and Turmeric Stew – Serves 4 This is an invitation to use food as medicine to support your immune system. Grass fed beef is a great source of zinc and turmeric is a potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. Zinc is an essential mineral critical for immune function. Even mild to moderate zinc deficiency can impair immune function and
Digital Detox
Whether it’s a 24/7 email connection, an unhealthy social media habit, maybe your sleep quality is poor or you can’t seem to concentrate quite the same these days. Here are some practical tips and tricks to help reduce the time you’re using screens and limit the impact they may be having on your quality of
Swiss Chard, Lentils and Brown Rice
Inspired by the recent release of the doc The Game Changers here is simple and Yummy plant based recipe to try.
Homemade icy poles
Chia seed icy poles – 6 serves Ingredients: 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt (or yoghurt of choice i.e. coconut, goats, sheep’s) 1/2 Unsweetened Almond Milk 2 tbsp Rice Malt Syrup 1 tbsp Chia Seeds 1/3 cup Strawberries (sliced into small pieces) 1/3 Pineapple (sliced into small pieces) ½ cup Granola (Optional) Method: In a medium
Is Inflammation messing with your health?
In all the health information available today, inflammation doesn’t get a lot of attention. Yet, surprisingly, it can be the underlying root cause of many health issues. As a result of today’s modern lifestyle, the body is often inundated with inflammatory triggers and often lacks the ability to stay on top of the onslaught. Taking
Recipe – Chicken and Pumpkin Curry
This is such a yummy family friendly curry to keep you warm and oh so satisfied. Serves 4 Prep time 15-20min Marinate for 4+ hours and cook for 2 hours What you will need: Home made Korma curry paste (so easy) 1 tbs cumin powder 1 tbs garam masala 2 tsp tumeric (ground) 2 tsp
Recipe – Cocoa and Buckwehat Slice
These are soooo delicious. I love sharing them with visitors or taking a container full to a friend’s house. I get asked for the recipe every time. Ingredients: o 1 cup buckwheat ‘buckinis’o 1 cup desiccated coconuto 2-4 heaped tbsp raw cacao (depends how dark or stimulating you want and like it)o 1/2 cup pepitas
Recipe – Warming mixed seed porridge. Hemp, chia, flax, coconut and vanilla.
A warming gluten free breakfast porridge loaded with chia, flax, hemp and coconut. This brekky is a great way to boost your fibre intake, support hormone health and it’s loaded with nutrition. Serves: 1 Ingredients 1 cup of almond milk or coconut milk 1 tsp of pure vanilla essence 1 tbsp. flax seeds of choice 1
Preconception care for optimising your fertility and a healthy baby
Have you heard of the term preconception care? This is naturopathic medicine at its best. Taking time out to assess and improve your health before conceiving can have some amazing benefits, not only on your fertility but also on the quality of the pregnancy experience and the health of your future baby. Growing evidence indicates
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