An induction massage is a specialised massage given to pregnant women in the final week of pregnancy to support and encourage the body in preparation for labour.  Induction massage targets three areas in order to encourage natural induction of labour.  The first is utilising the ancient wisdom of Chinese medicine and the activation of acupressure

Recent studies have shown that there is a significant difference in the way that maleand female physiologies experience stress. Differences in lifestyle, responsibilities andgender specific considerations indicate that women are more likely to register theeffects of stress. As mothers, homemakers and working professionals, women have aunique set of challenges to face which lead to different

At Louisa Carter Health, we always recommend that our pregnant clients visit a trainedpregnancy massage therapist during their pregnancy to ensure that both body and mindare able to cope with the changes that inevitably come with bearing a child. However,the key to starting the journey with your new baby is to ensure that your body

Over the years, of the fields which has seen a resurgence is holistic pregnancy care.Prenatal massage programs are designed to help boost health and wellbeing formothers who are expecting, while keeping their needs in mind. At Louisa Carter Health,we recommend a pregnancy massage to all expecting mothers to help with a widerange of health issues.

Ingredients: ·      1 tbsp. coconut oil (or oil of choice) ·      1 kg chicken thighs ·      1 brown onion, chopped ·      3 garlic cloves, finely chopped ·      2 carrots, halved lengthways and cut into discs ·      2 potatoes, peeled and diced. ·      1 cup frozen peas ·      2 Roma tomatoes, diced ·      2 tablespoons flour

Vitamin C  – How to dose to match your bodies needs.   As Naturopath it is common practice to dose vitamin C until bowel tolerance, a nicer way to describe it is the Vitamin C flush. This involves taking as much Vitamin C as your gut can tolerate in order to saturate your cells. Once

GUT BUILDERS Food that supports and encourages a healthy and diverse gut population Prebiotics encourage fermentation to happen inside your gut and can have a greater impact on the gut microbiome than probiotics. Super important!! o   Vegetables: cruciferous veg, Jerusalem artichokes, radish, onions, shallots, beets, leek and garlic, leaky greens like dandelion greens, burdock and

LCH SHEPHERD’S PIE 6-8 servings  1.5hours   Ingredients: 500 grams Extra Lean Minced Chicken, Lamb or Beef 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2 Yellow Onion (chopped) 3 Carrot (diced) 3 Garlic (cloves, minced) 1 cup Mushrooms (sliced) 1 tsp Dried Thyme 2 tbsps Almond Flour 1/2 cup Organic Vegetable Broth 1/2 tsp Sea Salt

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.

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 – 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 – 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