Is your current diet putting more fuel on the fire in your body? Did you know that certain foods enhance the permeability of the gut lining? These foods vary from person to person. Gluten, added sugar, GMOs, refined oils, synthetic food additives, and conventional dairy products are some of the key offenders Have you heard […]
Tag: nutrition
Bone Broth
Bone broth has a variety of nutrients that act to soothe and repair the lining of the small intestine along with many more healthy benefits. You can think of it as nature’s multivitamin, its packed with: Over 19 easy-to-absorb, essential and non-essential amino acids (the building blocks of proteins) eg glutamine which helps repair the […]
Leaky Gut
I gave a talk on GUT Health at Coco Wealth of Health last week and it was so nice to have a enthusiastic audience. As a follow on, I thought I’d do a few blog entries on ‘leaky gut’. If you are saying ‘Leaking WHAT’, then you are in the right place and keep reading […]
Emotions, Digestion and Health
Have you ever felt butterflies in your stomach when you feel anxious about someone or a situation? Have you ever felt you wanted to eat anything or nothing at all when you are feeling down? Have you ever felt upset after eating something that made you felt sick? Those are simple examples of how our […]
Indoor Plants For Air Pollution
Indoor air quality has become a major concern in recent years as more research has surfaced revealing its potential to cause harm to our bodies. Toxic chemicals are released into the air of our homes daily when we cook and clean. Smoking and furnishings and even putting on a coat of nail polish are all […]
What Is ‘Reactivity? And Is It A Life Sentence?
Reactivity means, simply, that your body reacts to many things. This can be anything – foods, chemicals in the environment, criticism, emotions, pain. If you’re a reactive person, you feel everything strongly. Your system over-reacts to everything. (Feeling things strongly is not necessarily a bad thing, but reacting to everyday things can be really difficult.) […]
When night light is not such a bright idea
Light, when managed well, is effective in boosting performance, increasing energy and supporting healthy sleep patterns. However just as much as our body needs light to activate our ‘get-up-and-go’ cellular functions, we need to balance this out with darkness to stimulate our rest, digest and healing processes at night. The regulation of our sleeping patterns […]
Your guide to better sleep
Do you sleep well? If you don’t, you are not alone. Sleep problems are common and may have a negative impact on overall health. So if you aren’t getting the recommended 7-9 hours per night, you may be undoing the good results achieved through eating well or exercising. The importance of sleep is always addressed […]
How To Improve Your Digestion
How to improve your digestion- some simple ways to increase stomach acid and enzymes Ingest Apple Cider Vinegar or Lemon Start to balance the pH in your stomach with apple cider vinegar or lemon juice right before your meals. One tablespoon of ACV or lemon juice in a small amount of warm water. Apple cider vinegar is […]
Cauliflower And Leek Soup
A gluten/dairy free soup, perfect for cold days and easy to prepare. Ingredients: I head of cauliflower 1 large or 2 small leeks sliced 2 cloves of garlic 2 TBS of extra virgin olive oil Pinch of Himalayan salt and black pepper 1 litre of home-made or organic vegetable stock (e.g. Massel) Method: Slice cauliflower […]
How to survive menopause – a nutritional perspective
Menopause is literally a challenging life changer. While you are going through hormonal changes your life, your body and your emotions are drastically affected. It can be overwhelming and confusing. Menopause takes more than just sitting it out while feeling terrible about it. It means adjusting your life towards these changes. Easier said than done! […]
Managing PCOS naturally
Polycystic ovarian syndrome or PCOS is becoming more and more common with 1 in 7 women of reproductive age diagnosed with the condition. It can be a scary diagnosis with the increased risk of infertility, increased susceptibility for weight gain, increased risk of anxiety and depression as well as a higher risk of developing diabetes. […]
7 ways to happier hormones
Your hormones are responsible for how you think, feel and look. A woman with balanced hormones is sharp and upbeat, has a good memory, feels energetic (without caffeine), falls asleep quickly and wakes feeling refreshed. Your period is not just your period, it’s an indication of your underlying health. When you’re healthy, your menstrual cycle […]
Fasting for women’s health – what is it, and how to do it
Fasting has become a very hot topic of late, and it’s something I get asked about all the time! I find there is a huge appeal because unlike many diets that tell you what to eat, intermittent fasting focuses on when to eat by incorporating short-term fasts into your routine. Many well-known fitness and wellness role models are using fasting in […]
Chicken and Vegetable Stir Fry (Serves 4) – Nutritious /Gluten Free
Ingredients 2 tablespoon coconut oil 3 Chicken breast fillets trimmed and cut into strips 1 brown onion sliced or chopped 1 red capsicum deseeded sliced into thin strips 2 carrots sliced thinly 1/2 cup green beans sliced 250 mushrooms (button or caps) sliced 1 cup chopped broccoli 2cm piece of ginger peeled and grated or […]
Anti-ageing and the role of good nutrition
Have you ever looked at someone and thought they were 50 years old, only to find out they were 40…or thought someone was 40 and found out they were 60? Did you know that what you eat plays a major part in how we age? You only have to look at the people in Okinawa, […]
Immune Boosting Chicken Soup
Winter is all about nourishing your body and boosting your immune system to combat these colder months. Try this immune boosting soup once a week to keep colds and flus at bay. If you start to feel a little under the weather it’s time to cook this magical soup up and nourish your body and […]
We are not what we eat, but what we digest. How is your digestion?
Most people don’t like to talk about it, but having a gastrointestinal problem is common. If you experience any of the following frequently you may have a digestive issues: Bloating Burping Reflux Flatulence Cramping Constipation Diarrhoea Nausea Vomiting Changes in appetite Excessive thirst The first step is to record what you eat and your symptoms […]
What Foods can Boost my Fertility?
Diet is just one of many aspects that need to be addressed when planning a healthy conception. In terms of foods to boost fertility, every woman is going to be different with their nutritional requirements. However, I work closely with acupuncturists (in particular Maggie Godin who is a fertility expert) and the traditional chinese medicine […]
