As the seasons change so do the fruits and vegetables that are available. Adapting your diet and eating seasonally has lots of health benefits: Supporting your immune health Winter foods provide an increased amount of immune boosting vitamins such as Vitamin C and Vitamin A which naturally help our bodies to fight off colds, flu […]
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Easter chocolate cake / cupcake recipe
Easter chocolate cake / cupcake recipe Ingredients – Cake 100g sugar free, dairy free chocolate (or try our homemade chocolate recipe here!) 1 cup almond meal 1 cup banana flour (you can just use 2 cups almond flour if you don’t have or like banana flour) 1 cup milk (we use Coco Quench) 100g coconut […]
Healthy homemade chocolate recipe
Healthy homemade chocolate recipe Makes 300g chocolate, or more depending on additions. Ingredients 300g raw cacao butter, chopped or purchased as buttons 40-80g raw cacao powder 30-70g sweetener (honey, maple syrup, rice malt syrup, coconut nectar) 1-2 tsp vanilla bean powder or natural vanilla extract 4-6 pinches of ground sea or Himalayan salt Optional extras […]
How to do Easter the healthy way
Whether Easter is a religious celebration or an excuse to eat chocolate for you, there is no need to let the Easter festivities get you off track from your health goals. In our home, the focus is soundly on spending quality time with family and enjoying yummy food. Each year I create an Easter scavenger […]
10 reasons lemon in water should be your New Year’s resolution
Lemon in water has been a ritual of mine for over 10 years and I swear by it. Lemon can be drunk in diluted water of any temperature, although I prefer lukewarm in the morning to avoid putting any strain on my digestive system and it feels soothing like a tea. Try drinking lemon in […]
The Skinny On Avoiding Weight Over Christmas (Bonus Recipes!)
As November winds to an end and December begins with its Christmas Parties, celebrations and invitations its often the time that my clients begin asking me how they can avoid putting on weight over Christmas. So this year I’ve decided to share my six top tips on how to stay slim through Christmas and New […]
How to reduce your risk of developing diabetes
What is diabetes? Diabetes is a disorder of metabolism. How we process carbohydrates, lipids and protein is inextricably linked to our blood glucose control, manufacture and energy production. After digestion, glucose passes into the bloodstream, where it is used by cells for growth and energy. For glucose entry into cells, we require insulin. Diabetes can […]
Hot Chocolate Raw Cacao
Raw cacao (chocolate in it’s unprocessed form) is full of nutritional benefits. It is packed with minerals, especially magnesium, which is essential for many body processes from muscle relaxation to energy production and detox. Cacao is the raw extract of the cacao bean, which is then heated to high temperatures to make cocoa. This process […]
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! […]
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 […]
Delicious & Nutritious Soup
Cauliflower & Cashew Soup A delicious and nutritious soup to add antioxidants, anti-inflammatory ingredients, fiber and good fats into your diet and make your body strong enough to fight against inflammation caused by stress, cold/flu common in winter and support your digestion too. Recipe (Serves 6): 2 small cauliflowers chunks or 1 large chunk 2 […]
Winter Soup for the Immune System
Immune Soup 3-4 brown onions sliced 1 whole garlic bulb crushed 1 litre of chicken or vegetable stock 5-7cm ginger grated Chilli to taste (the more the better) Directions Simmer for low heat for 30-60 minutes, add more stock if needed and sip slowly. For an extra immune boost or to soothe a cough add […]
Roasted Cauliflower Soup – Perfect For Your Gut Health
Ingredients: 1 red onion quartered 4 garlic cloves ½ head large cauliflower (cut into florets) 2 fennel bulbs chopped and cored 500 gms stock of choice 3 tbs hummus 1 tsp tumeric and pinch cinnamon and black pepper 1 tsp sage leaves pinch fennel seeds 2 tbs tamari 2 tbs lemon 1 knob ginger (peeled) […]
Broccoli Crispbreads
Want a simple and healthy alternative to bread? Something to put your smashed avocado on, or dip into your winter soup? Look no further than this delicious flatbread, made from wholesome ingredient and just the ticket for this chilly weather. Perfect if you’re gluten intolerant as these are gluten and dairy free, and made with […]
Chia Pudding
Chia contain a very high concentration of ‘Omega 3’ fatty acid and they’re high in protein and dietary fibre! Ingredients 1 cup of coconut milk (or any dairy free milk of your choice) 1/4 cup of chia seeds 1 teaspoon of cinnamon 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup (optional) 1 tablespoon of Collagen Hydrolysate […]
Chicken and Leek Stew
This recipe is simple and quick to prepare. About 10 minutes prep and 15-20 minutes to cook. Ingredients 2 Tbsps. olive oil 2 medium leeks, white and tender green parts only, thinly sliced (2 large onions can replace leeks) 250g mushrooms, larger button type work well 450g chicken tenderloins chopped into small chunks All-purpose flour, […]
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 […]
Chocolate Chai Dandelion Latte
This coffee or tea substitute is a perfect nourishing winter warmer. It’s delicious and chock full of nutrients to support your body during the cold and flu season. Dandelion has wonderful liver supporting properties that will aid detoxification and boost functioning of the liver, kidneys, digestive system and skin. It is also an anti-inflammatory and […]
