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Greens With Almonds And Zesty Lemon Dressing
Greens with almonds and zesty lemon dressing Are you tired of the same old veggie side dishes? Then try this easy and tasty greens with almonds and zesty lemon dressing recipe. It will be a new favourite side dish recipe for everything. Serves: 4 Ingredients: 8 Serving size: 503 g Total calories: 223 Protein: 15.28 g Fat: 8.33 g Carbohydrates: 30.71 g Fibre: 13.1 g Ingredients 2 bunches broccolini 2 bunches asparagus 150 g sugar snap peas 1 handful baby spinach ¼ cup almonds Dressing 2 tsp olive oil, [...]
Some Medication Raises The Risk Of Coeliac Disease
Some medication raises the risk of coeliac disease By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Proton pump inhibitors are some of the most commonly prescribed drugs. They block the ability of your stomach to make acid. Common examples include Nexium, Losec, Prevacid, Somac, Zoton, and Pariet. Research has shown that taking these drugs can raise your chances of developing coeliac disease. Coeliac disease is an autoimmune condition whereby ingestion of gluten triggers inflammation and destruction of the small intestine. A strict gluten-free diet is the only cure. The incidence of coeliac disease has been steadily climbing over the past decades; according [...]
Are Your Hormones Giving You A Muffin Top?
Are your hormones giving you a muffin top? Carrying excess fat around your torso is very bad for your health, particularly as you get older. Excess fat in this region is dangerous because there are a lot of important organs in the area. Fat doesn’t just sit under your skin; it also creeps into your abdominal organs, particularly your liver, pancreas, and even around your heart. People who carry fat here usually have syndrome X. Losing weight from this part of the body can be extremely difficult because sometimes hormones can be responsible for the excess fat. An [...]
Magnesium Is Necessary For Vitamin D Function
Magnesium is necessary for vitamin D function By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Are you low in vitamin D despite taking a supplement? It could be because your body is lacking magnesium. Sunshine and vitamin D supplements can help raise your level of this critical nutrient. Despite this, many of our patients continue to experience vitamin D deficiency. Blood tests show a low level despite supplementation and regular sunshine. Did you know that magnesium deficiency could be to blame? If you are magnesium deficient, you cannot utilise the vitamin D in your body. It remains trapped in storage, and unavailable [...]
Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats
Apple cinnamon overnight oats By Louise Belle BHSc (Nut Med) This apple cinnamon overnight oats recipe is high calorie, high fat and high protein making it perfect for a post-work out meal or to fuel you through a busy morning. Oats are very satiating and are rich in B vitamins – these are required for neurotransmitter synthesis which are needed to stabilise mood and aid concentration. Serves: 1 Ingredients: 8 Serving size: 317 g Total calories: 608 Protein: 21.5 g Fat: 50 g Carbohydrates: 44.3 g Fibre: 17 g [...]
What Causes Gallbladder Problems?
What causes gallbladder problems? By naturopath Margaret Jasinska If you have a problem with your gallbladder, do you know what caused it? Often people think their health conditions are genetic, but really there is almost always a more accurate explanation. If you have overindulged in unhealthy food and gained weight, that increases the risk of gallbladder problems, but it’s not the full explanation. Many overweight people have a perfectly healthy gallbladder, and most people who eat junk food don’t end up with gallbladder issues. Gut bug problems and liver problems are usually the reasons people develop gallbladder disease. [...]
High Sugar Diets Affect Men And Women Differently
High sugar diets affect men and women differently By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Did you know that Australian men are far more likely to be overweight and diabetic than women? This is according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. It appears that a high sugar intake may be more harmful for men’s health than women’s. Currently approximately 70 percent of Australian men are overweight or obese, versus 59 percent of women. By the time they reach age 55, men are far more likely to have type 2 diabetes than women. This is probably because central obesity is a big [...]
Statins Stimulate Atherosclerosis And Heart Failure
Statins stimulate atherosclerosis and heart failure By naturopath Margaret Jasinska A large study has just shown that cholesterol lowering drugs actually cause heart disease. Statins have been a controversial topic for a long time. In recent years research is showing that their benefits have been very over stated while their side effects are becoming more apparent. A new groundbreaking study led by Dr Okuyama and his team has shown that statins actually promote hardened, calcified arteries (atherosclerosis) as well as heart failure. They do this in a number of ways: Statins act as mitochondrial toxins by depleting the body [...]
Tangy And Spicy Apple Bake
Tangy and spicy apple bake Want to get your whole house smelling like an amazing homemade apple pie, without fussing over pie dough? Then try out this tangy and spicy apple bake recipe. This dish can be prepared a few hours ahead, warm before serving. Serves: 4 Ingredients: 8 Serving size: 153 g Total calories: 151 Protein: 1.37 g Fat: 0.41 g Carbohydrates: 39.9 g Fibre: 3.5 g Ingredients 2 large apples, peeled and cored 3 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp lemon rind, grated 1 tbsp Nature Sweet Natural [...]
Are You Fat On The Inside?
Are you fat on the inside? By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Being overweight is bad for our health, we all know that. Being overweight increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, heart attacks, strokes, cancer and arthritis. You may not be aware that the location you store excess body fat is the main determining factor in whether you will develop one of these conditions. Excess fat stored on your thighs, buttocks and triceps may not be pleasing to your eyes, but it does not impact your health a great deal. Fat stored on your abdomen, waist, chest and neck [...]