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Anxiety May Be Coming From Your Gut
Anxiety may be coming from your gut By naturopath Margaret Jasinska The state of your gut health has an enormous bearing on your mental and emotional wellbeing. The types of bugs that live in your gut, as well as their quantity and location can play a large role in how calm or anxious you feel. Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) is a common gut disorder. Recent research shows SIBO can interfere with mental health, raising the risk of anxiety. Fixing the gut can lead to a calmer mood. [...]
Homemade Sauerkraut
Homemade sauerkraut When life gives you cabbage, you make sauerkraut! Homemade sauerkraut is worlds apart from the stuff you buy at the supermarket. When stored in the fridge, this 4-ingredient recipe should last several months. Ingredients: 4 Total calories: 256 Protein: 13.14 g Fat: 1.31 g Carbohydrates: 59.16 g Fibre: 25.4 g Ingredients 1 large cabbage (approx. 1 kg) 1 tbsp Himalayan salt 1 tsp dried dill seeds 4 black peppercorns Method Wash the cabbage and remove the outer leaves. Save one of the washed outer leaves. [...]
The Best And Worst Foods For Inflammation
The best and worst foods for inflammation By Nutrition Consultant Jessica Robinson Simply put, inflammation refers to your body’s physiological response from the immune system to facilitate healing of an injury or any sort of attack upon your tissues. Physically, inflammation is felt as swelling, redness, heat and pain. Inflammation can be caused by an excess amount of free radicals or oxidation in our cells, and becomes more common as we get older and our immune system becomes more susceptible to inflammation. Chronic inflammation or unresolved inflammation is the real concern that can cause tissue destruction, leading to [...]
Natural Help For Psoriasis
Natural help for psoriasis By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Psoriasis is a common, chronic skin condition. It is an autoimmune disease that causes skin cells to build up too rapidly. This results in redness, scaling, itching, dry skin, and sometimes pain. The patches of inflamed skin are called psoriasis lesions. Any part of your skin can be affected by psoriasis, but it’s most common on the scalp, knees, and elbows. Many people don’t realise psoriasis is actually an autoimmune disease. When I ask my patients if they have a family history of autoimmune disease they often say no. If [...]
Inflammation Can Make You Angry
Inflammation can make you angry By naturopath Margaret Jasinska A recent study has shown that in some people, violent behaviour and anger may be related to high levels of inflammation in their bodies. Researchers measured levels of inflammatory chemicals in the blood of 70 people who had been diagnosed with intermittent explosive disorder (IED). This is a condition that involves repeated episodes of impulsive aggression and temper tantrums. It is seen in people who carry out domestic violence, road rage, or people who throw objects or break them while in a fit of rage. The researchers compared those [...]
Tomato And Onion Bake
Tomato and onion bake If you're a fan of the juicy flavour of roasted tomatoes, this easy tomato and onion bake side dish is for you. Serves: 6 Ingredients: 7 Serving size: 214 g Total calories: 113 Protein: 5.41 g Fat: 5.65 g Carbohydrates: 11.52 g Fibre: 2.5 g Ingredients 2 large onions, cut into very thin rings 820 g tomatoes, canned or fresh, chopped 1 tbsp basil, fresh chopped 1 tsp mixed dried herbs 3 garlic cloves, crushed 1 cup of Greek feta, cut into small cubes Salt [...]
Natural Remedies For Tired, Aching And Puffy Legs
Natural remedies for tired, aching and puffy legs By Louise Belle BHSc (Nut Med) If you spend a good majority of the day on your feet - running around after your children, working in hospitality, labouring or avidly exercising, you’re likely to experience aches and pains in your legs from time to time. If this is a regular occurrence for you, it can not only be uncomfortable but can interfere with your day to day life and even interrupt your sleep. You may have even developed varicose veins which are twice as common in women than men and [...]
The Importance Of Protecting Your Liver If You’re A Diabetic
The importance of protecting your liver if you’re a diabetic By naturopath Margaret Jasinska What does the liver have to do with diabetes? A great deal. Having an unhealthy liver can predispose you to developing type 2 diabetes. If you already have diabetes, this can take a significant toll on your liver. When thinking about diabetes, most people are concerned about their kidneys. This is a valid concern, but please also pay attention to your liver. Did you know that diabetics are 50% more likely to develop liver disease? Particularly fatty liver disease. Most people and most doctors [...]
Is Alcohol Affecting Your Weight Loss Efforts?
Is alcohol affecting your weight loss efforts? By naturopath Margaret Jasinska If you follow a healthy diet, exercise regularly, yet still find it hard to lose weight, alcohol may be a culprit. We all know that drinking too much alcohol can make it very difficult to lose weight because most types of alcohol are high in calories and sugar. Your liver considers detoxing alcohol to be a priority, thus its fat burning abilities become compromised. The other problem is that alcohol can act as a gateway to eating unhealthy, high carbohydrate foods that you didn’t intend to eat. [...]
Vegan Stuffed Pumpkin
Vegan stuffed pumpkin This stuffed pumpkin recipe is the perfect main for vegan and vegetarian diets. Ideal for a party with friends as well, as it will surely be a talking point at the dinner table. Serves: 4 Ingredients: 10 Serving size: 450g Total calories: 394 Protein: 13.44g Fat: 14.96g Carbohydrates: 56.03g Fibre: 11.9g Ingredients 1 medium-sized pumpkin 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1 medium onion, diced 1 cup brown rice, cooked 1 can black beans 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp coriander, ground 1 tsp cumin, ground [...]