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Gout May Signal Raised Prostate Cancer Risk
Gout may signal raised prostate cancer risk By naturopath Margaret Jasinska New research has shown that patients with gout are 50% more likely to develop cancer, with prostate cancer being the most common type in men. According to Patricia Kachur, MD, of Ochsner Medical Center, Jefferson, Louisiana, “Although uric acid can function as a systemic antioxidant in low levels, studies have shown that increased levels of serum uric acid can contribute to inflammation that can lead to the development of cancer”. Gout is the most common inflammatory disease in most western nations, and is diagnosed by the presence [...]
Chicken, Leek And Garlic Soup
Chicken, leek and garlic soup Chicken soup has a natural ingredient which feeds, repairs and calms the mucous lining in the small intestine. This comforting chicken, leek and garlic soup will heal the nerves, improve digestion and reduce allergies. Serves: 4 Ingredients: 10 Serving size: 643 g Total calories: 469 Protein: 38.34 g Fat: 15.12 g Carbohydrates: 46.85 g Fibre: 6 g Ingredients 6 cups chicken bone stock 500 g chicken meat, sliced or shredded 1 leek, sliced 100 g shitake mushrooms, sliced 1 large garlic bulb, peeled and [...]
Did You Know Your Gut Bugs Affect Your Appetite?
Did you know your gut bugs affect your appetite? By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Having the right gut bugs can help to reduce your appetite and food cravings, making it easier to attain a healthy weight. Your body weight is influenced by countless different factors. Losing or gaining weight depends on far more than just the calories you consume and the exercise you do. This is well known by our patients who struggle with their weight because of thyroid problems, a liver condition, sleep problems or an adrenal gland condition. New research has shown that healthy gut bugs send [...]
9 Habits You Need To Break To Slow Down Ageing
9 habits you need to break to slow down ageing By Jessah Shaw, Adv Dip (Nut Med) While there are many things you are probably aware of that can accelerate the ageing process such as smoking and obesity, below are some of the many common habits that may secretly be ageing us every day. 1. Excessive worrying While it is common to experience some degree of stress between work, family, relationships and time constraints, we can all attempt to reduce our tendency to worry. Not only does [...]
What To Eat If You’ve Got Gout
What to eat if you’ve got gout By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Gout is a very painful type of arthritis that usually affects the lower extremities. In 90 percent of cases gout affects the big toe. It’s also common in the joints of the feet and ankles. Gout occurs when there is a build up of uric acid in the bloodstream, which then gets deposited in the joints and other tissues, including the kidneys. Everyone has some uric acid in their bloodstream; people with gout make too much of it or don’t excrete it well enough. A gout attack can [...]
Chicken Salad With Figs
Chicken salad with figs A dish to enjoy for lunch or dinner, this chicken salad with figs is a sensational combination of sweet and salty ingredients. Serves: 4 Ingredients: 8 Serving size: 213 g Total calories: 323 Protein: 44.18 g Fat: 8.74 g Carbohydrates: 16.13 g Fibre: 2.5 g Ingredients 2 large chicken breasts 1 cup rocket leaves 4 fresh figs, halved 2 prosciutto slices, torn 2 bocconcini balls, torn to small pieces 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil ½ tsp cinnamon 1 tbsp honey Salt and pepper to [...]
You Can Get Alcoholic Liver Damage Even If You Don’t Drink
You can get alcoholic liver damage even if you don’t drink By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is the build up of fat in the liver caused by factors other than alcohol. It affects at least a quarter of the adult population in developed nations, usually by the time they are 40. The disease is becoming increasingly prevalent in children though and we’ve seen it in eight year olds. What causes a fatty liver Several things can cause fatty liver. These are the most [...]
Glowing Skin Is A Side Effect Of Cleansing!
Glowing skin is a side effect of cleansing! By Louise Belle BHSc (Nut Med) Have you ever noticed how people that eat well and exercise have a certain glow to their skin? Have you recently done a detox program and noticed that your skin was brighter, smoother and less blotchy? It’s all to do with the toxic load! Everything you eat, drink, smell and touch is absorbed into your body. The air is polluted, food is covered with pesticides and full of additives, cleaning products and beauty products contain harmful chemicals and all of these toxins, chemicals, heavy [...]
How Often Should You Do A Cleanse?
How often should you do a cleanse? By Jessah Robinson, Adv Dip (Nut Med) Cleansing or detoxing essentially refers to the filtering and removal of toxic compounds from the body. Although our bodies detoxify naturally each and every day, in today’s modern world we are constantly exposed to toxins which can cause our bodies to become overloaded and unable to sufficiently detoxify. The environmental toxins we are exposed to include plastic residues, solvents, cleaning products, beauty products, engine fumes and air pollution. In addition, the typical Western diet is largely made up of processed foods and refined carbohydrates [...]
Roasted Parsnip Hummus
Roasted parsnip hummus If you're a fan of hummus but chickpeas don't agree with you or you feel like changing it up a little, this roasted parsnip hummus is a great alternative. Utilising the delicious sweet root vegetable parsnip, this dip is sure to be a hit at your dinner party. It would also serve as a great sauce on the side of roasted vegetables and meat. Makes: 550 g Ingredients: 9 Serving size: 30 g Total calories: 41 Protein: 0.38 g Fat: 2.34 g Carbohydrates: 5 g Fibre: 1.34 g [...]