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A Low FODMAP Diet May Help Inflammatory Bowel Disease
A low FODMAP diet may help inflammatory bowel disease By naturopath Margaret Jasinska A low FODMAP diet is often recommended to help with irritable bowel syndrome, but research shows it can help more serious bowel diseases such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are both autoimmune diseases. They occur when the immune system attacks part of the intestines. Ulcerative colitis affects the large intestine (colon), whereas Crohn’s disease may affect the small and large intestine. They are both very common diseases and the symptoms they produce can significantly reduce quality of life. They [...]
Coconut Caramel Bites
Coconut caramel bites These coconut caramel bites are great for a bite-size snack for you or your kids and they are naturally sweet and tasty. They are low allergen, gluten free, nut free, egg free, sugar free, dairy free and super easy! Makes: 12 balls Ingredients: 5 Serving size: 1 ball (27 g) Total calories: 123 Protein: 1.1 g Fat: 7.9 g Carbohydrates: 12.9 g Fibre: 0.6 g Ingredients 2 cups dried coconut 1 tbsp coconut flour 12 fresh dates, pits removed 4 tsp natural vanilla extract ½ tsp [...]
Nutrients Needed For Liver Detoxification
Nutrients needed for liver detoxification By Louise Belle – BHSc (Nut Med) The liver is an amazing organ that works 24/7 filtering toxins from our bloodstream and breaking them down so they can be eliminated from the body. Heavy metals, pesticides and pollution are examples of things that the liver filters. There are two primary detox pathways of the liver. Phase 1 breaks down the toxins into metabolites (small particles) and phase 2 is responsible for converting them into water-soluble compounds so that they can be eliminated via urine, bowel motions and sweat. There are specific nutrients [...]
Male Baldness Linked To Prostate Cancer
Male baldness linked to prostate cancer By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Research has shown that men who lose scalp hair early in life are at greater risk of developing prostate cancer later in life. According to a French study published in the Annuals of Oncology, men in their 60s with prostate cancer were twice as likely to experience male pattern baldness (androgenic alopecia) beginning in their 20s than men without cancer. The men were more likely to develop prostate cancer, but it wasn’t necessarily a more aggressive type of tumour. Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in [...]
Poor Sleep Increases Junk Food Cravings
Poor sleep increases junk food cravings By naturopath Margaret Jasinska The good news is exercise can help curb junk food cravings caused by sleep deprivation. It has been known for a long time that not getting enough sleep makes people feel hungrier. In particular it causes them to crave junk food. There is good research to support the mechanisms. If you do not get enough sleep, or you have poor quality, broken sleep, your blood level of various hunger hormones increases. You are also more likely to become insulin resistant. Insulin resistance is also known as syndrome X, prediabetes and metabolic [...]
Red Kohlrabi Salad
Red kohlrabi salad This red kohlrabi salad is incredibly crisp and refreshing. Not only does it taste delicious but it is really great for promoting healthy digestion and detoxification. Serves: 3 Ingredients: 8 Serving size: 220 g Total calories: 149 Protein: 3 g Fat: 9.4 g Carbohydrates: 15.6 g Fibre: 6 g Ingredients 2 medium kohlrabi, peeled and grated 1 cup grated raw beetroot 1 red capsicum, sliced thinly ¼ cup chopped fresh coriander 1 carrot, cut julienne Dressing 1 tsp grated ginger 2 tbsp flaxseed or olive oil [...]
The Best Immune-Boosting Ingredients To Add In Your Juices
The best immune-boosting ingredients to add in your juices By Louise Belle BHSc (Nut Med) In the colder months we are more susceptible to getting sick. Generally, people eat less fresh produce and more ‘comfort’ food in winter, are less likely to exercise and lack vitamin D from the sun. Drinking raw juices can support your immune system in warding off bacteria and viruses and can support your body to get better once you’re already sick. Here are the best ingredients to use in your immune juices. TIP: You can mix your Cleanse or Maintenance powders into your [...]
Keep Your Lymphatic System Healthy
Keep your lymphatic system healthy By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Did you know your lymphatic system plays a major role in keeping your body healthy? Its main functions are detoxification and protecting you against infections. Understanding the workings of your lymphatic system can offer you insights into keeping your body healthy. The lymphatic system consists of the following: lymph, lymphocytes, lymph vessels, lymph nodes, tonsils, the thymus gland, Peyer’s patches of the intestines, and the spleen. Fluids move out of our blood capillaries, into tissue spaces, and then enter lymph capillaries. The fluid that enters these capillaries is called [...]
Could Forest Bathing Help You With Your High Blood Pressure?
Could forest bathing help you with your high blood pressure? By Louise Belle BHSC (Nut Med) Forest bathing has been practiced in Japan for the last 30-40 years but is starting to gain popularity amongst western cultures. You may have seen it pop up in your Instagram feed with a wellness advocate boasting about the healing properties. Whilst these types of posts could lead us to believe that forest bathing is just the next wellness fad, there is research to back it up. So, what is forest bathing [...]
Tuna Or Salmon Salad
Tuna or salmon salad This tuna/salmon salad is super easy to put together and also extremely healthy. The perfect lunch to take to work with minimal effort. Serves: 2 Ingredients: 9 Serving size: 609 g Total calories: 329 Protein: 32 g Fat: 17 g Carbohydrates: 17 g Fibre: 5 g Ingredients 250 g tuna or red salmon in brine 1 handful black olives, pitted 8 large lettuce leaves, washed and torn up 2 spring onions, finely sliced 2 eggs, hard boiled and halved 3 tomatoes, ripe and diced Dressing [...]