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Detoxification: Staying Clean In A Toxic World
Detoxification: Staying clean in a toxic world There is no doubt that our world is becoming more and more toxic. Our bodies are continually being burdened by chemicals and hormones from the outside world (exogenous), as well as toxic breakdown products of our own metabolism (endogenous). The majority of the chemicals we are exposed to in the air we breathe, food we eat or lotions we apply have never been tested for safety. If we are not able to effectively break down these toxic compounds, they can accumulate in our tissues, leading to dysfunction and damage to cells [...]
Can Houseplants Improve Your Health?
Can houseplants improve your health? By Louise Belle BHSc (Nut Med) After going ‘out of fashion’ for the last couple of decades, houseplants have made a comeback and are all the rage these days. Some rare houseplants, such as the variegated monstera are selling for $300+ for a cutting!! Houseplant enthusiasts dedicate their spare time to tending to their plants and adding new additions to their house plant family. Houseplants boast many health benefits that stretch far beyond the visual appeal so even if you’re not particularly enthused by adding some greenery to your home, you should definitely [...]
Are Your Eyes Dry And Irritated?
Are your eyes dry and irritated? By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Having dry, uncomfortable eyes is common and can become stressful. It can make life difficult and frustrating, particularly for those who look at a computer screen for most of their day. If you wear contact lenses it’s even worse. Dry eyes is particularly common in postmenopausal women. The condition can be due to excess inflammation in the eyes affecting the tear ducts, cornea and the mucous membranes inside the eyelids. It can also be due to inadequate eye secretions due to blocked eyelid glands or damaged tear ducts. [...]
Healthy Chocolate Cake
Healthy chocolate cake This is a healthy lower carbohydrate cake and gluten free! It will not rise like a normal cake and is lower in height than your average cake but still yummy for a healthier version. Prep: 20 mins | Cook time: 35 mins | Icing: 10 mins TOTAL TIME: 1 hr 5 mins Serves: 8 Ingredients: 10 Serving size: 100 g Total calories: 277 Protein: 3.1 g Fat: 21.9 g Carbohydrates: 20.7 g Fibre: 2.6 g Ingredients Cake Ingredients ¼ cup + 2 tbsp of coconut [...]
7 Night Time Rituals For A Better, More Restful Sleep
7 night time rituals for a better, more restful sleep By Louise Belle BHSc Nut MEd Having a broken, non-restful sleep can leave you feeling unrefreshed in the morning and dragging the chain throughout the day. Sleep issues are prevalent with a large percentage of the population having trouble either falling asleep or staying asleep. Poor sleep quality obviously leads to low levels of energy and difficulty concentrating, but it can also lead to greater health problems such as weight gain, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and lowered immunity. The average person needs between 7-9 hours of [...]
Common Causes Of Fatigue
Common causes of fatigue By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Feeling tired occasionally is unpleasant. Feeling tired all the time is awful, but it’s a sad reality for a lot of people. Most of us have busy lives, with many demands and potential sources of stress. As the year comes to an end, accumulated stress can really wear you down and drain you of energy. Long term fatigue is one of the most common reasons people seek medical help. The problem is, fatigue is a symptom of so many different health problems. Therefore getting to the bottom of the cause [...]
Garlic Herb Root Vegetable Fries
Garlic herb root vegetable fries For a pleasingly offbeat side dish or snack, try this healthy and delicious variation of that old favourite, french fries. Serves: 4 Ingredients: 5 Serving size: 250 g Total calories: 270 Protein: 3.9 g Fat: 10.6 g Carbohydrates: 42.1 g Fibre: 8.2 g Ingredients 1kg assorted root vegetables (such as potatoes, sweet potatoes, parsnips, carrots, and celery root) 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon sea salt 2 tablespoons finely minced garlic 1 tablespoon each dried sage, oregano, rosemary, and thyme MethodPreheat the oven [...]
Top 10 Foods For Healthy, Radiant Hair
Top 10 foods for healthy, radiant hair By Nutrition Consultant, Jess Robinson Do you have weak, brittle or dull looking hair? Believe it or not, our diet can hugely affect the appearance and quality of our hair. Reducing your intake of fried foods and processed foods and eating more healthier foods is an excellent first step to improving those locks. Our hair requires specific nutrients to avoid breakage and grow long and strong. Here are some foods to add to your diet to incite healthy and shiny hair: [...]
Boost Your Metabolism With These 10 Foods
Boost your metabolism with these 10 foods By Louise Belle BHSc (Nut Med) Boosting your metabolism through food is one of the easiest ways to burn fat. Imagine being able to burn extra calories whilst sitting at your desk! When your metabolism is slow and sluggish, it will burn less calories and store more fat than desired. A fast and efficient metabolism on the other hand will optimise fat burning and assist with weight loss. Here are some metabolism-boosting foods that you can add into your diet: [...]
3 Ingredient Healthy Frozen Yoghurt
3 ingredient healthy frozen yoghurt Skip the sundae and satisfy your sweet tooth with this 3 ingredient healthy frozen yoghurt instead. The best thing is you can swap the fruit to make different flavours such as peach and mango or add in some herbs such as mint or basil for a refreshing and healthy dessert option. Serves: 2 Ingredients: 3 Serving size: 198 g Total calories: 109 Protein: 4.7 g Fat: 4.2 g Carbohydrates: 14.2 g Fibre: 1.4 g Ingredients 1 cup of frozen berries 1 cup unsweetened Greek [...]