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Are Grains Making Your Body Inflamed?
Are grains making your body inflamed? By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Inflammation is a hot topic these days, and so many people are going on gluten free diets. Are there any benefits to avoiding gluten if you don’t have coeliac disease? I say yes. Wheat and other grains can increase inflammation in your body by adversely affecting your digestive tract. Research published in the journal Nutrients concluded with the following statement: “In the present review, we describe how the daily consumption of wheat products and other related cereal grains could contribute to the manifestation of chronic inflammation and autoimmune diseases. Both [...]
Roast Vegetables With Tahini Dressing
Roast vegetables with tahini dressing These roast vegetables with tahini dressing make a wonderful side dish to your favourite protein. You can use any vegetables you have at home – the more variety the better! The tahini dressing is a delicious boost of flavour that is high in calcium and has the addition of kelp which is a fantastic source of iodine. Serves: 6 Ingredients: 18 Serving size: 250 g Total calories: 282 Carbohydrates: 30.68 g Fat: 16.56 g Protein: 6.18 g Fibre: 6.5 g Ingredients Vegetables 1 cup [...]
Paracetamol Risk In Pregnancy
Paracetamol risk in pregnancy By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Paracetamol is one of the most commonly used pain medications, and it is considered safe in pregnancy. However, experiments done on animals have shown its use may negatively affect neurodevelopment and cognitive function in offspring. It can also disrupt the brain-derived neurotropic factor (BDNF). Human research has shown an increased risk of movement disorders and ADHD-type behaviour in children whose mothers took the drug while pregnant. A study published in 2016 in the journal JAMA Pediatrics looked at 7796 mothers and their use of paracetamol while pregnant. The findings revealed [...]
Iced Matcha Latte
Iced matcha latte If you’re after a refreshing, energy-boosting beverage in the morning, this iced matcha latte is just what you need. The beverage is filled with antioxidants to support liver health, brain health and immune health. You can swap the almond milk for any milk of choice. Serves: 1 Ingredients: 7 Serving size: 1 glass Total calories: 207 Carbohydrates: 17.56 g Fat: 3 g Protein: 12.57 g Ingredients 1 tsp. matcha green tea powder 1 scoop Ultimate Superfood powder 1 cup unsweetened almond milk ½ tsp vanilla bean [...]
Which Diet Is Best For Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)?
Which diet is best for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)? By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine problem in women. Around one in every six women probably has the tendency to polycystic ovaries. The condition has a strong genetic component. The metabolic state that is present with PCOS usually makes it extremely difficult to lose weight. Therefore most women with PCOS are overweight, particularly around their torso and upper body. They typically find weight loss extremely difficult and frustrating. The term Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is derived from the presence of small fluid filled [...]
Lemon Juice Helps Repair The Liver
Lemon juice helps repair the liver By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Does drinking lemon juice in water each morning offer health benefits? This topic is a common source of debate. Dietitians will probably tell you there are no health benefits and this is merely a fad. I disagree and there’s research to prove it. Fresh lemon juice can help protect your liver from alcohol induced damage. A Chinese study was conducted on mice and the results were published in the journal Biomed Research International. The study used 30 male mice and results showed lemon juice “exerted hepatoprotective effects on [...]
Mango Passionfruit Smoothie
Mango passionfruit smoothie This mango passionfruit smoothie is the perfect afternoon snack on a warm spring day. Mangoes are rich in the antioxidant beta-carotene which helps to support healthy immune function and eyesight. This smoothie is high in fibre to promote healthy and regular bowel motions. Serves: 2 Ingredients: 7 Serving size: 1 glass Total calories: 246 Carbohydrates: 35.1 g Fat: 4 g Protein: 20.2 g Ingredients Flesh of 1 mango Pulp of 2 passionfruit Juice of 1 lime 2 scoops Synd-X powder 2 cups water 2 handfuls of [...]
How To Break Out Of A Weight Loss Plateau
How to break out of a weight loss plateau By Jessah Robinson, Adv Dip (Nut Med) I’m sure many of you have been there, you’ve been steadily losing weight at a consistent pace when all of a sudden there is a noticeable halt, and the last few kilos you are trying to lose simply won’t budge. According to a study, as people progressively continue to lose more weight, they fight an increasing battle against the biological processes that oppose further weight loss. It has been estimated that for each kilogram of lost weight, calorie expenditure decreases by about [...]
Could These Things Be Making You Fat?
Could these things be making you fat? By Louise Belle BHSc (Nut Med) When we notice our waistlines thickening and have to buy bigger clothes because our old ones are a little snug, we often look at our diet and activity level as the cause of the weight gain. Whilst these are two very important factors that should be addressed, there could be other factors that you haven’t considered. 1. Your dining room is too bright If you often eat out at fast food restaurants, or have [...]
Pack-A-Punch Snack Balls
Pack-a-punch snack balls These snack balls containing kelp and chia seeds are sure to pack a punch! Kelp isn’t only a nutrient-dense food that’s low in fat and calories, but it has been suggested that kelp may also have a powerful effect on weight loss. Serves: Makes 30 balls Ingredients: 5 Serving size: 1 ball Total calories: 71 Carbohydrates: 2 g Fat: 6 g Protein: 2 g Ingredients ½ cup Ocean Superfood Kelp 1/3 cup chia seeds ½ cup unhulled tahini ½ cup ABC nut paste 1-2 tbsp Australian [...]