Hayfever can strike any time of year, but springtime is the most problematic season for many pollen allergy sufferers. Over-the-counter anti-histamines can help keep symptoms at bay, but as with any medication, side effects can occur and over the long term these drugs may impact the health of your gut. There are some natural solutions …
Do you know what a balanced plate looks like? My general rule of thumb is: 1/2 plate – a variety of vegetables (cooked or raw) 1/4 plate – quality protein, e.g. fish, kangaroo, grass fed beef or lamb, chicken, beans, lentils, tofu, tempeh, eggs, nuts, seeds 1/4 plate – quality wholefood carbohydrates, e.g. brown rice, …
Next on my myth busting list of so-called ’causes’ of common symptoms…weight gain. Have you gain weight over recent months, maybe years, but other than that you don’t feel much has changed? You think your diet is pretty good. You exercise. But you’re feeling yucky, tired and over it. Common suggested cause: eating too much …
Who is this girl? While I can see it’s me, I barely recognise myself. This is a flashback to 13 years ago, on 10 September 2006 when I was all packed and ready to depart the UK for my big adventure around the world. My decision to travel was the result of a major emotional …
My myth busting of so-called ’causes’ of common symptoms continues… does this bloating story sound familiar? You feel bloated after you eat some foods. You think it’s after you eat onions, or maybe garlic? But some days it feels like everything you eat makes you bloated. There’s no way you can eat lentils and then …
Every Friday at 5pm I have a phone reminder which beeps to tell me to “SOAK BEANS” … ok I’m not crazy, just organised when it comes to my fibre intake! Have you ever soaked and cooked your own beans? They taste phenomenally better than from a can (really!), plus you avoid packaging waste and …
Oh yes! I came across this recipe thanks to my friend and study buddy The Passionate Nutritionist. It’s a winner! The perfect afternoon snack for chai-lovers like me. Really low in sugar (just 2 tbsp maple syrup in the whole batch) and a good hit of protein with the tahini and nuts. I’ve made these …
I am trained to know where to look to find the root cause of your symptoms. I work to understand how your body systems are interacting and what’s happened in your life to trigger or sustain your health issues. The cause isn’t always easy to find, but I put on my detective hat and leave …
So easy! The most difficult part is cutting up the pumpkin! Ingredients: 1 onion, diced 1 tbsp grated ginger Olive oil 6 cups chopped pumpkin (about 1/2 a large pumpkin) 1 tbsp curry powder 4 chicken thighs OR 1 can chickpeas (drained/rinsed) 4 cups good veggie stock 1/2 can coconut milk (optional) Directions: Stir fry …
These muffins are incredibly light, moist and pretty low in sugar. They are grain and gluten free and with just 5 ingredients, what’s not to love! Ingredients: 2 organic oranges 250g ground almonds 4 eggs 1/2 cup honey 2 tsp bicarb Directions: Boil whole oranges for 1 hour (ensure there’s enough water to cover them). …