Much of my work as a Nutritionist is spent addressing gut health issues – these really underlie all health problems. Many common issues with gut health are parasites, SIBO, leaky gut and candida overgrowth as well as dysbiosis. Read more about these here. In order to have a healthy gut where the ‘good’ bacteria outnumber … Read more
There is no doubt that our emotional health has a massive impact on our physical well being. The two are intimately connected. Despite modern medicine’s strong insistence on separating the head from the body and viewing it as a separate entity, we are all one organism and emotions manifest physically as dis-ease and blockages in the physical body.
Iron deficiency is endemic in our society, especially among women and children. It plagues us on a daily basis because without adequate iron in our system, we simply cannot generate enough oxygen for energy production. Low concentration, low mood, low energy….sound familiar?
Tis the season for juice fasts, weight loss shakes and all matter of detox programs. Don’t we know it! We do it every January…
A question that I get asked very often is: ‘Is it better for me to juice my fruit and veg or to blend it?’ and of course like with most things in life and nutrition, there is no black and white answer.
I love discovering new ingredients, especially when they are Paleo, gluten free and versatile! One such ingredient I’m using at the moment is banana flour. Banana flour is obviously gluten free- it comes from bananas:) It’s a great alternative for those intolerant to grains and those on a low carbohydrate diet and Paleo followers. It … Read more
Fish fingers are a popular food with kids and is usually the only way fish gets actually eaten! However, commercial fish fingers from supermarket freezers are full of additives, hydrogenated oils, gluten and who knows what else. Freshness is also something that can’t be found in those packets. It’s very easy and quick to make your … Read more
I’ve recently heard an interview with Denise Minger, the author of what is no-doubt going to be a controversial book called ‘Death by Food Pyramid’. She was discussing the myriad of health issues we are facing as a society today and the numerous mistakes that we have and are making by following the standard food … Read more
Just had to let you know that I did a mad shop this morning then came home to cook with my sister who is interested but not quite there. i made delicious chocolate balls and banana cake and planning some beef jerky. Best of all i feel so happy that I am feeding my family … Read more
When I explain to friends what a Paleo way of eating is about, I only have to wait for about a minute until the penny drops and they get that look on their face (as if I’m from Venus) and they predictably exclaim ‘You mean you don’t eat bread??’ I always find this amusing, as … Read more
“Thanks for a fabulous and extremely informative evening. I learnt so much about how to enhance the health and wellbeing of my family. When I went home and looked in my cupboard, it really opened my eyes and started me thinking about what I eat and what I feed the people I love. Thanks for … Read more
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