This is a guilt-free sweet fix recipe. Very quick and simple to prepare and has the texture of chocolate mousse.
Raw cocao is rich source of magnesium, iron and flavonoids. Flavonoids are a potent anti-oxidants that protect the cells against damage from free radicals within our environment. The recipe also contains chia seeds that provided the body with omega 3 fatty acids, protein and soluble fibre. Read more
Preeclampsia is a condition in which pregnant women experience a sudden increase in blood pressure anytime after 20 weeks of pregnancy. The condition is also marked by high levels of protein in the urine. Women with preeclampsia may experience fluid retention as well. Preeclampsia can harm the kidneys, liver, and brain and may lead to long-term health problems. Read more
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) makes it hard for children to pay attention and control impulsive behavior, and an increasing number of older children, including high school students, are now being labeled as having ADHD. Adult ADHD is also becoming more prevalent.
Raising a Generation of Drug UsersAbout two-thirds of the children diagnosed with ADHD are on some form of prescription medication, and oftentimes the side effects are far worse than the condition itself. Read more
Defining happiness is difficult, as happiness is actually a state of mind. What brings on happiness is therefore unique to the individual person; what makes you happy may be quite different from what makes your neighbour or your friend happy.
Still, despite being hard to define, there’s something about happiness that has universal appeal. Read more
HEARTBURN
A few common sense moves can keep you off the over-the-counter chewables and questionable pink liquids:
The Chilled Out Egg Roll is a favourite recipe within our clinic lunch room, often with a few variations depending on the available produce.
The Chilled Out Egg Roll is quick to make, rich in protein, health giving oils, is low carbohydrate and very delicious! The recipe can be changed depending what you have in the fridge. Read more
Let’s Talk Magnesium
Magnesium may be the most commonly deficient mineral in human nutrition. It is involved in around 300 essential biochemical reactions, including protein synthesis, testosterone production, insulin sensitivity, calcium absorption, and regulation of the sympathetic nervous system. Because it is the calming or anti-stress mineral, it’s very important to many human functions and is crucial if you suffer any stress symptoms, like the ones above. Read more
Adrenal exhaustion is something we are seeing more and more of. People with adrenal exhaustion feel “tired but wired”. They are exhausted, and have usually been under long-term stress, but any trauma, shock, or history of steroid use can also lead to adrenal exhaustion. Adrenal exhaustion is very common in our fast pace world and “type A” personalities. Read more
Benefits of cashew nut milk:
Great alternative to dairy High in protein Quick and easy to make Inexpensive Making it yourself you can avoid preservatives and unnecessary sugars that are present in the pre made varieties. Read more
Cardiovascular disease is a concern within our society however many of the risk factors are preventable through a healthy diet and exercise. Eating a diet high in vegetables, fresh fruit, whole grains, and healthy omega 3 essential fatty acids are protective measures that can be adopted. Furthermore avoiding processed foods, high in sugar and trans fatty acids and keeping active will have your heart in good health. Read more
