Our bodies could all use a little cleansing now and again, particularly after a period of indulgence or heavy, rich winter meals. Whether your motivation is to lose weight, flush out toxins, boost energy levels or simply feel healthier, it could be time to detox. If you don’t want to go the the extreme of a detox diet such as the lemon detox, why not try out some of these delicious detox recipes…just in time for Spring. Read more
A guiding principal in Chinese Medicine is that by living and harmonising yourself with the seasons, you are able to cultivate your health and prevent disease.
After all, Chinese medicine sprang from the observation of nature and is organized around the interaction of the nature’s five elements: Water, Wood, Fire, Metal and Earth. Read more
Ingredients:
1 ripe banana 1 scoop of protein powder (optional) 1/2 cup oats 1/2 cup almond or coconut milk 1/4 cup almond flour to thicken 1 teaspoon natural vanilla (optional)Instructions:
Place everything into a blender Blend on medium for 30 seconds Grease a pan Pour batter into the pan Cook on medium-high heat for one to two minutes on each sideTop with berries, a good quality of yoghurt or any topping of choice and enjoy! Read more
Testosterone is an important hormone for both men and women. Even though it’s often associated with a man’s libido, testosterone occurs in both sexes from birth. Read more
Testosterone is responsible for men’s confidence, drive, and desire for sex and levels naturally dip by about 1 percent every year after age 30. Read more
Depression affects many people, and it can be life changing. Medical treatment and counselling can often help relieve symptoms, but lifestyle remedies and natural therapies can also play a large and important role in depression management, with some strategies of preventing or minimizing depression as follows.
1. DietOne factor that may contribute to depression is a person’s dietary habits. Read more
We all feel wrung out sometimes by the stress of daily life and, unfortunately, we tend to reach for junk food. But high-calorie or sugary foods only trick us into thinking we feel better. Eating healthy food (and making that a conscious choice) can actually offer some real stress relief. End the cycle of turning to foods when you’re stressed and find relief elsewhere. Read more
by Tracey Loiterton, Naturopath.
With winter upon us it is often a time when we can succumb to opportunistic illness. It is important time to support and nurture the immune system with essential immune boosting nutrients and plant based medicines. Nurturing yourself with good nutritious food and ensuring to get plenty of rest will also keep your body strong through the winter months. Read more
It can be made in five minutes flat with only 3 simple steps:
First, flavour your good quality greek yogurt (organic if possible) with a bit of agave (or honey, or maple syrup) and also a bit of pure vanilla extract. Read moreSchool-aged kids can have it tough. There are so many new faces, new rules and so much new information for your kids to take in. The school year can be filled with anxiety, dread or excitement. Fortunately there are some simple and effective things you can do to give your kids a head start for their schooling years and a greater chance to enhance their happiness. Read more
