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Banana Bread Paleo style!
Banana Bread- sugar free, grain free. Thanks to its cane sugar free, low carbohydrate, high fibre content- this is a recipe that even a diabetic can enjoy. Coconut flour has the highest fibre content of any other flour- which assists not only weight management, but keeping blood sugar levels low. High in Protein- in fact 20% protein, coconut flour contains all 8 of the essential amino acids. This is a wholesome nutritious treat, it won’t taste like your sugar laden Banana bread from the local Cafe- it will taste better! And if you really need a bigger sugar hit- I [...]
Need some time off running? Just don’t stop everything!
How is your routine going? If you struggle with motivation and training, there is nothing wrong with having a few days off. You can even take a full week off running if you like, as long as you can do another sport daily to keep your fitness base and endurance up. I often recommend my Athletes to take 2 or 3 full days off if they struggle mentally &/or physically. At the end of the day, you have to listen to your body, especially if you want to keep exercising for the rest of your life. I meet plenty [...]
Do you know where your fish is caught? Is there radiation in the fish you are eating?
Vegan sources of Omega 3 fats & Proteins: Flaxseed & Hemp Seeds! The benefits of Flax seed and Hemp Seeds are gigantic. From relieving both constipation and diarrhea to reversing/stopping cancer- dare I say it, diabetes and cardiovascular disease! Flaxseed and Hemp seeds are a common addition to a raw foods diet- however you don't have to be on a raw food diet to appreciate them and get the health benefits. Top 3 Benefits Flax and Hemp Seeds: Omega 3 Fats Fibre Protein Omega 3 fats Benefits of flax seed oil is the high (plant based) content of omega 3. [...]
Does Genetically Modified mean anything to you?
Americans are get sicker more often than other citizens from any other industrialized countries- and they are just getting sicker. Chronic illness increased in the mid 90's, in fact doubled for many reasons- predominantly because of the food people are eating. So just what is it that Americans are doing differently? Thirty to fifty years ago we didn't see the illness we do today- one of the things that has changed is the genetic engineering of our food supply. We are not eating foods in their whole form any more. Scientist are taking genes from one species and forcing [...]
Would You Know If You Had Gallstones?
By Margaret Jasinska, Naturopath Between ten and 15 percent of Australians are affected by gallbladder disease at some point in their life. Gallbladder surgery is one of the most commonly performed hospital procedures. Gallstones usually take a very long time to grow. Many people actually have one or several stones in their gallbladder for many years unknowingly. Sometimes an intense, painful gallbladder attack is the first indicator of a problem. That never really is the first sign though. If there is a problem with your gallbladder, it will let you know. Having stones in the gallbladder, or an inflamed gallbladder, [...]
Take it off road
Is the training routine coming back? Routine is not always a good thing, even for training, but it is an important part of your training in the winter when it is harder to get out the door to train because of the weather, lack of motivation, lack of training partner. Stick to a routine or a training regime until you get sick of it and feel the need to change it. A good way to make training more exciting is to take if off road. These are my favourite sessions...along the beach, in the bush, parks and trails. Anglesea [...]
Vegetarian gone wild!
Variety a plenty! Just what is a vegetarian these days anyway? What do you think when you hear the word Vegetarian? Does it conjure up the image of a thin and pasty Bondi hipster, or perhaps your generalized view of Vegetarian is more the tanned dreadlocked Byron Bay Variety. Whatever it is, to be a Vegetarian these days is not what most folk view it to be. Now that we have more education, more choice, more awareness- and are developing a consciousness dare I say and an insight into the food industry- live exports were a shocking display at the [...]
Your pearly whites and heart disease are correlated!
A vital part of your digestive system- your bright smile can last a lifetime. Healthy teeth allow us to eat the wide variety of foods found in our diets; however cavities, ill fitting dentures and other oral problems can make chewing painful. Be sure to make regular dental visits and brushing and flossing a priority to keep your smile- teeth and gums healthy. When any cavities and holes appear in your teeth, it is these small holes that allow larger food particles into the blood stream. You see- what most people don’t understand is that as soon as a tooth [...]
Don’t worry – your fitness will come back fast
How is getting back into training? It does not always feel right and/or nice. When you are out of your routine, you may feel a bit unfit and may have put a bit of weight on but don’t worry, your fitness will come back fast! You need to focus on being in a routine again. Especially with the changing weather, you need to lock yourself into a routine to ensure you stay motivated. If the weather is too bad or unsafe, go to the gym and run on a treadmill but do not miss a session unless you are [...]
Are you aware of the amazing health benefits of fermented foods?
By Margaret Jasinska, Naturopath Fermented (cultured) vegetables are currently all the rage. If you keep up with health and medical news you’ve probably heard them mentioned regularly, and with good reason. Fermented vegetables offer your body a range of amazing health benefits. Interestingly, there is nothing new about fermented foods; they’ve been eaten traditionally by several cultures for many thousands of years. What’s happening now is just a rediscovery of their health benefits. Why eat fermented vegetables? Because they are an excellent probiotic, meaning they are brimming with good bacteria. They are also well tolerated by individuals with dairy [...]
