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Magnesium Is Necessary For Vitamin D Function
Magnesium is necessary for vitamin D function By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Are you low in vitamin D despite taking a supplement? It could be because your body is lacking magnesium. Sunshine and vitamin D supplements can help raise your level of this critical nutrient. Despite this, many of our patients continue to experience vitamin D deficiency. Blood tests show a low level despite supplementation and regular sunshine. Did you know that magnesium deficiency could be to blame? If you are magnesium deficient, you cannot utilise the vitamin D in your body. It remains trapped in storage, and unavailable [...]
Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats
Apple cinnamon overnight oats By Louise Belle BHSc (Nut Med) This apple cinnamon overnight oats recipe is high calorie, high fat and high protein making it perfect for a post-work out meal or to fuel you through a busy morning. Oats are very satiating and are rich in B vitamins – these are required for neurotransmitter synthesis which are needed to stabilise mood and aid concentration. Serves: 1 Ingredients: 8 Serving size: 317 g Total calories: 608 Protein: 21.5 g Fat: 50 g Carbohydrates: 44.3 g Fibre: 17 g [...]
What Causes Gallbladder Problems?
What causes gallbladder problems? By naturopath Margaret Jasinska If you have a problem with your gallbladder, do you know what caused it? Often people think their health conditions are genetic, but really there is almost always a more accurate explanation. If you have overindulged in unhealthy food and gained weight, that increases the risk of gallbladder problems, but it’s not the full explanation. Many overweight people have a perfectly healthy gallbladder, and most people who eat junk food don’t end up with gallbladder issues. Gut bug problems and liver problems are usually the reasons people develop gallbladder disease. [...]
High Sugar Diets Affect Men And Women Differently
High sugar diets affect men and women differently By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Did you know that Australian men are far more likely to be overweight and diabetic than women? This is according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. It appears that a high sugar intake may be more harmful for men’s health than women’s. Currently approximately 70 percent of Australian men are overweight or obese, versus 59 percent of women. By the time they reach age 55, men are far more likely to have type 2 diabetes than women. This is probably because central obesity is a big [...]
Statins Stimulate Atherosclerosis And Heart Failure
Statins stimulate atherosclerosis and heart failure By naturopath Margaret Jasinska A large study has just shown that cholesterol lowering drugs actually cause heart disease. Statins have been a controversial topic for a long time. In recent years research is showing that their benefits have been very over stated while their side effects are becoming more apparent. A new groundbreaking study led by Dr Okuyama and his team has shown that statins actually promote hardened, calcified arteries (atherosclerosis) as well as heart failure. They do this in a number of ways: Statins act as mitochondrial toxins by depleting the body [...]
Tangy And Spicy Apple Bake
Tangy and spicy apple bake Want to get your whole house smelling like an amazing homemade apple pie, without fussing over pie dough? Then try out this tangy and spicy apple bake recipe. This dish can be prepared a few hours ahead, warm before serving. Serves: 4 Ingredients: 8 Serving size: 153 g Total calories: 151 Protein: 1.37 g Fat: 0.41 g Carbohydrates: 39.9 g Fibre: 3.5 g Ingredients 2 large apples, peeled and cored 3 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp lemon rind, grated 1 tbsp Nature Sweet Natural [...]
Are You Fat On The Inside?
Are you fat on the inside? By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Being overweight is bad for our health, we all know that. Being overweight increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, heart attacks, strokes, cancer and arthritis. You may not be aware that the location you store excess body fat is the main determining factor in whether you will develop one of these conditions. Excess fat stored on your thighs, buttocks and triceps may not be pleasing to your eyes, but it does not impact your health a great deal. Fat stored on your abdomen, waist, chest and neck [...]
Case Study: Headaches
Case study: Headaches By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Maria suffered with headaches since her early 20s, and she was 38 when she came to see me at the clinic. Sometimes she woke with a headache and sometimes one developed during the course of the day. They were a big source of stress in her life. They made it difficult to do her job, and she was impatient and snappy with her children when she had a headache. Maria had been unable to take the oral contraceptive pill, as it had made her headaches much worse. Over the years she [...]
Have You Had COVID And Not Recovered?
Have you had COVID and not recovered? By Dr Sandra Cabot Most people who have COVID 19 get better within a few weeks, but between 10% and 30% of those infected do not recover fully and suffer significant ongoing disability that lasts for months and longer. Long COVID is also known as post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 (PASC). Symptoms can become chronic and there are quite a few neurological symptoms including loss of smell, cognitive impairment (foggy brain) and mood disorders. Other symptoms can include fatigue, shortness of breath and gut problems. The high incidence of neurological symptoms is not [...]
Raspberry Passionfruit Smoothie
Raspberry passionfruit smoothie By Louise Belle BHSc (Nut Med) If you’re bored with your regular smoothie recipes, this raspberry passionfruit smoothie is zesty and delicious! Raspberries are a fantastic source of antioxidants – evident in their bright colour, which are fantastic for reducing inflammation in the body. Raspberries and passionfruit are both high in vitamin C, making this recipe particularly great for supporting your immune system. We’ve added nuts and seeds for healthy fats and to keep you full. Serves: 1 Ingredients: 7 Serving size: 370g Total calories: 433 Protein: 30.4g Fat: 20.5g [...]
