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Having A Fat Tongue Can Cause Sleep Apnoea
Having a fat tongue can cause sleep apnoea By naturopath Margaret Jasinska It may sound like a joke but it’s actually true. Sleep apnoea is extremely common and can be caused by a few different factors. The most common cause is insulin resistance, which causes internal accumulation of fat. Fat can build up in the tongue, upper respiratory tract, neck and chest. This can impair the ability to breathe properly at night. People with insulin resistance typically also have a fatty liver. A recent study showed that at least one in ten Australians suffer from undiagnosed obstructive sleep [...]
These 2 Drugs Raise The Risk Of Gastrointestinal Bleeding
These 2 drugs raise the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding By naturopath Margaret Jasinska A recent study has shown that combining some antidepressants with some pain relievers can raise the risk of upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) by up to 600 percent! This research was published in the journal Gastroenterology. These are commonly used drugs. Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) such as Aropax and Prozac are some of the most commonly prescribed medications, while aspirin, Advil and Aleve are regularly used by most people to relieve pain or fever. Most people don’t realise that combining these drugs can have seriously [...]
Moroccan Fish
Moroccan fish This Moroccan fish recipe is healthy, full of flavour and couldn’t be easier to make. Whether you’re cooking an easy weeknight dinner or a special holiday meal, you can’t go wrong with this recipe. Serves: 4 Ingredients: 13 Serving size: 350 g Total calories: 204 Protein: 20.64 g Fat: 7.96 g Carbohydrates: 14.25 g Fibre: 4.1 g Ingredients 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, crushed ½ medium fennel bulb, washed and thinly sliced ¼ tsp fennel seeds 1 tsp garam masala [...]
You Should Be Doing These Things To Absorb More Nutrients From Your Food
You should be doing these things to absorb more nutrients from your food By Louise Belle BHSc (Nut Med) Even if you take all the right steps to eat healthy, nourishing meals, you may not be absorbing as many nutrients from your food as you could be! There are many different factors that can enhance or reduce absorption of vitamins and minerals: Don’t have tea or coffee with meals Tea and coffee contain tannins which can reduce the absorption of minerals from your food, such as iron, [...]
What Causes Menopausal Weight Gain?
What causes menopausal weight gain? By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Post menopausal weight gain is a frustrating problem for a large number of our patients. It is definitely easier to be slim in your 20s than in your 50s. Hormonal shifts after menopause definitely do cause changes in metabolism. Knowing what these changes are can make it easier for you to maintain a healthy weight. The following factors promote weight gain in menopausal women: Insulin resistance. This is the hormonal imbalance that makes your metabolism store fat and inhibits it from using body fat. Fatty liver. Due to modern [...]
Coriander And Lemon Chicken
Coriander and lemon chicken This coriander and lemon chicken recipe is full of delicious flavours, healthy and super easy to make. Serves: 6 Ingredients: 11 Serving size: 200g Total calories: 340 Protein: 41.11g Fat: 17.9g Carbohydrates: 2.6g Fibre: 0.6g Ingredients 2 large bunches coriander, chop leaves coarsely 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 5cm ginger, thinly sliced 2 lemons, juiced ½ tsp turmeric 1 tsp paprika ½ tsp chilli powder (optional) 1 tsp cumin seeds 1 tsp sea salt 1 kg chicken thigh fillets 2 tbsp olive oil [...]
Want To Quit Sugar But Have A Sweet Tooth? Try Nature Sweet Sugar Substitute!
Want to quit sugar but have a sweet tooth? Try Nature Sweet Sugar Substitute! We are living in a world where obesity, diabetes, Syndrome X and cardiovascular disease are growing epidemics. In the Western world, refined sugars are added to everything and sweet treats have been incorporated into part of the everyday diet. There is a direct correlation between increased consumption of processed sugars and the increased incidence of these disorders. Studies have shown that the removal of processed sugars from the diet decreases systemic inflammation, weight, and risk of diabetes and cardiovascular disease. [...]
Best Tips To Keep Your Heart Healthy
Best tips to keep your heart healthy By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Heart disease is one of the world’s biggest killers. Naturally most people are concerned about keeping their heart healthy when they get to a certain age. I think too much emphasis is placed on cholesterol, and not enough on insulin resistance and inflammation. If you are serious about protecting your heart, here are my tips: 1. Ditch the industrial seed oil and margarine and use traditional fats instead Margarine or non-dairy spread is often marketed as a [...]
Yeast Overgrowth Can Cause Sugar Cravings
Yeast overgrowth can cause sugar cravings By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Sugar and carbohydrate cravings are one of the most common reasons patients visit our clinics. They know they need to improve their eating habits in order to achieve their health goals, yet continually give in to cravings. There is nothing wrong with enjoying your favourite sweet treat from time to time. This article is for people who have a health problem such as fatty liver or insulin resistance that is made worse by a high carbohydrate intake. It is for people who regularly eat more sugar than they [...]
Lemon Pie Chia Pudding
Lemon pie chia pudding By Louise Belle BHSc (Nut Med) If you are a fan of lemon curd flavoured desserts, this lemon pie chia pudding is bursting with lemon zest flavour and makes for an easy and healthy alternative to traditional desserts. Chia seeds are a nutritional powerhouse – they are a fantastic source of healthy fats, fibre and protein. They are incredibly versatile and easy to use in desserts. This pudding takes less than 5 minutes to prepare! Serves: 1 Ingredients: 5 Serving size: 175g Total calories: 420 Protein: 7g Fat: 36.4g [...]
