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Do You Know The 4 Types Of Diabetes?
Do you know the 4 types of diabetes? By naturopath Margaret Jasinska There are more than 422 million people in the world who have diabetes. The majority have type 2 diabetes and it is definitely the most well known type. You may not be aware that there are four different types of diabetes. Type 1 diabetes This form of the disease occurs in ten to 15 percent of diabetics. It is an autoimmune disease that destroys the pancreas and renders it unable to produce sufficient amounts of [...]
Are Your Gut Bugs Making You Gain Weight?
Are your gut bugs making you gain weight? By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Your body weight is influenced by countless different factors. Losing or gaining weight depends on far more than just the calories you consume and the exercise you do. This is painfully obvious to our patients who struggle with their weight because of thyroid problems, liver problems or adrenal gland conditions. Researchers are increasingly learning about the profound influence your gut bugs have over your metabolism and weight. The human gastrointestinal tract contains trillions of microorganisms. This is approximately ten times the number of cells that make [...]
Singapore Noodle Stir Fry
Singapore noodle stir fry Complete with prawns and chicken, this simple and satisfying Singapore noodle stir fry comes together in a matter of minutes. Serves: 6 Ingredients: 12 Serving size: 394 g Total calories: 306 Protein: 26.5 g Fat: 10.42 g Carbohydrates: 26.59 g Fibre: 3.3 g Ingredients 3 tbsp cold pressed olive oil 3 garlic cloves, crushed 3 spring onions, finely chopped 250 ml fish stock 250 g chicken, cooked thinly sliced 300 g small prawns 3 tsp soy sauce 2 cups bok choy, sliced finely crossways 500 [...]
High Sugar Diet May Raise Breast Cancer Risk
High sugar diet may raise breast cancer risk By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Eating a lot of sugar raises inflammation in the body, increasing the risk of breast cancer, and the likelihood that it will spread. A study at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is suggesting that the high sugar level typical of the Western diet is one reason why rates of breast cancer keep rising. It also seems that high sugar diets raise the risk of breast tumours spreading to the lungs. The findings were published in the January 1, 2016 issue of Cancer Research. "We [...]
A Regular Detox Could Be The Key To Better Health
A regular detox could be the key to better health I talk to many patients who are overweight and feel tired and out of balance and they have often been this way for years. I say to them “Do you feel stuck?” and they usually say YES! It's easy to get stuck in a poor state of health or even in a declining trend of your health and this is especially true if your tests don’t show any reason for your symptoms. You may think it's due to stress, getting older or genetic so not much you can [...]
Basil Dazzle Smoothie
Basil dazzle smoothie This green basil smoothie has antibacterial properties. The essential oils in basil help to fight inflammation in the body and lower the risk of inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, heart disease and bowel issues. Serves: 2 Ingredients: 7 Serving size: 1 glass Total calories: 99 Protein: 3.19 g Fat: 2.09 g Carbohydrates: 19.75 g Fibre: 5.8 g Ingredients 6 basil leaves 2 handfuls of baby spinach 1 cup filtered water 1 medium cucumber 1 green apple 2 tbsp lemon juice 1 tbsp chia seeds [...]
6 Foods To Boost Serotonin And Improve Mood
6 foods to boost serotonin and improve mood By Jessah Robinson, Adv Dip (Nut Med) Serotonin is a chemical in the brain, often referred to as the “happy hormone”. Serotonin is essential for overall health and wellbeing and is often associated with a positive mood. A recent study has shown that serotonin plays a major role in mood and cognition. Depleted serotonin causes cognitive impairments, with reports including deficits in verbal reasoning, episodic, and working memory, while conversely tryptophan supplementation has positive effects on attention and memory. Tryptophan is an amino acid that is important for serotonin production [...]
Feeling Stressed? You Could Do With Some Magnesium
Feeling stressed? You could do with some magnesium By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Magnesium insufficiency is a growing concern in many parts of the world. The magnesium content of our food is declining, while certain dietary and lifestyle habits can cause you to lose excessive amounts of magnesium from your body. Not getting enough magnesium can reduce your quality of life. It can impair your ability to handle stress. When you are stressed, your adrenal glands release the stress hormones adrenaline and cortisol into your bloodstream. Cortisol can cause magnesium depletion through urine. This means that anyone who has [...]
Gout May Signal Raised Prostate Cancer Risk
Gout may signal raised prostate cancer risk By naturopath Margaret Jasinska New research has shown that patients with gout are 50% more likely to develop cancer, with prostate cancer being the most common type in men. According to Patricia Kachur, MD, of Ochsner Medical Center, Jefferson, Louisiana, “Although uric acid can function as a systemic antioxidant in low levels, studies have shown that increased levels of serum uric acid can contribute to inflammation that can lead to the development of cancer”. Gout is the most common inflammatory disease in most western nations, and is diagnosed by the presence [...]
Chicken, Leek And Garlic Soup
Chicken, leek and garlic soup Chicken soup has a natural ingredient which feeds, repairs and calms the mucous lining in the small intestine. This comforting chicken, leek and garlic soup will heal the nerves, improve digestion and reduce allergies. Serves: 4 Ingredients: 10 Serving size: 643 g Total calories: 469 Protein: 38.34 g Fat: 15.12 g Carbohydrates: 46.85 g Fibre: 6 g Ingredients 6 cups chicken bone stock 500 g chicken meat, sliced or shredded 1 leek, sliced 100 g shitake mushrooms, sliced 1 large garlic bulb, peeled and [...]