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Heartburn Drugs Raise The Risk Of Dementia
Heartburn drugs raise the risk of dementia By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Proton pump inhibitors are some of the most commonly used drugs in the world. They reduce the ability of the stomach to produce acid, and can give symptom relief for a variety of conditions. They are problematic drugs though, because their use is linked with an increasing number of adverse health outcomes. Proton pump inhibitors are primarily used for the following conditions: Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) Peptic ulcer Indigestion Heartburn Barrett’s oesophagus Zollinger-Ellison syndrome Common brand names include Losec, Zoton, Nexium, Pariet and Prevacid. [...]
Avocado And Egg Cups
Avocado and egg cups These avocado and egg cups are perfect for a protein filled breakfast that feeds the brain and body with essential fats. Serves: 2 Ingredients: 4 Serving size: 2 avocado cups Total calories: 456 Protein: 15.5 g Fat: 37.9 g Carbohydrates: 19.9 g Fibre: 13.84 g Ingredients 2 avocados 4 medium eggs Salt and pepper for a little extra flavour Toppings of choice: We love chives and paprika or feta Method Preheat the oven to 180ºC and line a baking dish with baking paper. [...]
Got A Thyroid Problem? You Need To Look After Your Gut And Liver
Got a thyroid problem? You need to look after your gut and liver By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Overcoming a thyroid problem takes more than just correcting thyroid hormone levels. It’s important to address the reason why the thyroid gland malfunctioned in the first place. Your thyroid gland produces two main hormones: T4 (also called thyroxine) and T3 (also called triiodothyronine). These hormones help to control your metabolic rate, that is the rate at which your body burns calories. They also have a huge bearing on your energy levels and maintenance of normal body temperature. If your thyroid is under active, [...]
Is Your Liver Sabotaging Your Weight Loss Efforts?
Is your liver sabotaging your weight loss efforts? By Jessah Shaw, Adv Dip (Nut Med) Did you know that the liver is your primary fat-burning organ? Surprisingly, many people do not think that their excess weight has much to do with their liver. Not only is the liver involved in eliminating toxins, precancerous cells and debris, but a healthy liver facilitates fat metabolism and manufactures bile that is needed to eliminate excess fat out of the body through the bowels. Many overweight people have a fatty liver, this means rather than burning fat their liver begins to store [...]
Fatty Liver Now Affects One In Three Australians
Fatty liver now affects one in three Australians By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Approximately 2500 Australians die from fatty liver disease each year and this figure is set to soar. Fatty liver occurs when excess fat accumulates inside liver cells. This means normal, healthy liver tissue becomes partly replaced with fatty tissue. The fat starts to invade the liver, gradually infiltrating the healthy liver areas, so that less and less healthy liver tissue remains. The fatty liver has a yellow greasy appearance and is often enlarged and swollen with fat. This fatty infiltration slows down the metabolism of body fat [...]
Green Hummus
Green hummus Everyone will want to try this variation of hummus. It tastes amazing and is a great way to add extra vegetables and goodness to the snack table! The addition of spinach gives this hummus a good antioxidant boost which is great for cell health. You could try switching the spinach for rocket or parsley for a different flavour variation! Serves: 4 Ingredients: 5 Serving size: 166 g Total calories: 241 Protein: 10.5 g Fat: 10.7 g Carbohydrates: 29.1 g Fibre: 8.3 g Ingredients 400 g chickpeas, drained [...]
5 Fantastic Facts You Didn’t Know About Fibre
5 fantastic facts you didn’t know about fibre By Louise Belle BHSc (Nut Med) People often underestimate the importance of fibre. They merely relate fibre to poop and prunes and don’t really give it much more thought. Fibre is basically the husky, indigestible part of a plant. There are two types of fibre; soluble and insoluble. Soluble fibre is the type that absorbs water and forms a gel-like substance and is found in chia seeds, flax seeds, psyllium husk, oat bran, berries and beans. Insoluble fibre adds bulk to the stool and is found in fruit and vegetable [...]
Is A Lazy Bowel Letting You Down?
Is a lazy bowel letting you down? By naturopath Margaret Jasinska A healthy bowel is essential for a healthy life. You can never really achieve optimal health if you have a sluggish or lazy bowel. Most people eat at least three times a day, therefore it is important to have between one and three thorough bowel movements each day. Having less frequent bowel movements is a sign that your liver and your metabolism in general are not functioning at an optimum level. It also means you will be reabsorbing toxins back into your bloodstream that your body is [...]
Thai Green Chicken Curry
Thai green chicken curry If you are a lover of spice you will enjoy this delicious Thai green chicken curry that is gluten, dairy, sugar and nut free – a healthier alternative to take out. Serves: 4 Ingredients: 9 Serving size: 286 g Total calories: 366 Protein: 23.8 g Fat: 27.2 g Carbohydrates: 11.3 g Fibre: 5.1 g Ingredients 350g chicken, chopped into pieces 1 tbsp Thai green curry paste (you might like more) 1 tbsp cold pressed olive oil or coconut oil 1 cup green peas and beans [...]
Tips To Help Diverticulitis
Tips to help diverticulitis By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Diverticulitis is extremely common, especially in people over the age of 50. Diverticulosis means the formation of abnormal pouches in the bowel wall. Diverticulitis means the pouches have become inflamed (this is usually caused by infection). It is estimated that half of all people over age 60 have diverticular disease. Most people with diverticulosis don’t have any symptoms. Occasionally they may experience mild cramps, bloating or constipation. Diverticulosis is often discovered while a person is undergoing tests for something else. Many people first discover they have diverticula pockets in their [...]
