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Link Found Between Headaches And Thyroid Disorders
Link found between headaches and thyroid disorders By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Researchers have put their heads together to show that sufferers of migraines, cluster headaches, tension headaches or other headache disorders are at greater risk of developing an under active thyroid condition called hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism occurs when the body can’t make sufficient thyroid hormones, causing symptoms such as mood swings, weight gain, hair loss, fatigue, constipation and irregular menstrual cycles. “Our study is one of the largest studies published to date suggesting that headache disorders are a risk factor for the future development of hypothyroidism,” explains Andrew Martin, [...]
Spicy Lamb Cutlets
Spicy lamb cutlets These spicy lamb cutlets are high in protein and go well paired with salad or steamed vegetables. Serves: 2 Ingredients: 5 Serving size: 300 g Total calories: 849 Carbohydrates: 4.17 g Fat: 76.51 g Protein: 37.46 g Fibre: 0.4 g Ingredients 6 lamb cutlets (3 per person) 1 small chilli diced 2 tbsp olive oil Juice of 1 lemon ½ tsp ground cardamon 2 rosemary sprigs (optional) Method Place all ingredients into a sealed container, mix through and leave overnight or longer. Cutlets can [...]
Having A Fatty Liver Can Give You PMS
Having a fatty liver can give you PMS By naturopath Margaret Jasinska When we think of PMS and other menstrual problems, we usually think of a hormone imbalance and how to correct it. Did you know your liver is a key player in keeping your sex hormones balanced? Women with a fatty liver are more likely to get PMS for a few reasons. They find it more difficult to break down oestrogen, and thus have higher blood levels of oestrogen. Oestrogen starts to build up in the body, and leads to oestrogen dominance. Oestrogen and progesterone need to [...]
BBQ Or Grilled Prawns
BBQ or grilled prawns For the seafood lovers out there, you’ll love this prawn recipe which is tasty and a rich source of selenium and zinc. Serves: 1 Ingredients: 7 Serving size: 327 g Total calories: 348 Carbohydrates: 11.92 g Fat: 17.08 g Protein: 37.24 g Fibre: 2.6 g Ingredients 200g of cleaned uncooked (green) prawns ½ tsp ground turmeric ½ tsp ground cumin 1 garlic clove crushed 1 handful chopped parsley and mint Juice of 1 lemon 1 tbsp cold pressed olive oil Method Mix all [...]
Ease Into Menopause With These Top Tips
Ease into menopause with these top tips By Jessah Robinson, Adv Dip (Nut Med) Menopause is something that all women experience around the average age of 51, however some women will go through menopause much earlier than this. There are excellent tips for women with premature menopause in Dr Cabot’s book ‘Hormones: Don’t Let Them Ruin Your Life’. Menopause or “change of life”, affects every woman differently; some make a smooth transition with minimal complaints while others really struggle. It is often the women who have experienced chronic stress throughout their lives that go through a difficult menopause. [...]
Foods For Healthy Thyroid Function
Foods for healthy thyroid function By Louise Belle BHSc (Nut Med) Your thyroid gland is a butterfly shaped organ that sits at the front of your neck. It is responsible for metabolism, growth and development. The foods you eat (and nutrients you consume) have a significant impact on the function of your thyroid gland and its ability to produce thyroid hormones. The following foods are beneficial for your thyroid: 1. Seaweed Seaweed is a fantastic source of the mineral iodine. Iodine is essential for the production of [...]
Gluten-Free Blueberry Muffins
Gluten-free blueberry muffins These gluten and dairy-free muffins are lower in carbohydrate and sugar than traditional muffins. While most muffins are more like cake, these blueberry muffins are full of coconut goodness and antioxidants. Enjoy! Serves: 6 Ingredients: 8 Serving size: 1 muffin Total calories: 211 Ingredients ½ cup of coconut flour, sifted 1/3 cup arrowroot flour 4 eggs 1/3 cup water 1 tsp baking soda 4 tbsp coconut oil 2 tsp Nature Sweet Sweetener or 2 tbsp honey 1/3 cup of blueberries (fresh or frozen) Method [...]
Keeping Your Immune System Strong
Keeping your immune system strong A strong and healthy immune system is the foundation of good health and is especially important for the very young and the very old. Because a child’s immune system is still developing, it is not unusual for them to develop frequent colds, respiratory and gastrointestinal infections. Daily contact with many other children increases the likelihood of this. However, if your child has too frequent or prolonged infections, it probably means their immune system is weak and needs some help. As we age we become more prone to immune system dysfunction which can result [...]
The 11 Best Immune-Boosting Foods
The 11 best immune-boosting foods By Louise Belle BHSc (Nut Med) Hippocrates once said “Let thy food be the medicine, and thy medicine be thy food”. The food we eat has the ability to nourish and heal our bodies, or to wreak havoc and cause damage. When we get sick, it’s easy to forget about the amazing healing properties of food, as we reach for the cold and flu tablets and another course of antibiotics. Whilst there is definitely a place for these medications, you should be giving your body the best possible chance to fight off the [...]
Gluten Could Be Affecting Your Mood
Gluten could be affecting your mood By naturopath Margaret Jasinska A study has shown that gluten is capable of causing depression in some people without coeliac disease and without a wheat allergy. Some patients with non-coeliac gluten sensitivity experience digestive symptoms when they eat gluten. For other people, their mood is adversely affected. Coeliac disease is an autoimmune condition that can cause severe destruction to the small intestine, with potentially devastating consequences. Coeliac disease is becoming increasingly prevalent, and better diagnosed; therefore a lot more people are following a gluten free diet. Many of the people who follow [...]
