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Broccoli And Feta Fritters
Broccoli and feta fritters Not only are these fritters super simple to make, they are also nutritious. The addition of feta adds a salty, creamy taste and quickly frying them adds a crispy finish. Broccoli is a rich source of vitamin K which is essential for blood clotting and vitamin C which is a powerful antioxidant that protects the body against free radical damage and also aids wound healing. Serves: 8-10 Ingredients: 9 Serving Size: 54g Total calories: 71 kcal Carbohydrates: 5.52g Fat: 4.96g Protein: 1.62g Ingredients 3 [...]
The Top Tips To Detoxing Your Kitchen
The top tips to detoxing your kitchen By Louise Belle BHSc (Nut Med) Our bodies are bombarded with an immense number of chemicals and toxins each day. We are hit from every angle and our livers take a massive beating. The liver is responsible for filtering out all these harmful chemicals before they cause damage to the body. The liver can become overwhelmed and as a result, toxins start to build up, wreaking havoc and causing inflammation and damage to your cells, tissues and organs. Detoxing your kitchen is a great way to reduce your overall toxic load. [...]
Protect Yourself Against Breast Cancer
Protect yourself against breast cancer By Jessah Robinson, Adv Dip (Nut Med) Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women. Despite the good news that breast cancer fatalities have dropped by more than 20 per cent since 1994, the majority of women with breast cancer do not have a family history of the disease, so being aware of the other risks is essential for protecting yourself. After all – knowledge is power. Risk factors include: family history of breast cancer, early onset of periods (< 12), late menopause (> 55), getting older, delaying children, and taking HRT. [...]
Rainbow Rice Paper Rolls
Rainbow rice paper rolls These rainbow rice paper rolls are light and refreshing and are a fantastic way to up your raw vegetable intake. Coriander is known for its ability to chelate heavy metals in the gut, shallots are a good source of prebiotic fibre and cabbage supports liver detoxification pathways. They can be prepared in advance and serve as a great lunch option. Serves: 2 Ingredients: 12 Serving Size: 3 rolls Total calories: 441 kcal Carbohydrates: 50.64g Fat: 20.44g Protein: 21.42g Ingredients 6 rice paper wraps 2 carrots [...]
6 Ingredients For Glowing Skin That You Can Find In Your Pantry
6 ingredients for glowing skin that you can find in your pantry By Louise Belle BHSc (Nut Med) Every product that you apply to your skin is absorbed and ends up in your bloodstream for processing - now that’s a scary thought! The scrubs, soaps, moisturisers and masks we use to keep our skin looking fresh may actually be doing more harm than good – read the label next time you go to use it and research the ingredients. There are many brands on the market now that manufacture chemical-free products that are free from harmful chemicals which [...]
Case Study: Resolving Acne
Case study: Resolving acne By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Simone is a 22 year old girl who came to see me for help in overcoming acne. She had been suffering on and off with acne ever since she was a teenager. In the last 3 months it had become much worse. Simone thought it was due to the stress caused by a painful breakup. Simone had taken antibiotics for acne for several years as a teenager. They reduced the acne but she didn’t want to be taking antibiotics long term anymore because she knew it wasn’t healthy. She had [...]
Lemon Lime Tarts
Lemon lime tarts If you’re looking for a light, refreshing dessert that isn’t too damaging to the waistline, these lemon lime tarts are just what you need. These tarts are free from gluten, dairy and refined sugar and could be made nut free by substituting out the almond meal for ground sunflower seeds. Serves: 8 Ingredients: 9 Serving Size: 64g Total calories: 184 kcal Carbohydrates: 15.42g Fat: 12.55g Protein: 5.32g Ingredients Pastry ¾ cup almond meal ¼ cup ground flax seeds 4 pitted medjool dates 1 tbsp coconut oil [...]
Did You Know That Common Beauty Products Are Full Of Harmful Toxins?
Did you know that common beauty products are full of harmful toxins? On a daily basis, millions of people around the world use body wash, soap, shampoo, perfume, foundation, mascara, moisturiser, lip balm, fake tan, hair spray, gel and so on. These products are commonly filled with harsh toxins and chemicals such as parabens, diethanolamine (DEA), talc, polyethylene glycols (PEGs), petroleum, sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), aluminium and phthalates. Some of these chemicals mimic hormones in the body leading to endocrine disruption, some are carcinogenic, have been linked to infertility or have been associated with liver and kidney failure, [...]
Strawberry Coconut Pudding
Strawberry coconut pudding If you are a lover of strawberry mousse but not all the sugar that comes with it, this strawberry coconut pudding is the perfect guilt-free dessert for you. Utilising natural sweetener instead of sugar, this recipe is low in carbohydrates. Coconut cream contains lauric acid which is great for your immune system, can aid in weight loss, can boost energy levels and improve the appearance of skin and hair. Serves: 4 Ingredients: 7 Serving Size: 90g Total calories: 210 kcal Carbohydrates: 6.5g Fat: 20.9g Protein: 2.4g [...]
Healthy Banana Bread
Healthy banana bread For those who are fans of the traditional banana bread but not the high sugar content, this healthy spin on banana bread is a lot lower in carbs and refined sugar but equally delicious. The addition of nuts and seeds provides quality fats and added nutrients and is guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser. Serves: 6 Ingredients: 12 Serving Size: 143g Total calories: 422 kcal Carbohydrates: 28.57g Fat: 32.85g Protein: 10.76g Ingredients 2 cups ripe banana, mashed ¼ cup coconut or almond milk 1 to [...]
