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Spicy Carrot Soup
Spicy carrot soup Super easy to make and with a bit of added spice, this spicy carrot soup is sure to be a winter favourite. Serves 4-6 Ingredients 8-10 large carrots, peeled and coarsely chopped 1 onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, crushed or finely cut 1 x 400g can coconut milk 1 ½ cups chicken or vegetable stock ¼ cup natural peanut butter 1 tbsp red curry paste Sea salt to taste Fresh coriander, to top (optional) 2 tbsp olive oil Method In a large saucepan [...]
The Best Exercises For Healthy Lungs
The best exercises for healthy lungs By Louise Belle BHSc (Nut Med) Our lungs have the important duty of providing our bodies with oxygen and getting rid of excess carbon dioxide. Our bodies signal us to breathe without us even noticing, so it can be easy to take our lungs for granted. Lung conditions are common and many people suffer from conditions that limit their ability to breathe easily and effortlessly. Exercise is fantastic for improving lung health. Deep breathing Many people only take shallow breaths, which [...]
Did You Know Eating Out Increases Exposure To ‘Hormone Disruptors?’
Did you know eating out increases exposure to ‘hormone disruptors?’ Eating out is something that we all enjoy, whether this entails eating at a café, restaurant as well as the odd fast-food meal. The majority of us are aware of the links between eating out and obesity, heart disease and diabetes, but the latest study published in the journal Environmental International presents a new concern; phthalates. Phthalates are a group of chemicals that are commonly added to food packaging and other food processing materials to increase their flexibility, durability, and transparency. However, phthalates can also cause upheaval in [...]
5 Ways To Get Healthier At Work
5 ways to get healthier at work By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Like it or not, most of us spend the majority of our time at work. This means your working hours play a big role in your overall health. The foods you eat and the habits you have while at work can be the largest determinants of your weight, your stress level and your overall health. The following tips may help you achieve your health goals: 1. Pack your own lunch Bringing lunch from home most of [...]
One-Pan Breakfast Quesadillas
One-pan breakfast quesadillas Delicious and healthy, this recipe is a great way to up your vegetable intake for the day ahead. Serves 2 Ingredients 4 wholemeal tortillas 1 Roma tomato, diced 2 small red potatoes, cubed 2 button mushrooms, chopped 4 free-range or organic eggs 1 avocado 1 garlic clove, chopped or minced 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil ½ tsp paprika Sea salt and cracked pepper to taste Method In a large frying pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. [...]
Top Training Tips For Your First Running Event
Top training tips for your first running event Louise Belle BHSc (Nut Med) If you’re like me, and have never been much of a runner, the thought of signing up to a 5km fun run does not seem ‘fun’ at all. Despite my lack of prior running enthusiasm or training, I am challenging myself to complete my first ever 5km running event. Like all you other non-runners out there, the thought of it is daunting to me, however I have developed strategies of my own to motivate and support myself through the training. Hopefully these tips can help [...]
Top Tips To Beat The Bloat!
Top tips to beat the bloat! PART 1 By Louise Belle BHSc (Nut Med) Often referred to as a food baby, that bulging abdomen that weighs you down is less than ideal. It can leave you feeling sluggish, affect your appetite and can cause discomfort. I think we’d all agree that if we could avoid being bloated, we would! Here are some tips to help you on your way to a bloat-free tummy: Be mindful: Don’t gulp down a bowl of pasta whilst watching the TV and doing [...]
5 Remedies To Relieve Aching Legs
5 remedies to relieve aching legs By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Heavy, aching, tired legs are a common complaint, particularly in people who are on their feet for most of the day. Whether your job involves a lot of standing or walking, or you are busy at home with looking after children, painful legs can make it difficult to get through the day. A number of things can cause your legs to ache; these are the most common: Fibromyalgia This is a common problem that causes pain and tenderness in the muscles, ligaments and connective tissues. Tenderness in the [...]
Apple Cinnamon Protein Pancakes
Apple cinnamon protein pancakes These apple cinnamon protein pancakes are a delicious and guilt-free treat. Serves: 3 (2 pancakes per serve) Ingredients: 12 Serving size: 297 g Total calories: 389 kcal Protein: 15 g Fat: 20 g Carbohydrates: 43 g Makes 6 pancakes Ingredients 3 medium pink lady apples, peeled, cored and diced 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup ¾ tsp cinnamon 4 large eggwhites ½ banana, mashed 1/3 cup coconut milk ¼ cup almond meal 2 scoops Synd X protein powder 3 [...]
5 Ways For New Mums To Get Fit Using Your Baby’s Pram
5 ways for new mums to get fit using your baby’s pram By Jess Robinson, Nutrition Consultant Looking to get your body back into shape after pregnancy? Going to the gym can be inconvenient and costly. Thankfully, there is a simpler solution. Approximately 6 weeks after your baby is born and when you are up to it, pram walking is a very effective workout. Walking with a pram works your glutes (bottom), hamstrings, abdominals and pelvic floor muscles. Targeting these areas will help to tighten up your stomach, waist and bottom to promote a longer, leaner figure. Here [...]
