Fibre, is it a gut health super hero?
I've been enjoying reading a review paper that writes all about what researchers know of the mucous layer in our intestines. Yes, I said enjoying, because it's so exciting to read research that confirms the importance of things that I'm always talking about in clinic....
Quit Sugar Workshop
Why you'd want to kick sugar and how to do it in one workshop! Too easy... Or is it? Quitting added sugar is HARD! Anyone who has tried to kick the sugar habit will tell you so. At my next workshop, on 18 May 2019, 2.30pm; I'm going to talk you through why quitting...
Coffee? Tea? Just Give Me Caffeine!
Coffee, tea, caffeine and whether you should drink it is such a contentious subject! Ask 10 people whether you should have it and you'll get 10 different answers. And really, it does depend on many things as to whether it suits you. I thought I'd share some of the...
Spiced Elderberry Syrup Handmade by ME for YOU!
Spiced Elderberry Syrup saved the day, again, in our house today. That's a big call, but here in Victoria, Australia, snotty season is fast approaching. Maybe it's already arrived, because my littlest one has picked up a bug and was full of snot. All. Day. Long. She...
10 leaky gut signs
When I mention leaky gut, do you automatically think about holes in your intestines and fluid leaking out so you look like a fountain?! Hopefully it's not just me thinking that way! In my previous blog 'Gut health for beginners' I talked about the anatomy of the gut...
Gut health for beginners
Gut health is talked about a lot these days. But what exactly does that mean? What is a healthy gut? WHAT IS THE GUT? Let's start at the beginning. The “gut” refers to your digestive system, the gastrointestinal tract. The gastrointestinal tract is a long, continuous...
Bulk Cooking – Why is it helpful?
Bulk cooking is what people with large crowds or families do, right? When I say bulk cooking, do you think of a giant 10 litre pot on the stove or eating the same meal 7 nights in a row? It really isn't like this and suits all sizes of families and lifestyles. Let me...
Back to school lunchbox ideas
Well, back to school and lunchboxes snuck up quickly, didn't it?! Last blog I talked about snacking and how snack foods usually equal highly processed foods that are high in sugar, refined carbohydrates and refined vegetable oils. All things to avoid. So what are you...
5 questions for healthy snacking
Your meals are healthy and you're moving your body regularly, but you're not achieving your health goals, is it because you're not practising healthy snacking? Snacking, especially un-healthy snacking can creep in and get in the way of what you're trying to achieve....
4 Reasons Eating Seasonally Benefits Your Family’s Health
We all know that fresh vegetables and fruits are beneficial to health, but did you know that eating seasonally has extra benefits for your family's health? As part of the healthy, simple Summer meals challenge, I'm going to go through some of the reasons why eating...
Kid Approved Pickled Beetroot
If your kids love tinned beetroot, then they are going to love this recipe for pickled beetroot. But don't leave it all to the kids, adults love it too. And the best bit is, it's great for your gut and your liver thanks to the apple cider vinegar and the nutrients in...
Vegan Kale Pesto
Kale pesto is a tasty and healthy way to boost flavour, fibre and nutrients of your meals. Kids won't even suspect how healthy it is! When kale and basil are in season, make lots and freeze for the cooler months, so you don't have to run out! Ingredients: 2 packed...
Meal Planning for Busy Mums
...or how meal planning helps you stay on track with your health goals. If you're anything like me, your schedule is jam-packed. Days fly by and you often wonder how you'll get everything on your 'To Do' list done. Sound familiar? Being busy on a regular basis (errr,...
Busy Mums: 5 Simple, Healthy Breakfast Ideas for YOU!
The alarm goes off and you're up and rushing around preparing for another busy day. You might have kids to get ready for school, kinder or daycare, emails to read for a morning meeting, or a long list of jobs. In any case, by the time you get everything done in the...
Budget friendly whole foods eating for families
Last blog I talked about what healthy eating is, which is all well and good, but how do we make this budget friendly? So here I am, ready to share how we eat a healthy, whole foods budget friendly diet. One of the most common reasons I hear from people for not eating...
