Author Archives: Marianne Harold
Village Pie with Buckwheat Pastry
Village Pie with is one of those comfort dishes which is perfect for the cooler weather. This recipe using nutritious, and totally delicious, black rice and buckwheat pastry is based on the one my mum used to make which was wrapped up in fillo pastry. The recipe is made with goat’s cheese which can be […]
Turmeric – Changing Gene Expression
Turmeric can change gene expression and is a perfect example of Food As Medicine. We are all becoming aware of the many benefits of curcumin, a constituent of turmeric, from its ability to reduce depression to its anti-inflammatory effects which help with osteoarthritis and diabetes. It also has the ability to protect the liver and […]
Coping with Christmas Stress
As Christmas and New Year approach, many of us experience increased stress levels which can be due to varying reasons such as a lack of time, financial obligations, relationship stress, worrying about our health or what presents to buy. Usually most of the stress we experience is the stress we place on ourselves! We need […]
Raw Kelp Noodle Salad with Tamarind Dressing
Raw Kelp Noodle Salad with Tamarind Dressing Raw Kelp Noodle Salad with Tamarind Dressing is a colourful and vibrant salad which is a perfect example of the naturopathic principle of ‘eating a rainbow’ to ensure that you consume a range of vitamins, phytonutrients and antioxidants through your diet. This super salad is full of wonderful […]
Banana & Date Bread (Nut, Sugar, Dairy, Gluten Free)
Banana & Date Bread (Nut, Sugar, Dairy, Gluten Free) Banana Bread is always delicious and we can make so many variations – this one with dates. It is 100% gluten, nut, dairy (optional) and refined sugar free option for those who want a gluten and nut free option. Eat it warm spread with butter for […]
Love Your Heart With Yoga
The benefits of yoga on heart health are often overlooked Yoga is better known for its relaxing effects and overall health benefits but more and more the signs are pointing to yoga as the best way for men and women to take charge of their cardiovascular health and ‘love’ their heart. How? Studies have suggested […]
Winter Food – Dry Pumpkin Curry
Suddenly it’s winter in Brisbane and a curry is perfect comfort food for warming us up. This nutritious dry pumpkin curry can be served with rice or quinoa on its own or you can really warm up by eating it with another of your preferred curries or steamed green vegetables. We ate many delicious curries […]
Antioxidant Smoothie
I call this smoothie my ‘Antioxidant Smoothie’ as it is packed with them. It is one of my favourite blends especially with the white Dragonfruit (or Pitaya fruit), and it is also very refreshing. Ingredients: 1/2 white dragonfruit 1/2 cup of raspberries (spray free) 1/2 plum – I buy Queen Garnet variety when […]
Chicken Noodle Soup
As the weather starts to get cooler – boost your immunity through food. This Chicken Noodle Soup is my nutritional upgrade of an old favourite. If you want a paleo option, leave out the noodles – this recipe will still give your immune system a healthy boost. With the onset of autumn, the weather becomes […]