Nurturing & Restorative Green Soup
Nurturing & Restorative Green Soup Nurturing & Restorative Green Soup was a soup I made up for a friend who had been diagnosed with cancer as it contains large amounts of cancer fighting & immune boosting foods, such as garlic, ginger, turmeric, broccoli and kale. This nurturing green soup will certainly surprise you with how […]
Roasted Carrots with Miso Crumble
Roasted Carrots with Miso Crumble Roasted Carrots with miso crumble is my winter vegetable recipe with a twist – it is served with a yummy crunchy slightly sweet and salty topping. In our household roasted vegetables are a winter staple. In this case roasting brings out the delicious sweetness of carrots which is in contrast […]
Roasted Pumpkin, Broccoli & Tofu Salad
Roasted Pumpkin, Broccoli & Tofu Salad Roasted pumpkin, broccoli and tofu salad is a simple recipe for a warm salad with a delicious light asian flavour. Perfect for lunch on mild autumn days in Queensland. What’s good about it? Pumpkin is a great source of carotenoid antioxidants that are anti-inflammatory and help to support a […]
Causes of increased Abdominal Weight in Menopause
Causes of increased Abdominal Weight in Menopause I am often asked why women experience increased weight around their abdomen when they go through peri and full menopause. These are often women who have relatively healthy diets and who exercise regularly and are perplexed as to why this is happening to them. Reasons for increased belly […]
Strategies to Boost Your Immune System
Strategies to Boost Your Immune System Boost your immune system as the seasons changes to autumn. As the body’s temperature drops it is easier for viruses to replicate in the body. There are simple naturopathic and nutritional strategies you can take to boost your immunity before coming down with a cold or a cough […]
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month 1 in 10 women has endometriosis which has been labelled one of the top 20 most painful conditions. However many women can be asymptomatic. ‘Endometriosis is not a hormonal condition. It’s an inflammatory and immune disease that’s affected by hormones.’ – Lara Briden. Naturopathy can beneficial and supportive in the […]
One Pan Spiced Chicken and Cauliflower
One Pan Spiced Chicken and Cauliflower One pan spiced chicken and cauliflower is a great dish to prepare when you are short of time and are looking for something quick and easy and satisfying. Full of protein, fibre and good fats it ticks a lot of nutrition boxes as well as being full of flavour […]
Aromatic Carrot Patties
Aromatic Carrot Patties These aromatic carrot patties are always a winner for breakfasts, lunches and snacks as they can be eaten hot or cols. They are easy to prepare and you can make extras to freeze for eating at another time. I serve them with some plain yoghurt and mint and either some flatbread or […]
No Bake Almond Butter & Muesli Slice
My No Bake Almond Butter and Muesli slice is something I make when my teenage son has the munchies and wants a snack in a hurry! I toast organic oats and spelt flakes and mix these with nuts, seeds and coconut and then bind it together with delicious almond butter and some maple syrup. A […]
Sugar Cravings – What Can We Do About Them?
Sugar Cravings – What Can We Do About Them? Sugar cravings – we can all experience them – but why? They can develop for many reasons, such as after periods of indulgence like Christmas and holidays, or during stressful and emotional times. Once the levels of sugar in our diet increase it becomes difficult to […]