You’ve probably seen the advertisements encouraging you to take a probiotic for good inner health. You may have even tried a probiotic supplement (perhaps with success or maybe not). And if you’ve ever looked at the number of different products available it would be no surprise if you have ended up very confused as to … Read more
I don’t really love the idea of “rules”. They don’t always allow for flexibility and can set you up to fail BUT these guidelines are a great place to start if you are looking to improve your health or energy. When I am working with my naturopathy clients, we spend quite a lot of time … Read more
Are you happy with the skin you’re in? Your skin is often one of the first things people notice about you. So how is yours? Does it glow with the vitality of inner health? It is not uncommon to see clients seeking naturopathic help for skin related issues such as acne, rosacea, psoriasis, dermatitis, redness, … Read more
Dairy can be a confusing food group as there are many different types of dairy available. Dairy products may be derived from cow, sheep and goat milk. Dairy includes; milk, cheese, cream, icecream, butter, and fermented products like yoghurt and kefir. Then we have A1 and A2 milk, lactose free milk and cheese, as well … Read more
Are you aware of how much sugar is in your diet? No doubt you are well aware that the typical western diet is scarily high in sugar. But is sugar really an evil substance we should all be avoiding? The answer is not a simple yes or no (of course), and this is because not … Read more
As the weather improves and the days get longer, many of us are participating in additional exercise. Maybe you are a runner or triathlete or perhaps you like bike riding. You could be training for an event or simply working on improving your times. Perhaps you enjoy a hit of tennis or golf or you … Read more
Spring is definitely on our door step now. I can see the green returning to the trees along the Yarra. Do you enjoy eating with the seasons? It can be a challenge sometimes, especially as the major supermarkets work hard to keep their shelves stocked with our favourite fruits and vegetables all year round….sometimes to … Read more
Iron is an important mineral required for a diverse range of body processes including; energy production, protein and carbohydrate metabolism, DNA synthesis, and thyroid and immune function (to name but a few). However, it is probably best known for its role in energy production as often fatigue is a primary symptom of iron depletion or … Read more
I’ve written previously about the benefits of eating seasonally so I won’t go into to them again. Suffice to say that, the more you adopt food choices that reflect the season, the better for your wallet, the environment, your taste buds and your health. (Want to know more? Read How eating with the seasons can … Read more
Do you find yourself dipping into the biscuit barrel, reaching for the “charity chocolates” or mindlessly eating lollies while you work? If you do, you aren’t alone. I know what it’s like…you have an attack of the munchies, you are at work or out of the home and your next meal is a few hours … Read more