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Gut, brain, hormones & immunity – it’s all connected!
One of the most important things I've learned from both naturopathic nutrition and Yoga is that every part of the body is connected. We are one big moving part. Nothing in the body exists in isolation. Gut, brain, heart, hormones, immunity, muscles, bones, lungs,...
Perimenopause – Your Questions Answered
Perimenopause is a different experience for each of us, yet there are several common themes and questions. Fortunately, nutrition and lifestyle medicine can be a big help at this time of transition. From hot flushes to anxiety and low mood, making changes to what we...
Seed cycling for hormone balance – is it worth it?
Seed cycling - have you heard of it? It's a technique of eating certain combinations of seeds during the menstrual cycle to help support hormone balance. Many women say seed cycling relieves PMS symptoms and helps maintain a more regular cycle. It's an easy...
Fight Those Winter Bugs – Top Tips for Immune Support
Our immune systems get a real workout at this time of year with cold, flu', and tummy bug germs thriving in warm, dry, centrally heated homes and offices. It's a good idea to top up on immune-supporting nutrients to give your system the best chance of fending off...
Veganuary – Where to find the vitamins & minerals YOU need
Over 250,000 people participated in Veganuary 2019 (a massive increase from the 3,300 who participated in 2014) and 2020 is set to be even bigger. Done properly, a plant-based diet can provide nearly all the nutrients we need to thrive. I say "nearly all" because of...
Food Trends for 2020
We've had smashed avocado, coconut water and kale everything. Smoothies, juice diets, goji berries, and veganism. Now it's time for 2020 to give us the next big foodie trend. Will it be nettles? Pine needle tea? Or my favourite (and vastly underated) combo of mashed...