by kathleenmurphy | Nov 29, 2012 | Stress and Fatigue
Here are my top 10 tips for nurturing your adrenals : (if you’re thinking “WHAT are adrenals?” read this first) DIET 1. Eat enough protein Protein foods are made of amino acids, the ‘building blocks’ of life. You need these guys to stay...
by kathleenmurphy | Jun 1, 2012 | Nutrition, Seasonal health, Tips & Tricks
Well, it’s winter. Date-wise and temperature-wise. Have you noticed the difference in what’s on offer at the markets? There is a different kind of abundance at this time of year; more nurturing foods make an appearance through the cooler months – but...
by kathleenmurphy | Apr 27, 2012 | Nutrition, Recipe
I’ve talked before about the health benefits of nuts. They are the best – the best! – for snacks or an additional ingredient in salads and baking. Did you know you can maximise their benefit by soaking nuts before eating? Doing so will break down...
by kathleenmurphy | Apr 20, 2012 | Nutrition, Seasonal health, Tips & Tricks
It’s starting to cool down! Lovely layering is back in town! That’s right my friends: it is Autumn. What does that mean for our plates? Well, plenty of delicious leaves and colourful fruits – not so much as you find in abundant summer, but still...
by kathleenmurphy | Mar 29, 2012 | Recipe
Here is an excellent make-at-home treat that is a cinch to whip up and handy to have in the fridge for afternoon tea. It’s fairly high in sugar – thanks to the dates, honey and fruit – which is why you make little balls and eat just one or two at a...
