This time of year is rife with products and protocols aimed at 'detoxing' your body; ridding yourself of the hangover, so to speak, from a month or more of festive season indulgence. Starting off the new year with good health intentions is an awesome idea and one that...
Nutrition
Health and the Festive Season – Tip #3
I think we can all agree that I won't stop banging on about how everyone needs to drink more water. And if you've ever seen me in clinic, you'll know this too; it gets written on just about everyone's script. So... here I go again. Easy fix #3 --> Drink water...
Health and the Festive Season – Tip #2
Let’s be honest with one another. For many of us, over the coming month there will be a larger than usual amount of rich food and celebratory drinks consumed. So be it. Enjoy! However, if you are planning to indulge in lashings of delicious excess, spare a thought for...
Health and the Festive Season – Tip #1
December is upon us and the seasonal celebrations are gearing up. Yessssss! I'm so happy to be back in Australia for this year's celebrations, though we did have a ball in Boston last Christmas and New Year. Nonetheless, I'm looking forward to stone fruit, beach swims...
Just drink it
Have said it before. Will say it again. And again. And again. * Drink water. Drink more water. * If you don’t drink enough fluids (namely, water) you will become dehydrated. Every system in your body depends on water. It is vital. Water carries nutrients out of your...
Is caffeine safe in pregnancy?
There are lots of 'dos' and 'donts' that you will face as soon as you fall - or plan to fall - pregnant. Lists of foods to include and foods to avoid... advice on what you should drink and how much.... the types of exercise you should be practising... specifics on how...
Warming Winter Breakfasts
It's June and it's freezing: Winter is officially upon us. This means that warming foods will (or should!) be featuring more frequently in your daily diet and raw foods, things that cool you down and are slow to digest, can be set aside for a spell... Get away with...
Nicaragua with Natural Doctors International
At the end of last year, I went to Nicaragua with Natural Doctors International (NDI), for their December brigade to Ometepe Island. You guys, it was amazing. Nicaragua itself is an incredible and fascinating place. Though I didn't see much outside of the capital,...
My favourite kitchen remedies
Hi pals! Well we've settled into the rhythm of Boston life and are thoroughly enjoying this excellent town. Jon is busy at the university, I'm busy wrangling the baby + a couple of writing contracts, and Molly's busy growing at a rate of knots. Look at how CUTE she...
A sore throat fix
For the past couple of days I've had a killer sore throat - like stabby little razors each time I swallow - and the edge of a cold. It's a pain; particularly as we're away from our new home for the week, which means I don't have any of my usual remedies on hand. I'm...