Superfood Recipe: Cauliflower Mash

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I know what you are probably thinking right now – Cauli-what-the?

Why would I want to eat mashed cauliflower when I can eat good ol’ mashed spuds?

Well a few reasons, actually.

First of all, cauli-mash is truly delicious.

Secondly, believe it or not, good ol’ spuds are not that good forĀ you!

They are very high in natural-sugars and our carb-laden diet is one of the core culprits behind systemic inflammation – the hidden common denominator lurking beneath seemingly unrelated chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, obesity, cancer and auto-immune issues.… Keep reading...

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Is a Magnesium Deficiency Making You Stressed & Irritable?

Have you been feeling stressed, tired, irritable and grumpy lately?

If so, you could be suffering from an all-too-common magnesium deficiency!

Magnesium isĀ theĀ relaxation mineral, it literally repairs the coating (myelin sheath) around your nerves when it becomes damaged due to stress.

Other signs and symptoms of deficiency include:

  • twitchy eyelids
  • tremors/shaky hands
  • muscle cramps and spasms
  • restless legs
  • constipation
  • sensitivity to light and noise
  • high blood pressure
  • feeling snappy and unable to cope with daily stresses

Unfortunately blood testing for magnesium deficiency is not that reliable, if you suffer from any of the above symptoms, your best bet is taking a supplement for a few months, or on-going if you are particularly sensitive to stress.… Keep reading...

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Super-Food Recipe: Sicilian Sardine PatĆØ

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Sardines are probably one of the healthiest, cheapest and most under-rated superfoods on the planet. Packed full of omega-3 fatty acids, they are essential for great skin and hair and reducing inflammation in the body. Interestingly, studies have also shown Omega-3 fats are able to reduce stress, anxiety and depression as well.

I invented this recipe while on holiday in Sicily, and it is definitley not a traditional Sicilian recipe but does use classic Sicilian flavours and ingredients – and doesn’t taste too fishy!!… Keep reading...

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5 Essential Natural Remedies to Boost Your Immune System

Have you got time to be sick this winter? I know I certainly donā€™t! That is why I take a ā€œprevention is better than cureā€ approach to my immune health to avoid the dreaded lurgies.
Our immune systems are incredibly complex but it is possible boost itā€™s fighting power with a few natural remedies.

  1. Zinc

During my time as a consultant naturopath, I used to test each of my patients zinc levels and found that approximately 90% of them were critically low in this vital mineral.… Keep reading...

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My Chia Pudding Recipe For Breakfast …or Dessert!

Chia Pudding

Unless you have been living under a rock, I am sure you have heard of the amazing benefits of chia seeds. These tiny seeds are packed full of protein, fibre and eight times more omega 3 than salmon!
what you may not know, is that when they are soaked in liquid, they expand into a yummy gelatinous pudding consistency which makes a filling and nutritious breakfast, or even a delicious dessert.… Keep reading...

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