Physically active individuals, athletes and body builders are renowned for consuming protein powders, shakes and supplements but many don’t realise they may be exposing themselves to more harm than good. Research shows that many popular protein powders contain toxic heavy metals such as arsenic, cadmium and mercury. Getting fit shouldn’t come at the cost of [...]
Ingredients: 3 ripe bananas 2 large eggs 1 dessert spoon Melrose ABC nut spread 1/2 cup almond meal 1 dessert spoon Amazonia RAW Protein (choc or vanilla) 50 mls coconut milk Directions: Blend bananas, eggs, nut spread, almond meal, pea protein and coconut milk to make a runny batter. Add water to thin if needed. [...]
Ingredients 2 Tablespoons coconut yoghurt Small handful grapes Small handful berries fresh or frozen (mixed or just raspberries or blueberries) Handful The Monday Co Paleo Granola Pecan, Pear and Vanilla (or any other granola/muesli) Drizzle maple syrup This would be a great breakfast or dessert recipe Quick, healthy, and delicious breakfast done! Recipe by Megan [...]
Ingredients 1 large kale (stalk removed) 1 large Cos lettuce leaf 1 small silver beet leaf ½ frozen banana A handful of frozen berries (blueberries, blackberries, raspberries or a mix) A small handful goji berries 1 cup coconut water ½ lemon, juiced 1 tsp spirulina or Amazonia Raw Greens 1 tsp bee pollen Directions Wash [...]
That time of the year is upon us again. The time where fighting contagious viral infections also known as the cold and flu becomes a daily obsession. Runny noses, coughing, sore throats, fever, headaches, weird skin pallor and general tiredness. We know how unpleasant it is. So we thought we'd put together our top 7 [...]
Elisa Clara Spagni, Remedial Massage Therapist outlines the differences between the types of massage therapies she has on offer. RELAXATION MASSAGE Relaxation massage is all about relaxing. It focuses on giving you time to recover from the stresses of daily life using a combination of different techniques like effleurage, soft tissue, gentle kneading and rolling [...]
By Megan Crockart There was recent media attention on IBS and how eating a low FODMAPs diet can help with the symptoms of IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome). There was emphasis that the best person to see for this condition is a dietician. Having no disrespect for dieticians but as a natural therapy trained nutritionist Megan [...]
If you have decided to change your lifestyle and embark on a Paleo diet, there are lots of Paleo meal ideas easily available on the Internet. Although between meals you might find yourself suffering 3:30itis so you will also want some healthy Paleo snacks lined up for when temptation strikes. The problem is that most [...]
By nutritionist Megan Crockart As a nutritionist my clients often are surprised that I have access to some of the same pathology testing as their GP’s. Many naturopaths and nutritionists now use pathology testing to check a multitude of health concerns or to simply monitor people’s health. In my clinic I like to use various [...]
Did you know that we CAN actually feel happier in the moment even when life seems horrendously difficult by just consciously choosing to change your thoughts? After all, they are just thoughts. That being said, for ‘just thoughts’ they appear to have such a profound effect on our happiness and success in life don’t they?! [...]
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