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Coping With Anxiety

December 8, 2021

Feeling occasionally anxious is a normal response to modern life. However, for some people their anxiety is like a little monster living inside, who stirs up uncomfortable feelings when faced with simple everyday situations. If you or someone you know avoids social gathering...

What Does Stress Look Like? Your Guide To Stress Less.

July 6, 2021

What Drives Stress? Stress acts to motivate and sharpen your focus in situations where immediate action is required. The greater the intensity or urgency of the situation, the greater your stress response will be. For example, if you are faced with danger, your body switches...

Getting to the Guts of Your Health

April 8, 2021

Great Health Is All In The Gut! From the first day of school through to your well-deserved retirement, challenges can arise at every age; your health is no exception to this. More and more, research is showing that your microbiome (i.e. your gut bacteria) is foundational for...

Heavenly Chocolate Smoothie

March 9, 2021

The Purpose of Poo

February 11, 2021

As you read this, your body is working hard to: *Clear waste produced during its normal, healthy activities. *Remove compounds (e.g. hormones) from circulation that have completed their tasks. *Neutralise toxins that can harm your body, and *Fight off pathogens (infectious o...

Courgette & Carrot Muffins

January 8, 2021

Another recipe from my E-book...Do you have plenty of courgettes and want a different way to use them? Try these simple muffins that are full of protein and gluten free!...

Banana Iceblocks

December 8, 2020

It's heating up out there! Now is when I love making homemade popsicles/iceblocks to keep the family cool. It's so super easy, cheaper than buying in the supermarket and way healthier! If you're a banana lover, you're going to want to try this one! ...

Nutty Banana Icecream

November 6, 2020

Dairy-free sweet nutrient deliciousness. Have you thought to make your own icrecream? You don't need an ice-cream maker or churner, just a food processor or high-speed blender. Give this one a go with only eight ingredients, it's super easy, healthy and tas...

Sleep Better

October 6, 2020

Most people have been asked at some point in life, “Are you getting enough sleep?” Though some people sleep consistently well, for others a good night’s sleep may be a distant memory. I know as I progress through this pregnancy, I'm appreciating the ability to be...

Gluten Free Almond Blueberry Waffles

September 4, 2020

These waffles are light and crispy on the outside and packed with nutrients, antioxidants and protein! This is one of our favourite 'special' breakfasts in our house - it makes the house smell good and everyone loves a good waffle with some butter and maple syrup to st...