Every year we get older, wiser and a little less keen for the post-holiday rebound. So, of all the things I wish for you these holidays, one is that you exit the holidays feeling less like you’re rebounding from the late nights, heavy meals and excess alcohol and that rather...
If there is a good time to devour a delicious trifle it's at Christmas time and when it's gluten, dairy and refined sugar free, it's a no-brainer! We've put a healthy spin on a traditional Christmas classic that will even have the most reluctant guests consider jumping on the healthier...
If you're a long time follower you'd know that we aren't a fan of anything that comes out of a packet due to the processed nature of ingredients. However, when we came across Primal Alternative's Fat & Seedy Pizza Bases made from nothing but almond meal, sunflower seeds, free range...
Counting calories, eating flavourless food, feeling hungry and missing out is a common perception of the weight loss process. Please know that this perception doesn’t need to be reality. Losing body fat requires health. Full stop. This means the process of losing body fat can (and should) be a really...
We know how convenient it can be to grab a store-bought protein bar and run however have you ever taken the time to look at the ingredients list? You will find high amounts of added sugar and sweeteners, bulking agents and fillers, low-quality dairy and refined oils, just to name...
Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) are medications that reduce the production of acid by the stomach. They work by irreversibly blocking an enzyme that controls acid production, H+/K+ ATPase. This enzyme is referred to as the proton pump and is located in the parietal cells of the stomach wall. We have discussed the use of...
Nothing says Spring like our Green Tahini Smoothie Bowl - a great way to get your greens in first thing, as well as healthy fats for a clean source of energy and satiety to fuel your body until lunch. Tahini is one of my favourite sources of calcium for big...
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a functional bowel disorder. It’s considered a chronic condition and is characterised by symptoms (changes in function) that flare and change over time. They include anything from abdominal pain, distension, altered bowel motions and alternating bowel motions, excessive flatulence and bloating - often described as...
Nothing says comfort food quite like our Slow Cooked Mexican Chicken, packed full of vegetables, protein and all the right flavours that the entire family will love! If you're someone who is compromised digestively, you may want to consider getting the slow cooker out. This method not only tenderises cuts...
