Postpartum care seems to be something that is starting to become more recognised in our Western culture. There is change in the air which is exciting, but there is still work to be done!Check out my previous article Missing Postpartum Traditions, where I unpack some of the cultural traditions from...
In pregnancy, ferritin >30 ug/L is not evidence based and >40 ug/L increases the risk of spontaneous pre-term birth. Let's take a closer look. I’m the first the understand that correlation does not equal causation and I am sick and tired of ferritin being used as the barometer of your...
I've been speaking with a few parents lately who are feeling uninspired about dinner and feeling the pinch of fussy eaters and needing to prepare multiple meals of an evening. Hopefully this Bacon Wrapped Chicken with Cauliflower Mash & Greens is one the whole family will enjoy?Ingredients (Serves 4)2 free...
This recipe is one of my favourite ways to stay warm and support my immune system in the cooler months. Many of you feel like you're getting knocked around this Winter in Australia - a consequence we predicted after the last 2+ years. I hope this helps you return to optimal...
Speaking of low iron, one of my favourite nutritional focuses is ensuring a regular intake of organ meats for their pre-formed vitamin A [amongst other nutrients]. Try this Shepherd's Pie with Vegie Mash - I'm very confident that your loved ones will love this meal, and they'll have no idea how...
Gummies are all the rage, and rightly so. They are packed with one of my favourite gut healing nutrients, gelatin and can be sweetened with honey or maple, making them a perfect treat for the whole family. If your little one is less than one, be mindful of the sweetness but we do recommend using some...
We’ve been discussing at the length how to navigate low iron and many of you have asked how this might apply to children.There are hundreds of studies that acknowledge the importance of retinol-A [vitamin A] for restoring haemoglobin and when it comes to children, Saraiva et al. 2014, while observational, found...
ptimal thyroid status is dependent on the presence of many raw materials - not just iron, but iodine, selenium and zinc as well as the hormone known as vitamin D and the amino acid, tyrosine - for both the synthesis and metabolism of thyroid hormones.
Frittatas are a weekly staple of mine. Great for a high-protein breakfast when you are short on time, delicious for a ready-made lunch and one of my favourite ways to ensure my children are well nourished. This recipe is also SIBO-friendly, so perfect for those who are healing their gut. Enjoy.Ingredients (Serves...
