Health Coaching – why and who for?
Health coaching is the use of evidence-based skillful conversation, clinical interventions and strategies to engage clients in health behavior change… Continue reading
Nutrition
Treating Reflux and Heartburn naturally
PPIs (Proton Pump Inhibitors, for example, Oesomeprazole, Pantoprazole) suppress stomach acid production and are commonly prescribed for GORD (Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease) to be used in short courses for treating gastric ulceration by doctors, amongst other things… Continue reading
Holistic Weight Management with Jacqueline Lovett
Jacqueline talks about nutrient dense food swaps to get you started on your new weight loss journey… Continue reading
Overexercising – How much is too much?
There is no doubt that moving and doing some form of exercise, everyday is vital for health and longevity. However, too much of anything, is never good. Over-exercising without proper rest and recovery can lead to a variety of unwanted outcomes. Taking a proactive approach to self-care through individualised lifestyle changes can help to improve … Continue reading
How to build a healthy gut microbiome
When there is imbalance in your gut microbiome, it is often referred to as ‘gut dysbiosis’. This condition can wreak havoc and be the cause of many different disorders. Fortunately, there is a great deal that you can do in regards to diet to help restore your gut microbiome and achieve long lasting better health outcomes… Continue reading
Three reasons that make microwave ovens a health hazard
Before the microwave became popular in the late 60’s, people used to actually cook their food using the oven or the stovetop and use fresh, wholefoods. The ‘TV dinner’ used to take 15 minutes in the oven. But now with a society that’s fast paced, built on convenience and with the emergence of science and … Continue reading
The Core Medical Smoothie
The medical smoothie was made for the purpose of providing nutritional support to our clients and to nourish them on their journey towards better health. With a range of our favourite ingredients, we have compiled a recipe that not only is good for you, but tastes great too! So what’s in it? Kale ½ … Continue reading
Cholesterol: in moderation*
* | “Everything in moderation, including moderation.” Oscar Wilde There is no nutritional substance questioned as much as cholesterol, paired with so many misperceptions about whether it’s bad or good. Cholesterol is actually needed for our health; our body makes cholesterol from the breakdown of sugars, fats and proteins. If we are stressed (which a … Continue reading
Let health become your focus rather than disease
So you are ready to focus on recovery and maintenance of your health rather than on disease and the use of medications for suppression of its symptoms. Congratulations – there has likely been much ‘water under the bridge’ to get you to this point! ‘So what is to be done then?’ Make sure the basics … Continue reading