Protein, are you consuming enough?
Are you consuming enough protein on a daily basis? Protein intake is essential for the functioning of your cells and tissues. Ongoing low protein intake can result in: Muscle weaknessFatigueSlow exercise recoveryMuscle wastagePoor hormone and enzyme production Protein needs to be consumed in
Berry Blitz Muffins and Nutrient Dense Foods
This delicious recipe was my daughters creation. She grabbed out all of her favourite ingredients and asked me to make her a muffin. How clever are our kids when we allow them to be creative!? These muffins are nutrient dense,
We Truly Are Incredible…
Our human body is made up of around 70 trillion cells and 20,000 genes. Each single gene can make over 200 different proteins depending on the micro RNA that surrounds it. Incredibly, we are made up of 10-15 times more bacteria
Grain Free Banana Cake
This banana cake is on constant rotation on our kids snack menu. It is light, nutrient dense and never seems to fail. It is also grain free, gluten free and dairy free making it a winner for many food sensitivities
Why is ‘Wheat’ a modern day poison?
Whether you have celiac disease or NOT, and whether you have gastrointestinal issues or NOT….. WHEAT is still a modern day poison for anyone! The consumption of wheat is affecting the health of our society in a very profound way. The modern day
Hidden Veg Sweet/Savoury Muffins
It is always a bonus when your lunchbox treats or snack contain vegetables. Optimizing your nutrition with every bite is something to aim for when you want to enhance both you and your families health. These muffins are certainly jam packed
Gluten Free Pork & Veggie Spring Rolls
Today our family had a craving for spring rolls. Yet, none of us wanted a food hangover that we would have possibly received from the wheat based, deep fried, trans fat, store bought variety. So today we created our own gluten
Chia pudding 3 ways
Chia seeds are nutrient packed little powerhouses! They are also so easy to prepare. By them-self they are pretty tasteless, but when used in the right recipe the result is a divine breakfast, snack or dessert. They are a healthy source
mango lunchbox slice
As a mother, I am always in the kitchen creating new and exciting recipes and food for my kids lunch boxes. I try to give them so much variety on a daily basis, while also covering their nutritional needs. Our
Salt- friend or foe?
Natural salt is essential for life, however, the processed salt consumed by the masses is poisonous to our body! Salt has been consumed throughout the evolution of man Salt contains essential minerals that our bodies rely on. Throughout
green monster smoothie
Are you time poor and need a filling, nutritious, energy boost? Well, this magnesium rich, high fiber, green smoothie is the perfect solution. Why not even make it up for your kids afternoon tea. It's a beautiful treat to nourish their
Is your water really drinkable?
With the current disease statistics rapidly on the rise, people are desperate for answers! Have you ever considered the fact that the most essential element for your health, the water you drink and bathe in, may just be your biggest problem!? Without water there
Hearty Pumpkin Dhal Soup
When the cold weather hits I instantly start craving warm comfort foods. This recipe is one that I cook continuously throughout the winter months. It's a soup for the soul. Getting into the kitchen and cooking your own food is the
Elderberry Syrup
With a cold snap on it’s way this week in Victoria and winter fast approaching, it is time to put in some extra supports to keep both ourselves and our families healthy. When we are nourishing our bodies with all of
Diet Diversity
How many different whole foods do you eat each week? Does your breakfast, lunch and dinner look the same most days? Toast for breakfast, coffee and cake, sandwich for lunch, pasta for dinner….. Some of us are great at selecting different whole
What toxins are you sleeping with?
Did you know that flame retardants are used in pajamas, mattresses, foam pillows, cushions, hair dryers, carpets and other appliances. Considering that we spend half of our life sleeping, isn’t it a bit concerning that many of the items that
Sausage rolls
Parties may be a challenging time for children and adults who are wheat free, dairy free or have other food intolerance's. It's also a challenging time for mothers who try hard to avoid their children eating sugar and
Best ice-cream ever
When your kids finish dinner, do they always say “I’m still hungry”? This happens daily in our household even if eating everything on their plate took an eternity! I’m always prepared with frozen bananas (peeled and wrapped in baking
Best Pastry Ever
I have played around with pastry recipes for a very long time. YEARS in fact! During this time I am yet to find a wheat free pastry on the market that isn't full of preservative, additives and toxic
Ghee, the liquid gold!
Ghee has been used for thousands of years in Ayurvedic medicine as a healing food- for wound healing, aiding digestion, assisting with the absorption of nutrients and to reduce inflammation in the body. It's simply made from butter that is cooked at a very
Beetroot Hommus
This is a perfect morning or afternoon tea snack. Fill a platter with vegetables, crackers and this dip and everyone will be happy (and have glowing red smiles). Cooked and cooled chickpeas are extremely high in Galactooligosaccharides (GOS). This is