Ready to Start a Family?
8th December 2011
Preconception Care - When and Where to Begin? Are you and your partner making plans to have a baby? The preconception period is an important window of opportunity to ensure you…
Yearly Archives: 2011
Probiotic stress-busters
9th November 2011
Probiotics could be the new yoga for those needing stress management techniques. Researchers in Ireland were interested in the effect of Lactobacillus rhamnosus on behavioural responses to stress. Their experiments…
Thyroid Health – Part 2
2nd November 2011
Thanks to everyone for all your beautiful well wishes and congratulations. I had a fantastic day, and a wonderful honeymoon. This article follows on from the previous article, which discussed…
Asparagus Soup
1st November 2011
Ingredients 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (organic, biodynamic) (those that eat dairy can use organic butter) 1 leek, sliced thinly 1 garlic clove, crushed 1/2 cup white wine (organic,…
Thyroid Health – Part 1
7th October 2011
I hope that this article finds you all well. As you all now know, I'm taking a small break to get married and go away on honeymoon. I'm very excited.…
Spices show promise in anti-cancer properties
1st October 2011
This study was the first to suggest that curcumin (the main phytochemical from turmeric) and piperine (from pepper) could reduce the risk of cancer by targeting stem cells. Based…
Are you getting your 5 and 2 everyday?
4th September 2011
I can't believe how quickly this year is going! Only 3 months until christmas, I haven't got anything prepared! As most of you know I am going to be away…
Good Vitamin B12 levels associated with reduced Alzheimers risk
2nd September 2011
Maintaining healthy vitamin B12 levels may help reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease (AD), according to a recent study. Blood concentrations of homocysteine and holotranscobalamin (active vitamin B12) were…
Omega 3’s Protect Eyes
2nd September 2011
Patients suffering from age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and whose diets are rich in omega-3 fatty acids have a significantly lower risk of further damage compared to those with the…
What to do for colds and flu!
7th August 2011
Below you'll find some basic techniques to help protect you from viruses, but remember that if you feel yourself getting sick you should come in straight away and I can…
Herbal Tea
3rd July 2011
Herbal Tea - Not actually Tea! I love a good cup of tea (and coffee too). I also love herbal tea - it's a great way of keeping hydrated and relaxing,…
Quinoa with Currants, Dill and Zucchini
2nd June 2011
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 bunch green onions, chopped 3/4 teaspoons fine-grain sea salt 1 cup / 6.5 oz / 185 g quinoa, well rinsed and drained 2…
