WORDS, PHOTO + RECIPE: LUCIA Sweet potatoes are rich in vitamin A, C, fibre, antioxidants and some key minerals such as potassium and manganese. Dates are loaded with nutrients, they are a natural sweetener, they are rich in fibre, potassium, B vitamins and antioxidants. In Ayurveda, dates are considered a […]
As we head deep into winter, with colder mornings and shorter days, many people struggle to find time to enjoy the sunshine, especially if they have long work hours. This can be quite depressing and demotivating, particularly when trying to stay healthy. It’s crucial to get outside, connect with nature, […]
WORDS: Jessica Scott-Young | Clinical Nutritionist As the seasons shift, I am seeing more and more clients grappling with unexpected thyroid issues following a viral infection. Viruses disrupt and dysregulate the immune system. Viruses can stay latent in the body and then be retriggered by a newer assault on the […]
RECIPE: LUCIA LOPEZ MARINO Ingredients: 2 cups split mung dahl (soaked and rinsed)2 cups pumpkin, cut into bite-sized cubes1 cup cauliflower florets1 medium onion, finely chopped (optional)2-3 cloves garlic, minced (optional)2 cups spinach or kale, roughly chopped1 tbsp grated fresh ginger (or 1 tsp ginger powder)1 tsp turmeric1 tsp coriander1 […]
WORDS: LUCIA LOPEZ MARINO A few years ago, a friend and nutritionist colleague suggested a book on mindful eating that completely transformed my approach to nourishment. Until then, I hadn’t fully grasped the importance of being conscious while feeding ourselves. Over the last few years, I’ve deliberately cultivated this awareness, […]
Words by Jessica Scott-Young | Nutritionist As an Australian based nutritionist, hydration is something I regularly talk to clients about, especially in the warmer months. After a recent trip to Adelaide where the thermostat climbed to over 40’C, I was reminded of the importance of good quality hydration. When I […]