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Mindfulness and Meditation…Do They Really Work? Well…yes, they really do! The fact is, science shows definite health benefits for people who use mindfulness and meditation. Before we dive in, let’s be clear about what we mean when we say “mindfulness” and “meditation.” “Meditation” is the ancient practice of connecting the body and mind to…
Can you help heartburn with food and lifestyle? The odds are that you or someone you know experiences heartburn. Today I’ll share three easy ways to beat heartburn naturally, but first let’s cover the facts. Around half of Australian and New Zealand adults experience it at least once per month. Somewhere between 10-20% have…
Do you ever feel a bit “overextended” in the belly after a meal? Perhaps “gassy?” Have you ever carried a “food baby?” Well, bloating is common. Up to 25-30% of people experience it regularly. It happens when you have trouble digesting. The symptoms come from excess gas, reactions to foods, or food not moving through…
We all have some level of stress, right? It may be temporary (acute), or long-term (chronic). Acute stress usually won’t mess with your health too much. It is your body’s natural reaction to circumstances and can even be life-saving. Then, when the “threat” (a.k.a. “stressor”) is gone, the reaction subsides, and all is well. It’s…
With so much confusing and conflicting information about what to eat and not eat, here’s my 10 Simple Steps to Healthy Eating. If you follow most of these, most of the time (after all no one is perfect!), then you can’t go wrong! 10 Simple Steps to Healthy Eating 1. Eat mostly fresh, real…
You probably know the negative health effects of eating too much sugar, especially “added sugars” like in soft drinks, lollies, baked goods, breakfast cereals just to name a few. Added sugar is hiding just about everywhere in the supermarket. Ingesting refined sugar spikes your blood sugar and insulin, and increases your risk for a whole…
How To Feed Your Brain The more we learn about the gut-brain connection, the more there is a call for looking after our “digestive health.” Yes, it’s true. Your gut is considered your “second brain.” There is no denying it anymore. And because of the new scientific discoveries about the vagus nerve, the enteric nervous…
Not everyone should be taking digestive enzyme supplements; and not all of them are created equal. As a practitioner, I find that many people with digestive issues want to jump straight into using a supplement. And many times I would rather try other strategies first. Not to mention, that some supplements can be harmful if…
Reducing Inflammation With Diet Inflammation. It’s not just for health headlines. It’s a fact. Scientists are measuring levels of inflammation in our bodies and finding that it can be pretty bad for our health; this is especially true when it’s chronic (i.e. lasts a long time). Inflammation has been linked to obesity, heart disease,…
Yes, I’m serious! (And don’t you sometimes wonder anyway?) You already know that your poo can reflect your physical, and sometimes even emotional, health. You may get constipation or have diarrhea when you eat something that “doesn’t agree with you,” or when you’re really nervous about something. And what about fibre and water?…
