WHEAT is in so many foods we eat. Some of us - especially our children - are eating it for breakfast, lunch and dinner! A typical Aussie day may include Wheat Bix, cereals, toast, crumpets, pancakes, muffins, biscuits, crackers, cakes, sandwiches, rolls, wraps, pies, pastries, pasta, pizzas and noodles. The thought of excluding these foods for most people seems impossible. But many people are now choosing a wheat-free diet. Scientific research is now giving us many good reasons to avoid wheat containing products, as they are increasing the potential for a … [Read more...] about The Problem with Eating Wheat
Is My Dairy Free Child Getting Enough Calcium?
Is my DAIRY FREE child getting enough Calcium?? I am often advising and reassuring parents about their child’s dietary intake of Calcium. If your child is DAIRY FREE because of recurrent ear infections, mucous-y coughs and colds, lactose intolerance, digestive disturbances, constipation, allergies or dietary preferences you may also be asking the question. “Are they getting enough dietary calcium?” The good news is that there are many non-dairy dietary sources of CALCIUM. In fact NON-DAIRY sources can actually be a healthier more nutritious option. Many … [Read more...] about Is My Dairy Free Child Getting Enough Calcium?
Does Homeopathy Help With Hormones?
HAYWIRE HORMONES, HEALTH AND HOMEOPATHY An overview by Penny Bedggood When we think of haywire hormones we often think only of the hormones associated with the female reproductive system. Hormones affect all of the major organs of the body, however this article will concentrate mainly on the balance of oestrogen and progesterone. It will also answer the question "Does homeopathy help with hormones?" and give you some tips about homeopathy for balancing hormones used alongside nutrition. What are hormones? Hormones are chemical messengers of the body. They … [Read more...] about Does Homeopathy Help With Hormones?
Maintaining Weightloss Through Good Nutrition
The pressures of life today have led to the development of convenience foods. How fantastic it is to pop into the supermarket and grab a meal in a box or a jar. All you have to do is add a few ingredients according to instructions. Porridge can be cooked in one minute; no more soaking overnight and vigilant stirring. This may seem like the answer to a busy cook’s prayers however there are many hidden “nutritional” dangers lurking within these products. Salt, sugar, additives, colourings, trans fats… substances which can all contribute to poor nutrition and … [Read more...] about Maintaining Weightloss Through Good Nutrition
Apples and pears reduce your stroke risk
White fruit and vegetables, including apples, pears, bananas, garlic, onion, cauliflower and cucumber have come up trumps for a 50% reduced stroke risk, in a large study of 20,069 men & women. White vegetables reduce your stroke risk We have all heard about the health benefits of eating brightly coloured fruit and vegetables, so this is news to those of us who have embraced the concept of green, red, yellow and orange as the most healthful fruit/vege basket. This premise is based on the presence of particular pigmented compounds, such as carotenoids, … [Read more...] about Apples and pears reduce your stroke risk
Sleep for Children
Bed Time Capers Many parents struggle with bed time and even refer to it as "the witching hour"! Children call out for a drink of water, want yet another story, and demand more food. Parents feel frustrated and exhausted! All are delaying tactics to stave off the inevitable........time for sleep! Parents need respite from children to re-charge their batteries and all children need their sleep. Most young children need to be in bed and asleep by 7.30pm; however young children who still have a day time sleep may still be up after this time and should be … [Read more...] about Sleep for Children
How To Make Sure They’re Eating Healthily When You’re Not Watching!
The Healthy Lunchbox There’s no doubt that guiding your children towards lifelong healthy eating habits is one of the greatest gifts you can give. And when you consider school-age children eat around 25% of their food at school, and child obesity is growing alarmingly, we begin to appreciate the importance of ensuring lunch box food is both nutritious and balanced. Here’s some guidelines to get you on track. Provide variety, not just in the type of food but also in taste, texture and colour. It’s the best way to ensure a balanced, healthy lunchbox, as well … [Read more...] about How To Make Sure They’re Eating Healthily When You’re Not Watching!
Garlic Great for Food Poisoning
[byline_author] In a recent study, garlic has been found to be far more effective than the antibiotics most commonly used to treat food poisoning by Champhylobacter. One of the active chemicals in garlic, diallyl sulphide, was shown to be a much stronger and faster acting antimicrobial than erythromycin and ciprofloxacin. Champhylobacter is the most common food poisoning bacteria, especially from raw or undercooked poultry or from cross-contaminated via dirty surfaces and utensils. Previous studies have shown diallyl sulphide was also effective against other … [Read more...] about Garlic Great for Food Poisoning