Fibre and the Digestive + Immunity Connection

Fibre and the Digestive + Immunity Connection

Fibre

Fibre is the indigestible part of food. They are categorised as soluble, insoluble and resistant starch fibres; all of which are required to support a healthy digestive system as well as a healthy immune system.

Soluble fibre absorbs water, turning … Continue Reading

Are you chewing your food properly?

Are you chewing your food properly?

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Mastication, otherwise known as chewing,  does not merely break your food into smaller pieces so that you can swallow, it is the first stage of digestion.

Healthy digestion and nutrient absorption begins with the simple act of chewing your food. … Continue Reading

Come and meet our new reception team

Come and meet our new reception team

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We would like to introduce you to our new receptionists!

Lisa comes to us from a background in travel and is accustomed to juggling the many tasks that our reception offers. She will greet you with a bubbly smile and … Continue Reading

Detox your digestion

Detox your digestion

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If your gut is out of balance, not only will you feel obvious signs like indigestion, but your whole body suffers.

Your digestive system is a highly complex ‘tube’ which runs from your mouth right through your body to the … Continue Reading

February fruits and vegetables

February fruits and vegetables

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February is well upon us. As always it is important to eat fresh vegetables in season.
When in season their phytonutrients are at their highest.

Enjoy the list we have compiled for you!

Fruit
Avocados
Berries: Blueberries
Berries: Raspberries
Berries:
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Delicious Chia Pudding

Delicious Chia Pudding

Chia Coconut Pudding

A few facts about Chia.

  • Chia seeds are derived from the desert plant Salvia hispanica, a member of the mint family.
  • Chia is a Gluten Free grain and is very high in Omega 3 fatty acids.
  • They have outstanding fibre 
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The Anti-inflammatory Diet Guide

The Anti-inflammatory Diet Guide

Anti-inflammatory Diet

Inflammation is, without exception, the foundation of all disease. Our busy lifestyle and dietary habits contribute to disease causing inflammation. You will be surprised how much changing your diet can help you with general wellbeing and onto the path towards … Continue Reading

Suspect you might have food intolerances?

Suspect you might have food intolerances?

Food Intolerance

Many clients over the past 12 months have had the relief of finding out what foods are not agreeing with them. At the clinic we have an accurate pathology test “Food Detective” that will test you against 59 of the … Continue Reading

Immune System Boosters

Immune System Boosters

Capsicum, Lime & Ginger

Your immune system provides your body’s natural defence mechanism against disease and germs by recognising the cells that make up your body and attacking unfamiliar substances like bacteria and viruses.

Your body is exposed to millions of germs on a … Continue Reading

Take out Insurance Against Colds and Flu this Winter

Take out Insurance Against Colds and Flu this Winter

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There are many reasons why we find ourselves with colds and flu.wellness_review-take_out_insurance_against_colds_flu_this_winter

Click on the Wellness Review to the right to learn:

  • key nutrients for a strong immune system
  • the importance of looking after your gut
  • simple tips to support
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