Cortisol, which you may think of as adrenalin, is a super tricky character. It is the hormone that mobilises fuel in your body and sharpens you mentally. On one hand, it will get you up a mountain, help you swim for life, get you through your gym workout and help you to be clear andContinue reading “Cortisol & Making Peace With This Stress Hormone”
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Thyroid, Metabolism and Keeping Both Firing Off Well Into Menopause
We have made it to the 11th episode of the harmonising hormones series with just a few left! A sincere to thank you to all who have been following along so far. This one will hopefully answer the questions I get asked a lot about metabolism and why it seems to slow down as weContinue reading “Thyroid, Metabolism and Keeping Both Firing Off Well Into Menopause”
Mediterranean Beef Bowl w Creamy Cannelloni Bean Dressing
Say hello to this all organic heavy hitter. Beef is such an incredible source of iron, zinc, protein, b12 and other fabulous nutrients that we need for muscle function, immune health and hormone production! Getting all these benefits while savouring that nutty flavour of herb roasted cauliflower, fresh vegetables and well seasoned beef is aContinue reading “Mediterranean Beef Bowl w Creamy Cannelloni Bean Dressing”
Enhancing and Maintaining your Fertility
Part 9 of the harmonising hormones series. This is a worthwhile delve for anyone who is trying to conceive, plans to conceive one day (even if that is 10 years from now) or anyone wanting to reach greater health outcomes. Fertility is a proxy for general health as infertility is often a sign of disregulatedContinue reading “Enhancing and Maintaining your Fertility”
Golden Gut Elixer
Supremo coffee alternative for these warmer mornings with all good things for your gut. You are reading part 6 of the harmonising hormones series. I would love to share this recipe with you first! It is such a winner for anyone who enjoys a delicious blend and wants to support their gut microbiome which isContinue reading “Golden Gut Elixer”
Five Things I wish I had done for my hormones sooner
Consider this article a dip into the waters of hormone optimisation and the start of a harmonising hormones series. Read on if you would like to learn more on fertility, energy, sleep, cognitive function, mood and performance through improving your hormone health. You are heart, soul, experiences, wants, needs and feelings. You are also though,Continue reading “Five Things I wish I had done for my hormones sooner”
Creamy Whipped Quark with Spring Salady things
Ready to enjoy that gooey sensation of the yolk possibly making for a chin run as you crunch into that creamy quark, crispy rice cracker texture combo? Light, fresh, satisfying and reminiscent of European brunchy goodness. Quark is a wonder food. It achieves it’s gut boosting qualities through a traditional fermentation process and is highContinue reading “Creamy Whipped Quark with Spring Salady things”
Winter Brunch Salad Party
When the sky turns overcast, connection is key. You are still reading the Winter Wellness Series. Though a salad doesn’t scream cozy to most of us, consider the nutrients nestled within. Grilled capsicum is as flavoursome as it is high in vitamin c. Parsley and fennel are brilliant gut microbiome boosters. The vitamin d presentContinue reading “Winter Brunch Salad Party”
Miso Beef and Eggplant Stir Fry
A delightfully minimalist dish that demands so little of your time whilst dosing you up on iron, zinc and magnesium to get you feeling your best! Delicious and presentable, the eggplant, kale and thin strips of beef soak up a load of flavour. This would go with noodles, rice or most other carbs you haveContinue reading “Miso Beef and Eggplant Stir Fry”
Creamy Tahini Oats w Raw Honey
Part dessert, part breakfast. This sweet carby bomb will restore you post work out. I used steel cut oats for their chew factor and a locally sourced, raw honey featuring nutritious bits of comb. Seeing the first figs on the shelves at my local feels like that first hint of autumn, a wondrous reminder toContinue reading “Creamy Tahini Oats w Raw Honey”