Posts by Anne Stubbs
What Is Functional Medicine?
Have you heard the term functional medicine and wondered what it actually means? The word ‘functional’ seems to be used frequently in the context of health and wellness but is often misunderstood or misinterpreted. So what is functional medicine, what are the key principles and benefits and what conditions can it be used effectively to…
Read MoreStress Belly: How Does Stress Cause Belly Fat?
Have you recently gained weight around your belly and it’s really hard to lose? Stress and fat stored around the belly can often be a cycle of weight gain, inflammation and difficulty losing weight that is more complex than you might realise. Stress belly is a term that describes the extra abdominal fat that accumulates as…
Read MoreFood Hacks To Get More Veges In your Meals
If you’re looking for food hacks to get more veges in your diet, the pre-packed salad kits from the supermarket are a quick and easy option that can be incorporated into a few different meals. You can get this Kale Slaw kit from both Coles and Woolworths and as well as being a time-saver it…
Read MoreCrustless Vege Quiche Recipe
This crustless vege quiche recipe is packed with flavour and will definitely help you on your way to your ‘five a day’! A hearty winter warmer that can be adapted to include your favourite veggies. By Nyanda Dennison, Clinical Nutritionist and Nutrition Coach INGREDIENTS METHOD Preheat the oven to 180 degrees and grease a large…
Read MoreShepherd’s Pie Recipe
If you’re looking for a delicious, simple winter warmer that is packed with veges, this vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie recipe will be a winner with the whole family! By Nyanda Dennison, Clinical Nutritionist and Nutrition Coach I N G R E D I E N T S M E T H O D Base: Sauté onion…
Read MoreWhat Is Your Body Trying To Tell You?
When organs and processes in our bodies aren’t working optimally – such as your thyroid, pancreas, brain, gut, liver, kidneys, adrenals, sex organs, heart and lungs – our bodies send us signals to say something is wrong. At first we might ignore these signals, until they get so extreme that we can’t ignore them anymore.…
Read MoreBest Foods For Breastfeeding Mums
During the post-partum period and while breastfeeding it can be challenging for mums to prioritise their own nutritional needs. Life with a new-born is, after all, often busy and unpredictable. However, whether you are breast-feeding or not, this is a critical time to ensure that your nutritional intake is on point. You have some nutritional…
Read MoreSmall Promises Build Habits
Imagine this – a close friend has a sick child and needs to provide full time care while also working from home. She asks you a favour – can you please drop a healthy dinner meal over each night? She is exhausted from doctors appointments, working full time and caring for her child and can’t…
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