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New Research on Cancer Prevention and Cure
A few weeks ago I had the privilege to attend a lecture that informed me and others about very exciting research on natural ways that may help to prevent cancer and even stop it in it's tracks once present in the body. In 2002 compounds found in fruit, vegetables and herbs called salvesterols were discovered. The researchers are experts in ...Read more »
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My Journey
Hello again!! It's been at least 6 months since I have posted anything here. Lucky me packed my bags and headed to South America for 3 months, all by myself! When I booked this trip of a life time I was full of confidence, anticipation, excitement and joy. I was visualising all the amazing experiences I was about to encounter; discover how ...Read more »
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What is inflammation and why does the body produce it?
In simple terms inflammation is the body's way of protecting and healing itself. When the body is affected by a trauma its defenses, which include white blood cells and red blood cells, are brought to the area concerned. White blood cells are there to protect and prevent infection and red blood cells are bringing vital nutrients necessary for healing. Redness ...Read more »
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The Importance of a Healthy Liver
We all need to treat our livers with a bit of TLC after the christmas indulgences. Here are a few tips: The liver is a complex organ that plays a key role in most metabolic processes, especially detoxification. The liver is constantly bombarded with toxic chemicals, both those produced internally and those coming from the environment. The metabolic processes that ...Read more »
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Butter bean and aduki salad
This salad is so quick you can even make it before work in the morning and bring it with you in a tupperware container! Add a can of tuna and serve with a few spelt crackers and your away in a hack! Serves 4 Tin of butter beans Tin of aduki beans Red onion chopped small One red pepper One ...Read more »
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Apple Crumble
Hers's a healthy and delicious dessert thats sugar, dairy and wheat free. Yummy! Serves 4 Crumble 3 oz Sunflower spread 4 oz spelt flour 2 oz oat flakes 1 tbsp xylitol (a natural sweetener, in all health shops) Fruit Filling 1 Ib cooking apples Half Ib eating apples 2 tsp water 2 tsp xylitol Oven: Pre-heat to 350 F Gas 4 Middle shelf Grease a medium- sized 1.5 ...Read more »
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Carrot and Almond Soup
Keep warm and healthy during these cold winter months. Double up on the ingredients so you are set up for a few days or put half in the freezer. Enjoy! Serves 2 1 onions, peeled and chopped 1 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped 3 carrots, trimmed, peeled and sliced 2 celery stalks, trimmed and chopped 1/2 tbsp wheat-free and yeast free vegetable bouillon powder 2 tbsp ...Read more »
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Swiss Chard Frittata
This tasty dish is quick to prepare and is perfect for breakfast or lunch. Serve with a side salad and a nice olive oil dressing. Serves 4-6 Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion 1 bunch of Swiss Chard or Kale, finely chopped 6 beaten eggs A tablespoon or two of dries or fresh herbs (like oregano, basil or parsley) Optional ...Read more »
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Optimum Nutrition for the Mind
The brain is one of the vital organs and has immense nutritional requirements. Twenty per cent of blood leaving the heart goes straight to the brain- this is a vast amount given the size of the organ. Blood supplied to the brain carries vital oxygen, glucose and other important nutrients. A good circulation ensures the brain is receiving essential ...Read more »
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10 Steps to Improve your Health
1. Reduce sugar intake. Firstly cut out adding sugar to your diet and then reduce hidden sugars. These are found in biscuits, cakes, chocolate, most yogurts, and fruit juices – especially the ones from concentrate. 100ml = 2 teaspoons of sugar. 2. Swap herbal tea for tea and coffee. Start with swapping one a day and then gradually cut down further. Tea and ...Read more »
Alison graduated with a BA Honours in Exercise and Health studies in 2007. She then went on to study Nutritional Therapy with The Institute of Health sciences (IHS), graduating in March 2010.