Well, we finally made it. Wow.
The final part of this little 4 part series that I’ve put together to help you (and me!) embrace all of those wonderful nutrient-dense foods that are in abundance all around us and that help us heal.
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Get excited people as it’s now time for Part 3 of my little four part series that I’ve put together to help you (and me!) embrace all of those wonderful nutrient-dense foods that are in abundance and that help us heal.
Today’s topic is probably my favourite one of all . . . fat!
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I take the making of my salads and the eating of my salads very seriously. Just as seriously as I take the making of my daily coffee and the taking of that very first sip. It's important stuff. It can make or break my day.
When it comes to tabbouli - It needs to stuffed full of parsley and so full of lemon that it makes my cheeks draw in. No exceptions.
What I love about this salad.....no grain in sight.
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So….Have you been told to eliminate grains from your diet, but have no idea where to start?
Today I’m sharing with you my 5 tips to make going grain-free a little easier . . .
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For those of you who can tolerate nuts, they're a great way to boost your intake of protein and good fats - helping to keep you satiated, and I've got the most delicious muffin recipe, highlighting the humble almond, for you to indulge in . . .
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Today it's all about fat-soluble vitamin No. 3
Vitamin E
Along with a quick, simple and absolutely delicious tapenade recipe filled with vitamin E and good fats!
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So we recently chatted about fat-soluble vitamin A and how if you want your body to absorb all of the brilliant benefits this vitamin provides, then you had to consume it with fat. Fact!
Today, it's all about vitamin D . . .
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One of my favourite dishes to whip up during the Summer months, when I want to move a little slower. When my body is craving comfort and nourishment, simplicity and of course, utter deliciousness.
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As you know, I’m in the midst of the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP). However, I have made the decision that living the AIP life over the festive season will not preclude me from all of its deliciousness. I’m all about self care - not deprivation!
So with this in mind, I have a little present for you all.
I’m sharing with you a free little book of my favourite Christmassy AIP sweet treats to help see you (and me) through the festive season.
Merry Christmas!
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So I went and had acupuncture.
What I discovered on my first visit = I have a Spleen Qi Deficiency.
What the hell is that, I hear you ask?
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So as you know, I have been living with Hashimoto’s and leaky gut for quite a number of years.
The journey hasn’t been easy (and it still isn’t), however I’m eternally grateful for the progress I have made so far, and for the unexpected change in direction my life has taken.
I thought I might take the time to share with you where I started, what I changed in my life and where I currently am......
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Iodine.
To take or not to take.
A controversial subject when talked about in conjunction with Hashimoto’s, it seems. People are either for or against.
Want to know why I take it?
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Did you know that micronutrient deficiencies and imbalances are extremely common in those of us with an autoimmune disease?
Today I'm focussing on increasing the nutrient density in my diet. Want to know why?
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After discussing how the health of our liver and thyroid can effect our metabolism in past posts, I'm finishing today with how two little walnut sized glands known as the Adrenal Glands can also play a big part, and what simple everyday things you can do to support them.
The third and final factors contributing to my slow metabolism and weight gain, due to having Hashimoto’s . . .
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One of the very first questions I asked when being placed on thyroid medication by my GP was “when do I take it?”
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So what is Phase 1 on The Paleo Autoimmune Protocol all about?
The first step is elimination . . .
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