Category Archives: Anti-Oxidants

Antioxidants, their role and importance to health

The Detective Work of a Holistic & Clinical Nutritionist

Did you know, that a lot of the work I do is detective work? I have many tools in my toolbox, which assist me in determining the root cause of a clients’ ill-health. It may be blood pathology, urine testing, … Continue reading

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Natural Antimicrobials

While hand sanitisers, soap and antibiotic medicines work well to combat infectious and pathogenic microbes, there are many other ways we can keep ourselves safe from microbial invasions, especially when incorporated with a healthy diet and lifestyle. Pathogens include bacteria, … Continue reading

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Why Routine Blood Testing is a Good Idea

If you feel that you are not feeling as good as you should, it may be worth seeing your General Practitioner for some routine blood testing. Having annual blood tests can provide not only a snap shot of how your … Continue reading

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The Health Benefits of Dark Red Grapes

Dark red grapes have long been known for their antioxidant (resveratrol) properties. Red wine is made from dark grapes and some research suggests that drinking a small glass of red wine several times a week may provide some health benefits. … Continue reading

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Should I eat the potato?

In clinic, first-time clients will often tell me they are avoiding high carbohydrate foods, especially potatoes and bananas. Whether it’s for weight loss or diabetes management, these humble whole foods are getting a bad rap. So strong is the influence … Continue reading

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A Case Study; How allopathic medicine and holistic nutrition can work together for the best outcomes for the patient

The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) report emergency hospitalisations for the elderly (85+ years) are continually rising, with cardiac related conditions common, and coronary heart disease a leading cause of death (17%), followed by dementia (12%).

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Cooking – Life skill or special talent?

As a Nutritionist, I see many clients, men and women, who claim they cannot cook, hate cooking or are just too busy or tired to cook! I find this particularly challenging, because to me, cooking is a life skill, a … Continue reading

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