Nutrition & healthy foods

How to improve gut health naturally: why 30 plant foods per week changes everything

2026-02-26T19:28:19+11:00

By Joanna Sochan, Wholistic and Natural and Lifestyle Therapist with 15+ years experience supporting gut health and microbiome diversity, digestive, hormonal and metabolic health, naturally. If you’re searching for how to improve gut health naturally, one of the most research-backed strategies is eating 30 different plant foods per week to increase gut microbiome diversity. This [...]

How to improve gut health naturally: why 30 plant foods per week changes everything2026-02-26T19:28:19+11:00

Oxymel: the ancient honey-vinegar tonic for immune and metabolic health

2026-02-03T16:31:18+11:00

For centuries, women relied on kitchen medicine — simple, potent formulas created from ingredients they trusted. Oxymel is one of those remedies: a blend of honey, vinegar, and herbs with a long history and modern relevance. Today, as health-aware women seek natural, evidence-informed solutions for immunity, energy, digestion, and resilience, oxymels are making a quiet comeback. Not [...]

Oxymel: the ancient honey-vinegar tonic for immune and metabolic health2026-02-03T16:31:18+11:00

Parsley tea: a secret to healthy, glowing and blemish free skin

2025-10-26T14:47:21+11:00

Most of us know parsley as a tasty addition to meals but the truth is this green leafy herb packs some powerful health benefits as both the leaves and roots have medicinal properties. In fact, parsley has so many nutrients that eating it is almost like taking a multivitamin, antioxidant and mineral supplement - one [...]

Parsley tea: a secret to healthy, glowing and blemish free skin2025-10-26T14:47:21+11:00

The importance of eating with the seasons

2026-02-03T18:38:28+11:00

The concept of eating with the seasons stems from ancient practices, and essentially breaks down what to eat during each season to maintain an optimal level of health and prevent disease. Not that long ago, most people were aware of the best time to grow and pick various fruits and vegetables, however, the modern lifestyle [...]

The importance of eating with the seasons2026-02-03T18:38:28+11:00

Top 2 sleep promoting nutrients: Magnesium and Calcium

2026-02-03T18:39:55+11:00

There are a number of effective sleep promoting nutrients that support and enhance sleep and relaxation. Calming minerals - magnesium and calcium are my top sleep promoting nutrients. They are effective, relatively safe, and readily available for purchase over the counter from chemists, health food shops or online. Quality of theses minerals, when supplemented, is [...]

Top 2 sleep promoting nutrients: Magnesium and Calcium2026-02-03T18:39:55+11:00

Foods and home remedies for deep sleep

2026-02-03T18:43:25+11:00

Importance of sleeping better Let's talk about sleep! You do it every night but most likely not enough to feel energetic, healthy and well. It’s too easy to put sleep at the bottom of your priorities as our culture encourages and even glorifies skipping sleep. (At the bottom of this article you can download my [...]

Foods and home remedies for deep sleep2026-02-03T18:43:25+11:00

12 Top plant-based proteins and meal suggestions

2026-02-03T18:46:48+11:00

Protein is an essential part of every diet and is vital for good health and wellbeing. Proteins contain small building blocks called amino acids that assemble, maintain and repair all cells and body structures. For example, the immune cells and hormones are all made of proteins; bones, skin, hair and nails are mostly built of [...]

12 Top plant-based proteins and meal suggestions2026-02-03T18:46:48+11:00

Magnesium for anxiety, stress, high blood pressure and muscle pain

2026-02-03T18:50:36+11:00

Magnesium deficiency is quite common! The Australian Bureau of Statistics' Health Survey reveals about 1 in 3 adult Australians don't have an adequate intake of magnesium and 1 in 4 are vitamin D deficient. Magnesium is an essential mineral that is critical for proper function of a number of body systems. For example, if levels [...]

Magnesium for anxiety, stress, high blood pressure and muscle pain2026-02-03T18:50:36+11:00

Smoothie recipes: How to make quick and healthy smoothies

2026-02-03T18:52:52+11:00

Smoothies are such a typical 21st century food – compact, abundant in nutrients and quick and easy to make! And what a great way to start the day! Freshly made is best but if mornings are hectic, you can make your smoothie the night before, refrigerate it and then re-mix it in the morning. In [...]

Smoothie recipes: How to make quick and healthy smoothies2026-02-03T18:52:52+11:00
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