Lectins are a type of protein present in most plants, especially in legumes, beans and root vegetables. This type of protein can bind to carbohydrates and human cells such as intestinal cells, causing cellular damage. These compounds can be resistant to digestive enzymes. The best known and most problematic lectin is gluten. Plants use lectins [...]
In this post I discuss and present nutrition-based strategies to strengthen your immune system, and the steps for the prevention and/or symptom relief of the flu and viral respiratory infections. There are many helpful nutrients that are beneficial for the immune system that are talked about these days. However, in my clinical experience zinc, vitamin [...]
Gluten-free diets are on top of the list of various diets right now, and while medical professionals claim that gluten is it is safe for everyone except those who suffer from celiac disease, many other health practitioners believe gluten can be harmful to many people. Joanna Sochan at Naturimedica is the online nutritionist Australia trusts [...]
Avocados are one of the world's most perfect foods: compact, easy to get and keep, can be included in lunch boxes without spoiling and can be cut just before eating. They are a truly fantastic 21st century food for busy people from all walks of life. Avocado recipes are quick and easy to make even [...]
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In this post I give you two easy recipes to make fermented foods at home. So, start making and enjoying these very valuable foods to heal the gut and boost the immune system. Once you learn the basic methods, you can start experimenting with your favourite ingredients and make your own mixes. What are fermented [...]
This post comprehensively covers most aspects of histamine intolerance including its causes, symptoms, list of foods high in histamine, supplements and details of natural treatments to deal with excess of histamine I effectively use in clinic. Did you know that we can’t really have a histamine free diet like we can have a gluten free [...]
Sleep and cortisol levels are closely related Both stress and adrenal function affect sleep in many ways, therefore adrenal fatigue, sleep and cortisol secretion are closely linked. In this blog I'd like to clarify and explain how they influence each other. To start with, a lack of sleep itself is often a significant factor contributing [...]
Did you know that sleeping better is one of the most underrated as well as the easiest and most simple things you CAN do to improve your health fast - starting today? I'm confident my top nutrition tips for insomnia and interrupted sleep discussed in this post will make a big difference to your sleep [...]
Salad is such a versatile food that can serve as either a side or main dish depending on the ingredients. You can make delicious and nutritious salads any way you like from simple vegetable one to the main meal varieties by adding cheese, meat, grains or nuts. Having a healthy, homemade dressing is important as [...]
