New Dietary Guidelines Due in Australia 2026: Will they reflect the USA real food mantra?
Last week with the introduction of the new dietary guidelines in the US, if you were in my home when I saw the news you would have seen me jump for joy. The History of Dietary Guidelines The new USA dietary guidelines are based on real food. There is not a breakfast cereal, modified milk, […]
Your Simple Guide to Smart Holiday Eating
Nourishing Your Health During the Festive Season: Your Simple Guide to Smart Holiday Eating The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and, often, indulgence. While it’s perfectly normal to enjoy special treats, it’s essential to prioritize your health and maintain a balance. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you stay health-focused during the […]
Gourmet Convenience Foods
“Theres nothing gourmet about gourmet foods.” I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to house sit for some friends recently. And yes I’ll admit it, the first thing I did was rummage and poke around in their pantry, fridge and freezer to see what ‘normal’ people are currently eating. I was quite shocked when […]
What Chocolate Are You Eating This Easter?
What to look for when it comes to quality chocolate. Originally written in 2014 With Easter fast approaching I just had to bring up chocolate! Now, you know me, I am not against chocolate, it is all to do with the quality of chocolate you are buying or making. Today’s blog post is revolved around […]
Looking at Metabolic Health May Be the Answer to Mental Health Conditions
Manic depression, known as bipolar disorder, has been treated with drugs and psychotherapy but a new study based out of Edinburgh University is seeing the mental health disorder as something quite different. Rather than treating it as a mental health issue, it is now being seen as a metabolic and circadian health issue. And that’s […]
Glutamine; Hoax or Healer?
I’ve been in the nutrition world far too long to see a new supplement trend on TikTok and become a best seller not to be a little suspicious as to its ability to do all the things claimed. I also wonder how the demand for this nutrient can be maintained worldwide. Is it an extract, […]
Ultra-Processed Foods Can Be Good For You?
Not all ultra-processed foods are made for you? I’m a little perplexed by this statement as in their references are there multiple studies showing the relationship between increased consumption of ultra-processed foods and disease states.
Boost Your Immune System This Winter
Boost Your Immune System This Winter With the cooler weather now upon us, we generally see an increase in colds and flu. You can certainly increase your chance of avoiding colds and flu this winter by having a stronger immune system. If you are run down, stressed and getting caught up in a busy lifestyle, […]
So you think you’ve got mould? By Alexx Stuart
So you think you’ve got Mould? The number one topic we get in the messages and inbox are people sharing their discoveries of mould, or of suffering from chronic and strange illnesses with no answers. I want to thank you for understanding that I simply cannot get back to them all and reply with individual […]
Food Security and Nourishment. There is a way.
Pictures depicting empty shelves in supermarkets sent to me by friends and stories on social media showing more empty shelves do not put a great deal of trust in food security during current times. Whether it is because of COVID restrictions, floods or fire it doesn’t really matter, it’s time to take control back of […]
When is a fruit or vegetable not a fruit or vegetable?
Last week I went to visit my brother in The Blue Mountains. Every day we hiked the glorious walks of the area, my favourite was the Grand Canyon track. It was a wonderful week. My brother likes to eat like me; quality real foods made from scratch with the family surrounding the dinner table. I […]
Growing Food Regeneratively Creates Positive Climate Cooling
Sometimes when I get stuck for a topic when writing an article, I go to the health pages of major news outlets like the BBC or ABC News. This month I was stuck for a topic, so I opened them all up. The only thing I saw was about COVID 19 or the vaccines for […]
