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How I beat
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H E A LT H R E P O R T
how I tackled
arthritis
omedian Clint Paddison
was diagnosed at the young
age of 31 with debilitating
rheumatoid arthritis. This is his story
of how he spent years researching
ways to come off the toxic medications
prescribed to him and how today,
he is pain free, drug free and back to
maximum energy.
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“I woke up one morning in 2007 with sore feet. At the
time I was 31 years old and felt quite fit and healthy so I
thought nothing of it. However, the pain quickly spread
into my ankles, left knee, fingers, wrists and within a few
months it was even in my chest and jaw. With every deep
breath I would feel pain, and with every bite of food I
would be in pain.
My GP ran some blood tests and declared that I had
rheumatoid arthritis (RA). He explained that it is an
autoimmune disorder in which the body attacks the lining
of the joints causing severe pain and eventual disability. He
said, ‘Of all the diseases that I would not want to get, this
would be at the top of my list!’
I then went to a rheumatologist who suggested strong
drug treatments to minimise long-term joint damage.
I was keen to avoid the toxic drugs, but my condition
deteriorated over the coming 12 months so I eventually
gave in and started taking the medications.
After starting medication I gained partial pain relief.
However, the combination of the drug and the disease left
me extremely fatigued. I was also still worsening, in spite of
the drug, and my required dosage was increased accordingly
to maintain the same relief. There were mornings where my
wife, Melissa, had to help support me to the bathroom.
Worse still, my medications restricted me from being able
to start a family - something Melissa and I wanted dearly.
Finally, during another visit to my rheumatologist for more
drugs, I decided enough was enough. As I sat there in pain,
with my body and future outlook deteriorating I thought, ‘I
will do anything it takes to stop this living nightmare.’
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H E A LT H R E P O R T
rheumatoid
head on
I placed my faith in my educational
background, as a scientist and researcher,
and committed all of my energy towards
finding a natural alternative to treat the
RA. I committed myself to getting rid of
the pain, getting off the drugs, getting
my energy levels back and, hopefully,
even becoming a father. I scrawled the
headline, ‘Pain Free, Drug Free and Back
to Maximum Energy’ on a piece of paper
and stuck it on the fridge.
I continually tested supplements,
natural herbal remedies, alternative
treatments, exercises and potential food
allergies in the search for triggers and
pain relief. With my scientific mindset I
firmly believed that this disease had been
triggered by something and the underlying
cause could be identified and halted.
Like many good scientific discoveries,
one of my greatest epiphanies came about
by accident. I experienced a severe bout
of food poisoning. This led to 24 hours
of vomiting and diarrhoea. Consequently
I had to rest in bed, where I lay there
fearing the increase in joint pain that
comes with lack of physical movement.
To my amazement the opposite occurred
and when the purging was complete I felt
incredible!
This unplanned cleanse resulted in a
rapid and significant decrease in pain and
joint swelling. This made me convinced
that there was a link between my joint
pain and my digestive system. ‘All I have
to do’, I thought, ‘is work out how to get
these same results without having to vomit
and have diarrhoea for the rest of my life!’
So, I began to undertake major
dietary experiments – I increased my
consumption of leafy greens and began
drinking wheatgrass shots, green juices
and green smoothies. I started going to
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Bikram yoga most days so
I could keep up my ability
to walk. I gained a lot of
my energy from sprouted
nuts and seeds for several
months, before shifting
onto some easy-to-digest
foods like brown rice and
sweet potatoes.
Slowly my strength
returned and my pain
subsided. After two years I was
off all of my medications and
the heat and swelling in my
joints disappeared. Although
I have been left with some
joints that were permanently
damaged from the RA, blood
tests have confirmed that my
inflammation has gone.
My rheumatologist has told
me he has never seen a recovery
like it.
I have been off the drugs for over
three years and I now want to help
others battling this disease. I have
launched an initiative called the Paddison
Program for Rheumatoid Arthritis and
nearly 3,000 people in 51 countries have
embraced many of the strategies I’ve
used. My wife and I have received heartwarming and extraordinary stories from
people following this program who have
experienced life-changing results also.
I believe we have found a way of
mitigating many of the worst symptoms
of RA by harnessing current scientific
findings on the links between diet and the
disease. It’s a two-step approach:
1) Reduce food sensitivities in the short
term via an elimination diet over 12 days.
2) Gradually reintroduce foods to see
which specific item people are sensitive
to. The second phase is also part of a longterm approach to improving gut health
with specific plant-based foods such as
quinoa, brown rice, miso and seaweed.
I’m not suggesting that drugs for
rheumatoid arthritis should be avoided.
I am saying that extraordinary nutrition
along with re-establishing optimal gut
health can be just as life changing. For
me, one of the best aspects to this was that
Melissa and I had our first child, Angelina
Mae Paddison, on the 5th April 2014.”
To find out more, go to:
www.rheumatoidarthritisprogram.com
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H E A LT H R E P O R T
detox
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Detox benefits
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✓ Improve your digestion
o longer do you
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detoxing! Here is a simple,
easy to follow two-week
detox and cleanse program
that will have you starting
the year fit, healthy and full
of energy!
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Why detox?
Toxins accumulate in our body from
external sources, such as chemicals,
pesticides, food additives, heavy metals,
drugs and pollutants which may be
present in our food, water, or the air we
breathe. They also build up from the
‘unfriendly’ bacteria, yeasts and parasites
in our guts which create havoc with our
digestive processes. All these toxins travel
in our bloodstream and need to be
managed by our cleansing organs – the
liver, kidneys, bowel and skin. If toxins
accumulate faster than our body can
eliminate them, our detoxification
pathways become overwhelmed. The
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result is we feel less vital, less energetic
and gain unhealthy weight. What’s the
answer? A simple and effective cleanse
and detox can reduce the toxic load,
support and enhance the functioning of
your organs and begin to restore your
health and vitality.
Follow Go Vita’s simple three phase
program – you’ll be thrilled with your results!
For the most effective results, start with
phase 1 to kick off your cleansing regime.
If completely avoiding meat or other
protein is not suitable for you, then simply
start at phase 2. You will still see marked
improvements and feel rejuvenated!
Phase 1
Decrease toxic build up (days 1-7)
1. Eat foods that are high in antioxidants,
organic if possible and fresh, raw or
lightly cooked – see table.
2. Gentle exercise – walking, yoga,
stretching,
tai
chi,
swimming,
gardening. Try not to tax your body
too much with strenuous activity as
your body will be working hard on
cleansing and detoxification.
3. Skin brushing – gently brush your
arms, legs, stomach and chest with a
mitt or bristle brush prior to bathing
to stimulate the lymphatic system,
improve circulation and help skin to
excrete toxins.
4. Massage, sauna and Epsom salt baths all
promote relaxation, blood circulation,
and help reduce fluid retention where
wastes can accumulate. Indulge in
spa and sauna weekly and massage
fortnightly if you are able. Have no
more than two Epsom salt baths per
week.
Phase 2
Cleanse and support (days 7-14)
If you have followed phase 1 – well done!
You’ll start to feel lighter, more energetic
and vital. Continue to eat all of the foods
listed in phase 1 and introduce those listed
in phase 2.
If you’re starting the detox program at
phase 2 then follow the advice in phase 1,
and include the foods for phase 2 also.
Phase 3
Prolong and maintain (day 14 and on)
Following your two week cleansing detox
H E A LT H R E P O R T
Foods to eat and foods to avoid in phase 1
EAT PLENTY
AVOID
Vegetables, garlic, onions and fresh herbs.
Animal proteins
including eggs,
fish, canned tuna.
Fruit and freshly squeezed juices, especially berries,
green apples, pawpaw, kiwifruit,
wifruit, pineapple.
Tea, coffee and other
sources of caffeine.
Legumes and raw nuts.
Almond or rice milk.
Olive and vegetable oils.
Wheat and yeast.
Homemade vegetable soups.
Sugar, including
cakes, biscuits,
lollies, soft drinks,
ice cream.
Brown rice, rice cakes, tofu,
buckwheat, rice and soba noodles.
Plain natural yoghurt (add flavour with
puree fruit, crushed nuts or vanilla bean).
Dairy products
(except natural
yoghurt), margarine.
Apple cider vinegar, tamari, black pepper.
8-10 glasses water daily including lemon, grapefruit or lime juice to
enhance liver function, add alkalising chlorophyll to cleanse blood and liver.
Herbal teas, dandelion root coffee substitute, soda or mineral water.
Tinned, highly
processed foods,
fried foods.
Additional foods for phase
se 2
ADD THESE FOODS
Fish and seafood (all varieties except
large fish tuna, swordfish and shark
which may contain heavy metals).
Chicken, turkey and eggs (preferably
organic or free range).
Seeds (all varieties eg. sunflower, sesame, pumpkin)
in small amounts of no more than 20g per day.
Add natural medicines to enhance waste removal
Fibre supplements containing psyllium, flax, pectin and
inulinn
nd inuli
assist the renewal process by encouraging gut friendly
ly
bacteria, they also help eliminate toxins.
Supplements containing liver friendly ingredients such
ch
as milk thistle and glutamine help support the liver
to cleanse and regenerate.
boost, you may be feeling so great you wish
to continue for another week. If so, slowly
include lean red meats such as lamb,
veal or kangaroo. You can also slowly
reintroduce other foods, you may find
some foods lead to bloating, diarrhoea or
other symptoms, if so we recommend you
consider excluding these foods or finding
alternatives on a permanent basis.
Safety first
A detoxification program should not be
attempted without medical consultation
if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking
prescribed medicines, or have been
diagnosed with kidney disorder, diabetes,
or any other health condition.
Mary-Kay Harrison is a qualified nutritionist in Melbourne, with an interest in
health research and writing. smartbody101@hotmail.com
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LIVE WELL
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200ml coconut water
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Blend ingredients on high speed
until thick and smooth. Serves 1.
melrose organic flaxseed
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are a good source of Omega-3. Organically grown, they
have a delicious nutty taste and can be sprinkled over
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smoothies.
For more information visit melrosehealth.com.au.
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Raw slim &
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a nourishing yet
filling sprouted
protein base with
nutrient-dense
herbs and specific
alkalising greens to
help combat the real
issues of weight gain.
Leaves you feeling
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Pine mango magic
smoothie
GF DF NF
2 cups spinach, fresh
2 cups of coconut water
1 cup chopped pineapple
1 cup chopped mango
2 chopped bananas
2 tsp of Just Greens
Blend spinach and water until
smooth. Next, add the remaining
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1 granny smith apple, peeled, cored
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1 cup orange juice
1 lime (juiced)
1 piece fresh ginger (peeled)
1 date (large)
1/4 tsp cinnamon
4 tsp of Just Reds
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Chia & berry
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1 cup skim milk
1/2 cup low-fat vanilla yoghurt
2 tsp Melrose Almond & Chia Spread
2 tsp Melrose Organic Golden
Flaxmeal
2 small bananas, peeled, roughly
chopped
1 cup frozen mixed berries
Put milk, yoghurt, spread, flax meal,
banana and berries in a blender.
Blend mixture until smooth. Divide shake
between 2 large serving glasses and serve
immediately. *recipe courtesy of diabetic living
Bananas are an ideal snack
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H E A LT H R E P O R T
solutions
n a society that often judges
a book by its cover, acne
can cripple your confidence.
Naturopath Caroline
Robertson shares nature’s
secrets to a clear complexion,
so you can shine with
assurance and self-esteem.
I
Skin sins
For a clear complexion avoid
the following:
Smoking can cause impaired blood
flow, making it more difficult for acne
lesions to heal.
Harsh cleansers, oily skincare and
some makeup can clog your pores.
Some foods can breed breakouts such
as vegetable oil, dairy, alcohol and
acidic foods such as chilli and tomatoes.
Excess sugar consumption is a much
debated issue when dealing with acne
conditions. The resulting rise in insulin
from excess sugar may trigger an
increase in androgens in women, which
may in turn increase acne prevalence.
Salicylate allergy can cause pimples
around the mouth, cheeks and eyes, so
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if you suffer this reduce high salicylate
foods such as berries, peppermint and
aspirin.
Squeezing pimples forces sebum into
the surrounding skin, causing redness
and swelling.
Pollution clogs pores so remember to
cleanse thoroughly every evening.
Air conditioning can dry skin causing
reflex oiliness. Combat this with a
regular moisturiser, spritzing spray and
hydrating mask.
Stress increases cortisol which promotes
pimples. A recent study found that
acne severity correlated with increasing
emotional stress.
Skin supporters
For radiant skin consume these
things:
Aloe vera juice, an ideal liver and
hormonal tonic that helps prevent
breakouts.
Avocado protects and plumps skin
with antioxidant carotenoids, vitamins
C and E and fatty acids.
Carrots, bursting with betacarotene
which accelerates skin healing.
Liquid chlorophyll added to a glass
of water, cleanses blood for a clearer
complexion.
Evening primrose oil supplements
balance hormonal acne and lubricate
skin from within.
Fresh garlic or in supplement form,
contains antibacterial allicin.
Kale is cleansing, alkalising and mineral
rich – ideal for skin health.
Pumpkin seeds are high in zinc which
thins sebum and hastens healing.
Fresh salmon, a rich source of omega 3
fatty acids soothes and moisturises skin.
Turmeric’s active component curcumin
reduces inflammation and purifies blood.
Fresh chemical-free, alkalised water
hydrates your skin cells and removes
wastes, aim for two litres daily.
Vitamin A helps to maintain structural
and functional integrity of your skin
cells and may also help reduce sebum
production.
Pantothenic acid or vitamin B5 is
beneficial as it reduces oil production
by the sebaceous glands.
Vitamin B6 may help reduce premenstrual or mid cycle acne problems in
women, 50-100mg is recommended daily.
Chaste tree (Vitex agnus castus)
is also beneficial premenstrually to
eliminate acne.
Supplements of the cell salt Calc Sulph
calm red inflamed spots.
The jojoba oil and acne story
When skin is in balance, sebaceous glands continuously
pump sebum out of the skin, carrying with it dead skin
cells and waste. It also delivers wax esters to the skin’s
surface which are responsible for killing germs, smothering
viruses and dissolving any dried sebum that may build
up in hair follicles and skin pores. These wax esters also
create a natural protective barrier on the surface that holds
moisture in the deeper skin cells keeping skin young,
smooth and elastic.
However when skin is out of balance and sebaceous
glands over produce sebum with not enough wax
esters, the sebum can build up and clog skin pores.
Surrounding skin tissue becomes irritated and inflamed,
and the resulting sebum plug becomes infected and
erupts as acne.
Zinc is an important nutrient to help control
acne particularly in teenage boys where zinc
levels have been found to be low.
Liver tonics such as burdock, yellow dock and
St Mary’s thistle have been shown to detoxify
the system and stimulate the liver function, as
well as helping to purify the blood.
Anti-acne routine
Exfoliate: weekly exfoliation to
remove dead skin cells,, will
kin,
smooth and soften skin,
brighten the complexion
n
and reduce blackheads by
ensuring the follicles are
free of blockages. Look for
gentle and non-irritating
ingredients,
exfoliants
containing micro-beads are
best for acne prone skin.
Cleanse: Try a cleanser
with tea tree or neem oil for
or
antibacterial action.
NATURAL
BERRY
FLAVOUR
Jojoba is the only plant
in the world known to
produce pure liquid wax
esters like those in your
skin. Jojoba wax esters
are naturally antibacterial,
antifungal, antiviral, analgesic,
sic,
highly anti-inflammatory and
nd
hypoallergenic. Jojoba oil applied to active
acne can soothe the pain, reduce redness and
inflammation and also help kill the acne bacteria,
dissolving the sebum plug to get sebum flowing
again. Applying jojoba oil to acne affected skin is
the natural way to put back what is missing from
skin, to bring it back into balance.
Masks: Green clay dries spots and draws
out impurities.
Toner: Cooling rose water or colloidal
silver soothes skin.
Spot cure: Jojoba oil makes an ideal spot
treatment.
Moisturiser: Minimal aloe vera gel,
rosehip oil or jojoba oil with a little
sandalwood oil are ideal for reducing
sebum.
Mineral
makeup: Ensure this
Mi
is free from comedogenic oil
and
a
bismuth
oxychloride
(gives makeup a shimmery
appearance) which exacerbates
acne.
Sunscreen and hat: Acne
can flare up with heat so
sun protection is a must.
Naturopath Caroline Robertson has practised and
taught natural therapies for the past 25 years. For
cconsultations, health retreats and guided meditations
visit www.carolinerobertson.com.au
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H E A LT H R E P O R T
liver
health
checkup
f you’ve battled for years with
fatigue, poor health and an
inability to lose weight, then
Dr Sandra Cabot, internationally
renowned author of The Liver
Cleansing Diet, believes you
may simply need to improve the
health of your liver.
I
Sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it?
But the liver is the supreme organ of
metabolism and detoxification, and in
Dr Cabot’s experience, perfect health
will continue to evade you unless
it’s functioning effectively. Dr Cabot
believes that many of the most common
symptoms of poor health are in fact due
to liver dysfunction, and that modern day
medicine has become side tracked with
treating the symptoms of poor health,
rather than their cause.
The liver’s role in detoxification
The liver is the cleanser and filter of
your bloodstream, and all the chemicals
you’re exposed to are transported to it for
detoxification. This liver ‘filter’ is designed
to remove toxic matter such as dead
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cells, unhealthy cells, microorganisms,
chemicals, toxins, drugs and debris from
the bloodstream. Dr Cabot believes that
just like the filters in your vacuum cleaner
or swimming pool, your liver benefits
from a regular clean out to prevent it from
becoming clogged, and that a congested,
dysfunctional liver often leads to chronic
health problems, such as those listed.
As part of its detoxification processes,
the liver converts toxic compounds that
are soluble in fat into compounds that
are soluble in water, allowing them to
be excreted from the body via the urine,
faeces and sweat. If this conversion
pathway is not functioning properly, these
fat-soluble toxins tend to accumulate in
the body’s fat stores where they have the
potential to compromise your health.
Liver health check
eck
Do you suffer with:
Allergies
Itchy skin
Sugar cravings
Chronic fatigue
High cholesterol
An inability to lose weight
Digestive problems or
abdominal bloating
A roll of fat around the upper
abdomen ‘liver roll’
Foggy brain and/or mood swings
Bad breath and/or coated tongue
Excess body odour
Nausea or indigestion
Dark circles under the eyes
Diagnosed fatty liver
Or do you simply party too hard?
If you answered YES to three or more of
these questions, your liver needs help
and might well benefit from taking livercleansing herbs such as milk thistle and
turmeric.
H E A LT H R E P O R T
Furthermore, release of these fat-soluble chemicals during times
of stress or weight loss can cause symptoms such as headaches and
foggy thinking, aches and pains, fatigue and nausea.
The liver and your metabolism
The liver also plays an important role in metabolism. It’s the
major fat burning organ of the body and regulates fat metabolism,
so, according to Dr Cabot, if your liver is not functioning well, you
may suffer from the following:
Constipation: Dr Cabot says that fibre intake is an important
consideration here, because the liver has the ability to transport
excess fat into your intestine via the bile. Once there, the fat is
absorbed into the faeces so that it can be excreted from the body.
But if you are constipated or don’t have enough fibre in your diet,
faeces remain in your bowel for a longer period prior to excretion,
and the excess fat is less likely to be excreted and more likely to be
reabsorbed and stored as body fat.
Fatty liver: Many overweight people have a fatty liver that
doesn’t burn fat efficiently. A fatty liver is doing the opposite of
what it’s programmed to do; rather than burning fat it is storing
fat. According to Dr Cabot, for this reason people who have a fatty
liver find it extremely difficult to lose weight.
Unstable blood sugar levels: An unhealthy liver can also
contribute to unstable blood sugar levels, or hypoglycaemia.
Low
L
blood glucose levels cause fatigue, sugar and carbohydrate
cravings, light headedness, mood swings and poor quality sleep. A
healthy liver on the other hand, supports the regulation of blood
sugar levels by storing excess glucose and then releasing it into
the bloodstream when blood levels become low. However, with
a fatty liver, the ability to regulate blood sugar is compromised,
making it extremely hard to stick to a healthy eating plan if you’re
battling with fatigue, strong cravings and hunger.
Dr Cabot believes that by cleansing your liver you can, boost your
energy and your mood, improve your metabolism and digestive
health, and more easily control your weight in the future.
Dr Sandra Cabot is a medical doctor with extensive clinical experience in holistic medicine. She is the author of over 30
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volunteers her time and her Beechcraft Baron aircraft to the charity Angel
flight and has completed over 196 Angel flights in the last seven years.
Angel flight provides an invaluable service to families in their times of
greatest need, helping to minimise the
stress of long travel times for those in
remote areas who need to access
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Go: Isn’t vitamin K the blood-clotting vitamin?
CS: K vitamins are actually a group of fat-soluble vitamins,
and the two most important and prevalent forms are vitamin
K1 (phylloquinone) and K2 (menaquinone). Vitamin K1 is the
form needed for proper blood coagulation, whereas vitamin K2
is essential to build and maintain strong bones, as well as to
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Go: What are vitamin K2’s health benefits?
CS: Vitamin K2 activates inert proteins
in the body, thus allowing your system
to function more optimally. By activating
proteins such as matrix Gla protein (MGP)
and osteocalcin, vitamin K2 preserves
the healthy structure and function of
cardiovascular arteries and bone density
and strength, respectively.
Impressive research supports vitamin
K2’s abilities, specifically as menaquinone-7
(MK-7): For example, an unprecedented
three-year study showed clearly that a daily
180mcg dose of vitamin K2 (as MenaQ7®)
was enough to improve bone mineral
density and bone strength in postmenopausal women.
Go: Are there different types of
vitamin K2?
CS: The standout supplier of vitamin K2
is a Norwegian company, NattoPharma
ASA, with its MenaQ7® vitamin K2 as
MK-7. As the world leader in vitamin K2
research and development, NattoPharma
is affiliated with research institutes,
notably Maastricht University and VitaK in
the Netherlands. MenaQ7® has been used
in most of the studies showing vitamin K2’s
benefits.
Go: Who needs vitamin K2?
CS: Quite frankly, everyone, and the earlier
they begin, the better. In general, the typical
Western diet contains insufficient amounts
of vitamin K2 to adequately activate MGP,
which means about 30 per cent of vitamin
K2-activated proteins remain inactive.
Go: What foods are high in vitamin K2?
CS: The traditional Japanese dish natto
(fermented soybeans) is the richest-known
source of natural vitamin K2 as MK-7. In
the Western diet, fermented foods such as
mature cheeses and curd are good sources,
except that these foods contain relatively
small levels. With the high amounts
required to meet the body’s needs, vitamin
K2 supplementation is the optimal solution.
Go: How much vitamin K2 should
you take?
CS: To achieve long-term preservation of
cardiovascular and bone health, I would
recommend the therapeutic dose used in
clinical trials, which is 180mcg a day.
Go: Are there any contraindications
when taking vitamin K2?
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repairing
sun damaged
skin
Brightening DIY
facial enzyme masque
Mash together 3 tab
lespoons of
ong summer days spent outdoors in your youth
can lead to sun damaged skin later in life, as
evidenced by brown spots, discolourations,
pigmentation, wrinkles, flakiness, sensitivity and
dehydrated skin. Helene Larson investigates
e.
natural ways to stop and even reverse the damage.
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Unfortunately, sun damage isn’t only
skin deep. UV radiation can change and
permanently damage the DNA of your
skin cells. Years of sun damage can lead
to the outer layer of the skin becoming
thinner, meaning it can easily tear and
become inflamed. At the same time,
long-term sun exposure can result in the
thicker, inner layers of our skin losing
their elasticity.
“Every minute you’re out in the sun,
your body registers it,” says Dr Neal
Schultz, a New York based cosmetic
dermatologist. The good news is - you can
reverse the damage. “Whenever you start
protecting yourself from the sun, you will
stop the process of additional damage
and start to reverse, to some extent, what
you’ve already accumulated,” Dr Schultz
emphasises.
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papaya, 3 tablespoon
s of pineapple and
1 teaspoon of honey.
Maassa
ge gently into your fac
e and
neck, avoiding your de
licate eye area. Relax
for 10 minutes, allowin
g those enzymes to
be completely absorbe
d. Rinse your skin
well afterwards with wa
rm w
water, and slather
on a hydrating facia
ial cream.
Reverse sun damage
e
in four easy steps
Step 1
Exfoliate, exfoliate, exfoliate!!
For smooth, even-toned skin that shi
shines
hine
ness
with health, make time to
o exfoliate
k iis all
ll you
regularly. Once or twice a week
need to remove dead skin cells and rough
patches, stimulate cell renewal, and get
your glow back! Always exfoliate gently,
using natural and organic formulations
where possible. To lighten existing
pigmented, discoloured or blotchy areas,
look for skin care products containing soy,
kojic acid, vitamin C, liquorice or grape
seed extract. Regularly exfoliating with a
cream or gel containing alpha-hydroxy
acids can also help to fade dark spots and
discolourations over tim
time. Professional
i d
b i ttreatments
t
microdermabrasion
are another
fabulous way to smooth and even your
skin tone.
Step 2
Protect your skin with a high SPF
Protecting your skin from the sun is vital
to achieve a radiant, youthful-looking
complexion. By reducing your daily sun
exposure through wearing sunscreen, your
skin has time to heal and your immune
system is able to repair existing damage.
H E A LT H R E P O R T
If you do
get sunbur
ned
Add 5 drops of lav
ender and
2 drops of Roma
n chamomile
essentials oils to
15ml of pure
jojoba oil and ge
ntly apply to
affected areas to
soothe and
calm your skin.
Use sunscreen every day
– even on overcast days
and yes, even in winter!
For every day use, look
for a mineral based
(zinc oxide or titanium
dioxide),
chemicalfree, broad spectrum
sun protection with
an SPF of at least 15.
Apply your sunscreen
30 minutes before
exposure to maximise
protection, and reapply
at least every two hours.
Protect your skin with
sunglasses and an
oversized hat too.
Step 3
Grape se
seed extractt
lth
for skin health
Step 4
Researchers reporting in
the Journal of Medicinal
Food have discovered
that the oligomeric
proanthocyanidins (OPCs)
in grape seed extract
can protect against sun
damage and improve the
skin’s appearance by
bonding with collagen
thereby helping to
maintain healthy skin
cells and skin elasticity.
Strengthen skin with
antioxidants
Strengthening your skin is essential
in order to repair and heal years of
accumulated sun damage. Research
has demonstrated that regular use of
antioxidants such as vitamins A, C and
E both topically and internally can help
to repair sun damaged skin and prevent
premature ageing.
To heal and strengthen sun-weary,
lack-lustre skin try to put back what
the outdoor elements take out. Choose
hydrating, antioxidant-rich creams with
carrier oils such as argan, jojoba and
macadamia, which are abundant in
essential fatty acids to nourish and keep
skin super soft. Antioxidants help
to shield your skin’s DNA from
om
damage, while protectingg
collagen and elastic tissue
from those damaging free
radicals that cause wrinkles,
sagging skin and brown
spots. Vitamin C serums are
also excellent for penetrating
the skin’s outer layer quicklyy
and revitalising the skin.
Eat right to fight sun
damage
Stock up on cherries
this summer! Cherries
are a great source of the
antioxidant melatonin,
which protects the
skin against ultraviolet
radiation. They are also
packed with vitamin C
– essential for building
collagen and preventing
wrinkles.
Tossing some pomegranate seeds onto
your summer salads
is a fantastic way to
boost your antioxidant
intake, too. Pomegranates offer antiinflammatory benefits to the skin and can
protect it from UV-induced damage.
Lastly, adding fatty fish like salmon
to your diet will help protect skin from
the damaging inflammation caused by
sun exposure. Fatty fish like salmon and
mackerel are a great source of omega 3s
for radiant, dewy skin and also contain
selenium and protein, which are needed
for skin repair.
Helene Larson is a freelance beauty writer and certified nutrition and
lifestyle coach with a passion for health and wellness. Helene has written
extensively in the areas of health and beauty for over 12 years and worked
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H E A LT H R E P O R T
do you
need more
magnesium?
aturopath Paul
Keogh shares some
of the clues that
indicate you might benefit
from topping up your
magnesium levels.
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Magnesium is vital to a vast number of the
body’s processes and metabolic reactions,
but many Australians don’t consume
enough of it in their diets.
Unfortunately, there isn’t a reliable and
inexpensive test to determine the body’s
total magnesium levels. Instead, clinicians
often rely on their knowledge about who’s
most likely to be affected by magnesium
deficiency, and the types of symptoms that
it causes. Here are some of the red flags we
watch out for.
You’re physically active
Athletes and active people may need
magnesium in greater quantities than
other people, so if you exercise regularly,
it’s important to be aware that being
magnesium deficient may impair your
exercise performance and reduce your
stamina and endurance.
Magnesium supports exercise performance,
endurance and recovery in several ways,
including helping to maintain electrolyte
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balance, assisting muscle recovery after
exercise and reducing fatigue.
Taking a magnesium supplement may
assist with all these issues, and also help
prevent and/or relieve exercise-induced
muscle cramps, spasms, pain and weakness.
You experience muscle tension,
cramps or twitches
Magnesium deficiency can lead to a
wide variety of muscular symptoms,
ranging from tiny twitches in
your eyelid right through to
those agonising cramps in
the soles of your feet that
only ever seem to creep
up on you in the middle
of the night.
Taking a magnesium
supplement may help to
prevent or relieve these
symptoms, and may also
provide relief from the symptoms
of restless legs and fibromyalgia.
You’re experiencing stress, mood
problems or sleeping difficulties
High levels of stress can lead to magnesium
depletion, especially if the pressure you’re
under is particularly intense or persists for
an extended period of time.
In a vicious cycle, magnesium
deficiency can interfere with your normal
biorhythms and the excitability of your
nervous system, which in turn can disrupt
your sleeping patterns and play havoc with
your moods.
Magnesium supports healthy moods,
and taking a magnesium supplement
during times of stress may help to relieve
nervous tension, mild anxiety and
irritability.
Magnesium also enhances restful
sleep. For instance, in a study
involving older people with
insomnia, taking magnesium
supplements for four weeks
helped them fall asleep
faster, stay asleep longer,
and be less prone to waking
in the early morning.
You’re overweight
People who are overweight
or obese tend to consume lower
quantities of magnesium than those
whose weight is in a healthier range.
Since magnesium plays an important
role many metabolic functions, taking
a magnesium supplement to correct
this deficiency may help people who
are overweight but otherwise healthy to
maintain healthy blood sugar balance, and
may also have beneficial effects on their
maintenance of healthy blood cholesterol
and blood pressure.
H E A LT H R E P O R T
Choosing a
magnesium suppleme
nt
You get migraines
Studies have shown
that people who get
migraines often have low
levels of magnesium, and women
whose migraines tend to correlate with
their menstrual cycle are particularly
likely to be affected.
Taking a magnesium supplement may
help reduce the frequency and duration of
migraines.
You get PMS or period pain
The blood cells of women who experience
premenstrual syndrome (PMS) contain
lower levels of magnesium than
those of other women, and
studies have shown that taking
a magnesium supplement
(especially when combined
with vitamin B6) may help
relieve symptoms such as
cravings, fluid retention
and mood changes, as well
as being effective against
period pain.
You’re over 65 years old
Research from the Australian Bureau of
Statistics (ABS) indicates that the diets of
many older Australians don’t supply the
recommended quantities of magnesium.
Half of all Australian men over 65
Not all magnesium su
pplements are create
d equal. Some are
difficult to absorb or
are prone to causing
tummy upset.
When selecting a supp
lement, choose a pro
duct
that contains a highly
bioavailable, easily
absorbed source of ma
gnesium, such
as magnesium glycin
ate.
If swallowing large tab
lets is difficult for
you, consider taking
a powdered supplem
ent
that can be dissolved
in water, smoothies or
juice –
these have the added
benefit of being suita
ble to use
in your drink bottle wh
en you’re training. Th
ey also often
include additional nu
trients to support mu
scle health
and exercise perform
ance, such as the am
ino acids
carnitine, glutamine an
d taurine, sometimes
boosted
with coconut water to
support natural hydra
tion.
years old consume threequarters or less of their
recommended dietary
intake (RDI) of 420mg
per day, and half of all
women of the same
age consume less than
80 per cent of their RDI
(320mg per day).
The diets of people living
in nursing homes, hostels and
other forms of residential care are
considered particularly likely to be
magnesium deficient, but those living in
their own homes are also affected.
Since magnesium is involved in such a
wide variety of body processes, correcting
any imbalance
mbalance that’s present may have
far-reaching effects on your health and
wellbeing.
For example, in recently published
research, older women participating in a
gentle exercise program who took a
magnesium supplement for several
months experienced improvements in a
range of aspects of physical performance
that have an impact on day-to-day quality
of life, including walking speed and their
ability to stand up after sitting in a chair.
Paul Keogh is the executive and technical director for Global Therapeutics P/L
trading as Fusion Health. Paul is a qualified naturopath and medical herbalist
with 25 years combined experience in clinical practice and the development of
integrated Chinese and western herbal medicines.
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News
latest health research news from around the world
New hope for varicose vein sufferers
Grape seed extract contains anthocyanins and oligomeric
proanthocyanidins (OPCs) which are potent antioxidants. In
the circulatory system, they promote the structural integrity of
the capillaries, making them less permeable, and less prone to
swelling and injury. Clinical studies show that OPC-rich grape
seed extracts can help relieve symptoms of chronic venous
insufficiency (a cluster of symptoms that includes varicose
veins, heaviness and itching of the legs).
Olive leaf extract
good for your heart
Olive leaf extract probably best known for its immune
boosting properties, has now been shown to help support
cardiovascular function. In clinical studies, high doses of
olive leaf extract have been shown to help reduce elevated
‘bad’-cholesterol levels and assist in the maintenance of
normal blood pressure. In another study, patients with stage 1
hypertension found that
olive leaf extract performed as well as a
prescription blood pressure lowering drug.
Curcumin reduces
rheumatoid
arthritis pain
In a recent trial, rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients were given
either 1200mg daily of curcumin or a non-steroidal antiinflammatory drug (NSAID), for 14 days. Patients receiving
curcumin showed improvements in morning stiffness and joint
swelling, as did patients receiving the NSAIDS, however, the
curcumin group suffered no unpleasant side effects. A further
study in patients with active RA showed that taking 500mg
curcumin alone was more effective than taking conventional
medication. Patients taking the curcumin showed the highest
percentage of improvement and reported a reduction in
tenderness and joint swelling.
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living with
A
n amazing 60 per cent of
diabetes cases could be
prevented, or delayed at
least, if Australians maintained
a healthy weight. While family
history and genetics do
play a role, good nutrition
and regular exercise are
essential factors for
diabetes management,
reports naturopath
Caroline Robertson.
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A diabetes diagnosis is bitter sweet.
It’s bitter, balancing diet, exercise and
medication so meticulously. But being
health conscious has sweet long term
benefits. As one of my clients said,
“discovering I had diabetes made me
look after myself more than if I didn’t
have it. I started exercising, sorted
my diet, lost weight and improved
my cholesterol. It’s been a blessing in
disguise.” Though diabetes can affect the
eyes, heart, bladder, kidneys, feet, skin,
blood pressure and moods, millions of
Australian diabetics manage it well. With
medicine, supplements, herbs, nutrition
and exercise, diabetics can control their
condition, living long, happy lives.
Dealing with diabetes
Whether you have type 1 insulin
dependant diabetes or the more common
type 2 non-insulin dependant diabetes, the
management is very similar. The key is to
maintain your ideal weight, cholesterol
and blood pressure while enjoying
exercise, healthy eating and relaxation. In
fact, type 2 diabetes is preventable with
these straightforward steps.
Sugary signs
Diabetes occurs when you have insufficient
or ineffective insulin. Some signs of
diabetes are constant thirst, excessive
urination, extreme hunger, unusual weight
loss (type 1), unexplained weight gain
(type 2), fatigue and irritability, frequent
infections, blurry vision, poor wound
healing, tingling and numbness in
extremities, recurring infections, swollen
or bleeding gums, sweet cravings and
impotency. The diabetes risk increases
when you’re obese, over 45 and have a
family history, low HDL cholesterol, high
blood pressure, pancreatic damage,
polycystic ovarian syndrome, excess waist
weight or are exposed to chemicals.
Diabetes diet
You can still enjoy scrumptious meals
with diabetes, simply work with a dietitian
or a naturopath to devise a delicious meal
plan. Reduce processed foods, sugar,
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saturated fats and salt. Incorporate blood
sugar balancing foods including:
Cinnamon is a sweet spice that lowers
blood sugar. It also augments insulin, eases
inflammation and lowers cholesterol.
Turmeric contains curcumin, which
has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant
qualities and is reportedly responsible for
improving insulin resistance.
Bitter melon has extensive evidence
to support its use to reduce blood sugar
levels by blocking sugar absorption
and boosting sugar metabolism. It’s
hypoglycaemic and lipid-lowering properties
are due to charantin and the insulin-like
peptides and alkaloids it contains.
Other beneficial foods for diabetics are
buckwheat, broccoli, cloves, coffee, sage,
garlic, onions, pomegranate, jackfruit, figs,
Chinese yams, Reishi mushrooms, kidney
beans, lentils, soybeans and curry leaves.
Some eating guidelines for diabetes
Choose fibre rich foods with a low
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glycemic index. Visit the website
www.glycemicindex.com. At least 35g of
fibre daily is recommended. Try oat bran,
barley, flaxseed, slippery elm, psyllium,
fruits, vegetables, legumes, rice bran, nuts
or seeds.
Focus on fresh vegetables, wholegrains,
beans, nuts and low fructose fruit.
Eat regular meals, timed evenly
throughout the day.
Reduce saturated fat by avoiding deep
fried and fatty foods.
Match the amount of food you eat with
the amount you burn up each day. It’s
especially important to eat before and
after exercise.
Strictly limit foods with sugar. Instead
use stevia which has anti-diabetic
properties, revitalizing damaged beta
cells according to a 2011 study.
Drink plentiful pure water. High blood
sugar can suppress thirst and trick you
into thinking you’re hungry instead of
thirsty.
Vital nutrients
Supplements support a diabetic to have high
energy, strong organs and optimal blood
sugar. Here are my top recommendations Magnesium: Most diabetics are
deficient in magnesium. Studies
show that blood sugar control is
compromised by low magnesium.
It interrupts insulin secretion and
increases insulin resistance.
Vitamin B12: Vitamin B12 deficiency
is common in diabetics because the
diabetes drug metformin destroys
B12. Studies have shown that vitamin
B12 reduced the symptoms of diabetic
neuropathy in 39 per cent of people
studied.
Chromium: A constituent of glucose
tolerance factor, chromium increases
insulin receptors, boosts receptor
binding and activates insulin.
Vitamin E: Around 40 per cent of
diabetics have a gene variation that
means they are at significantly increased
Diabetes herbal dispensary
A plethora of plants help keep diabetes
iin check. Consider these in consultation
with your healthcare provider:
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Gymnema sylvestre is an Indian herb
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known as the ‘sugar destroyer.’ Its
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hypoglycaemic action is due to gymnemic
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acids, which lower blood sugar by
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and preventing adrenal hormones from
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stimulating the liver to produce glucose.
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Barberry and Golden Seal are
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considered important to manage diabetes
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iin Chinese medicine. These herbs contain
berberine which induces insulin-producing
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beta cell regeneration.
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Billberry protects a diabetic’s eyes
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and nerves through its antioxidant
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anthocyanidins. Bilberry also lowered
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blood sugar in animal studies.
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Ginkgo biloba boosts retinal capillary
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blood flow in type 2 diabetics.
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risk of heart disease. One study found that 400IU of vitamin
E daily could help reduce diabetics’ risk of stroke, heart attack
and cardiovascular death by a massive 50 per cent.
Vitamin D: This helps maintain healthy insulin levels in type
2 diabetes.
Zinc: Zinc is involved in all stages of insulin metabolism, it also
protects against the destruction of insulin-producing beta cells.
L-taurine is depleted in many diabetics. This deficiency can
contribute to kidney failure and liver problems.
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For diabetics it is important that you do not add or change any
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Always read the label. Use only as directed.
If symptoms persist consult your healthcare professional.
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Stress raises blood sugar by increasing insulin. It’s vital to
manage stress with meditation, relaxation, exercise, counselling
and a sane schedule.
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Exercise
Both aerobic and resistance training exercise improves insulin’s
action. Exercise is essential to regulate weight, blood sugar
and cholesterol. Daily movement prevents type 2 diabetes and
reduces the rate of complications with diabetics.
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erspiration is a natural and healthy bodily
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Perspiration plays a vital role in
controlling body temperature
and a minor but important role in
excreting unwanted minerals and
waste products.
There are two different types of
sweat glands in the skin:
The eccrine glands (also known
as merocrine glands), which are
found in numerous quantity almost
all over the body, but especially in the
armpits, on the forehead and on the
soles of the feet and palms of the hands.
These glands are active throughout our
lives (including during childhood), and
predominantly act to keep us cool during
hot weather or when we’re nervous or
excited. They excrete water, electrolytes
(eg. salt), and toxic metabolites (byproducts of alcohol and pharmaceutical
drugs, for example).
In contrast, the apocrine glands
are located only in the hair follicles of
the armpits, groin and nipples. They
begin functioning during puberty,
and in comparison to the watery sweat
excreted by the eccrine glands, the sweat
they excrete is relatively thick, sticky,
viscous and cloudy. This type of sweat
contains pheromones, and is one of the
physiological mechanisms involved in
attracting potential partners. The action
of bacteria on the skin of sweat from the
apocrine glands causes the unpleasant
smell we refer to as body odour.
Antiperspirants are often used to
counteract body odour. They contain an
aluminium-based active ingredient that is
absorbed into the hair follicle along with
water, causing the cells to swell and close,
and thus temporarily preventing them
from excreting sweat. When the effect
wears off, sweat production reverts to
its original levels and the antiperspirant
needs to be applied again.
This is an effective means of
controlling odour, but also interferes
with one of the body’s natural processes of
waste removal. In most forms of natural
therapy, the inhibition of any of the
body’s methods of excretion is considered
detrimental to health, as without efficient
mechanisms for removing wastes, toxins
may accumulate in the tissues.
Additionally, only aluminium-containing
compounds (such as aluminium chloride,
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avoid its use until possible links between
Alzheimer’s disease and aluminium
exposure are clarified.
An alternative to using aluminiumcontaining antiperspirants is to use natural
deodorants based on essential oils that
prevent bacterial build-up while supporting
the body’s temperature controlling and
detoxification mechanisms ie. they do
not disrupt the body’s natural functions.
Weleda has a number of NATRUE
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Natural crystal deodorants, containing
crystallised salts, are also a popular choice.
There is a significant difference between
naturally occurring alum found in these
products and synthetic aluminium
compounds in antiperspirants. Naturally
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In harmony with nature and the human being.
healthy lunchbox
etting kids organised
and off to school
is hectic enough
without dealing with
lunchbox panic! Mona
Hecke, author of The
Lunchbox Revolution, has
some tips and recipes to
help you pack a lunch that
is not only healthy but one
your kids will love to eat.
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Top tips for the school lunchbox!
Make sure there’s always room to keep
the lunchbox chilled with an ice brick.
This will keep food fresh and crisp, ready
to eat at lunchtime!
1
2
A healthy, tasty lunchbox will not
magically appear in the fridge come
Monday morning. Get organised with the
kids (Sunday afternoon) and write a list of
what they would like to make for their
lunchboxes for the coming week. Then
take them shopping encouraging healthy
fresh choices. It’s a great idea to give your
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kids their own small hand basket for them
to fill with fresh fruits and vegetables,
nuts, seeds and healthy snacks.
3
Encourage your children to spend time
in the kitchen (Sunday afternoon)
preparing and packing their lunchbox.
Have some fun making homemade muesli
bars and healthy snacks. This will reduce
the Monday morning madness and it also
helps the kids with their time management
life skills.
4
Avoid the ‘packet lunchbox’. Filling a
child’s lunchbox with processed and
packaged food is devoid of nutrients.
Growing bodies and busy minds need real
whole food that is fresh from nature and
nutrient dense. Children who are fed a
wholesome diet from a young age are
more inclined to make healthy choices as
they grow into adulthood. And you will
also be saving the environment, and kids
love that!
5
Make lunch interesting! We all love
variety, even the kids. By giving them a
selection of smaller options they are more
likely to eat a healthy range of food options
and a wider variety of essential food groups!
6
Make a little extra at dinner time! By
making a little extra at dinner time,
you can immediately pack the leftovers
into small containers for the lunchbox.
Ideal leftovers include things like brown
fried rice, wholemeal pasta salad, mini
quiches and mini meat/chicken balls!
7
Don’t forget to include cold water in
the lunchbox. Children do not need
sugary juices and sports drinks. Ice cold
water is the best option to hydrate busy
bodies and best of all, water will quench
the thirst without increasing calories.
Freezing fruit like orange segments
and grapes is also a great way to keep
hydrated!
8
Children need guidance to make
good choices. Introduce a star
system to inspire healthy options, get
them to participate in the shopping
and preparation, but most of all be
consistent and confident that the
healthy choices you make today will
help your children grow into happy,
healthy adults.
For more lunchbox ideas and recipes
visit thelunchboxrevolution.com.au or
purchase a copy at Go Vita.
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Beef Balls
Ingredients:
• 1 kg beef mince
• 1 medium brown onion
• 2 eggs
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• 4 spring onions finely dice
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• 1 cup coo
• soy sauce/tamari
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Revolution
Reprinted from The Lunchbox
Perfect Sweet™
Chocolate Brownies
NATUROPATHS CHOICE
Gluten free | Sugar free | flour free
Method:
1. Preheat oven 180°C (160°C fanforced). Line a 20cm square cake
pan with baking powder
2. Use an electric beater to beat egg
yolks, ricotta & vanilla until pale.
3. Add baking powder and
Chocolate Bake Mix and combine
on low speed. Beat for 2 minutes
on medium speed.
4. Using clean electric beater and a
clean bowl, beat egg whites until
soft peaks form.
5. Gently fold half the beaten egg
whites into the chocolate
Ingredients:
• 3 x 50g eggs, separated
• 180g ricotta
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
• ½ tsp gluten free baking powder
• 1 packet Perfect Sweet™
Chocolate Bake Mix
mixture. Then gently fold in
remaining whites.
6. Bake at 180°C (160°C fan-forced)
for 10 minutes and then reduce
heat to 150°C/130°C fan-forced
and bake a further 15 minutes.
7. Cool in pan 10 minutes before
turning onto a wire rack to cool
completely
Makes 12 brownies, keep in the
fridge for five days. Thanks to our
friends at Perfect Sweet™ for this
e.
recipe.
Tomato Pesto/
Rocket Pesto
Ingredients:
• 150g semi dried tomatoes
• 150g roasted capsicum
• 200g fetta cheese
(creamy variety)
• dash of sweet chilli sauce
• 1 clove garlic
• cracked black pepper
• olive oil
Method:
Blend all
ingredients in
food processor.
Alternatively, replace tom
ato and
capsicum with rocket leaves.
Fabulous as a dip with cracke
rs
and vegie sticks.
Keep in fridge for five days.
Reprinted from The Lunchbox
Revolution
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LIVE WELL
guide to popular
homeopathic
remedies
ith advocates
from the British
royal family to
Mother Teresa, homeopathy
has stood the test of time.
And today, this 200 year old
form of medicine is rapidly
regaining popularity. Here’s a
guide to the most common
homeopathic remedies.
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What is homeopathy?
Homeopathy is a unique system of
medicine that aims to promote good health
by stimulating the body’s own natural
healing ability. It is a natural therapy based
on the principle of ‘like cures like’. That
is, substances that can cause symptoms of
a disease in healthy subjects can be used
in minute doses as a treatment for that
same disease. For example we know that
drinking coffee can over-stimulate the
nervous system and cause insomnia, but in
homeopathic preparations a micro dose of
coffee can be used to relieve insomnia.
Common homeopathic remedies and their uses
Arnica
• Assists body’s natural resistance to shock, injury, fatigue and bruising.
• Before and after dental surgery and in times of trauma.
• Aids normal muscle recovery after strenuous exercise or exertion.
Belladonna
• Assists the body’s normal reaction to temperature imbalance.
Calc Fluor
• Supports healthy healing of muscle injuries, varicose veins
Calc Phos
• Relieves pains in joints and bones, stiffness and pain in limbs, that’s worse with
change in weather.
Calc Sulph
• Aids healing of cuts and wounds that discharge pus and are slow to heal, also helpful
for dry and itchy skin rashes and teenage acne conditions.
Ferr Phos
• Helps during early stages of fever and inflammation, nosebleeds and teething fever.
Kali Mur
• Ideal remedy for allergies, sinus infections, and excess mucus, relieves colds when
there is white nasal discharge, tongue is coated white and sinus problems exist.
• Helps with emotional symptoms including nervousness, anxiety, mental confusion,
lack of interest.
Kali Phos
• Helps during nervous exhaustion, tension, irritability.
• Especially usefully in situations of overwork and worry – especially studying.
Mag Phos
• Helps relieve cramping of muscles, muscular twitching, rheumatic pains,
menstrual pains, fatigue and exhaustion.
Melantonin
• Relieves the symptoms of sleeplessness at night particularly when caused by jet-lag.
Nat Mur
• Helps relieve fluid retention.
• Helpful to overcome situations of sadness, grief and anger.
Nat Phos
• Useful where there is excess acid, relieves gout, stiffness.
Nat Sulph
• Helps body’s response to indigestion, heartburn and flatulence.
Silica
• Assist brittle /ribbed nails with white spots, relieves acne.
• Beneficial for relieving sweaty feet.
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We promote the role of complementary
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We welcome you to join the CMA if you have
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Back to school essentials
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02 8073 3333
02 4421 6319
02 6362 7442
02 4731 1017
02 6583 2224
02 9772 3420
02 4982 0899
02 9529 2444
02 4297 4916
02 4751 6772
Opening soon
02 9746 8686
Opening soon
02 6551 2614
02 6736 5242
02 4969 1102
02 6658 8838
02 9807 4051
02 4950 4022
02 4351 1111
02 4455 3565
02 4577 4702
02 4344 4822
02 9299 5266
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Darwin
08 8941 6166
QUEENSLAND
Anzac Square
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Benowa
Bundaberg
Cairns City
Capalaba
Capri
Chermside
Chinchilla
Corinda
Currimundi
Earlville
Forest Lake
Gympie
Hawthorne
Hervey Bay
Indooroopilly
Loganholme
Mackay
Maroochydore
Maryborough
Mermaid Waters
Mount Gravatt
Mount Ommaney
Paddington
Redbank
Robina
Smithfield
Southport
Springwood
Stanthorpe
Toombul
Toowoomba
Victoria Point
West End
07 5597 0703
07 4152 4888
07 4031 0018
07 3245 3877
07 5538 0722
07 3359 0910
07 4662 7066
07 3379 4654
07 5493 2866
07 4054 2481
07 3714 9355
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07 3399 1002
07 4124 9922
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07 3801 2561
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07 4038 1662
07 5531 1402
07 3209 3864
07 4681 1575
07 3266 3077
07 4638 5677
07 3820 8233
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SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Colonnades
Fairview Green
Marion
Mitcham
08
08
08
08
8186
8251
8296
8373
5466
4242
8401
6502
Mount Barker
Mount Gambier
Munno Para
Newton Village
Semaphore
Tanunda
Tea Tree Plaza
Toombul
Victoria Square
08 8391 1576
08 8723 2722
08 8284 1511
08 8337 9818
Opening Soon
08 8563 0244
08 8264 5133
08 3256 6397
08 8231 9454
VICTORIA
Ballarat
Bayside
Berwick
Chelsea
Doncaster
Eastland
Forest Hill
Greensborough
Knox
Maribyrnong
Mornington
Ocean Grove
Rye
Southern Cross
The Glen
Torquay
Warrnambool
03
03
03
03
03
03
03
03
03
03
03
03
03
03
03
03
03
5331
9781
9707
9772
9840
9870
9877
9432
9801
9318
5976
5255
5985
9642
9887
5261
5562
5316
4430
1148
5614
2534
2010
5705
8401
5696
6642
1180
4650
4887
2164
8979
3220
3798
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Bunbury
08
Cottesloe
08
Currambine
08
Greenwood
08
Innaloo
08
Kalgoorlie
08
Ocean Keys
08
Southlands
08
Woodvale
08
9707
9286
9304
9203
9244
9021
9407
9332
9309
3248
4993
2413
9322
4324
8509
8481
3920
2931
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