Smoothies can be a quick and easy way to nourish your body with all of the nutrients that are essential to maintaining optimal health and wellbeing. How many times have you heard the phrase ‘eat your greens?’ This can be a tough task to complete when our lives are so...
Nutrition
Wellness Wednesday – Milk thistle
Milk thistle, also known as Silybum marianum is an ancient herb that has been used as a remedy for a variety of ailments particularly for problems of the liver, kidney, and gall bladder. The active component of this medicinal herb is a flavonoid called Silymarin. This...
Wellness Wednesday- Digestive Enzymes
The phrase ‘you are what you eat’ is only half true. You are also what you digest and absorb- and digestive enzymes are essential for better digestion and an increase in nutrient absorption. What are digestive enzymes? The human body produces digestive enzymes for the...
Wellness Wednesday – How to boost your immune system
‘How to boost your immune system’ Are you feeling run down or tired after the festive period? Nurse Fiona talks us through 4 steps that we can take to boost our immunity this January. The immune system is a network of organs, cells and proteins that protect the...
Wellness Wednesday – Turmeric
Turmeric- it’s worth the hype! Turmeric has been around for centuries and is commonly used for its healing properties. You are probably familiar with this yellow spice as it is found in many cuisines from around the globe. Turmeric contains various powerful...
Wellness Wednesday – Cauliflower
"Cauliflower - a super-food that is often overlooked" As we approach the shortest day of the year we are well and truly in winter mode. Just as our wardrobe changes with the seasons, Nurse Fiona truly believes that we should also adjust the food we eat to reflect what...