Soak Your Nuts!

Soak Your Nuts!

  Nuts are a great source of protein (ten to 25 per cent) and up to 80 per cent of the  fat they contain is unsaturated. Nuts (plain I’m afraid!) are also a significant source of fibre, minerals (copper, magnesium and potassium) and vitamins such as folic...
Leaky Gut

Leaky Gut

Leaky Gut Syndrome is a key contributor to many health issues, from autoimmunity to skin problems.   Leaky gut syndrome is when the lining of the digestive tract begins to allow unwanted particles to pass through into the bloodstream. Our immune system detects...
Lions Mane- Connecting the Gut Brain Axis

Lions Mane- Connecting the Gut Brain Axis

THE MEDICINAL MUSHROOM THAT CONNECTS THE GUT-BRAIN AXIS Lion’s Mane (Hericium erinaceus), or simply Hericium, is a medicinal mushroom widely used for its benefits to the body. It is also known as ‘Yamabushitake’, ‘Hou Tou Gu’ (monkey head mushroom), ‘hedgehog...
Reishi

Reishi

  Ganoderma lucidum What is Reishi? Known as the ‘mushroom of immortality’, Reishi ( also known in latin as ‘ Ganoderma lucidum’  is a mushroom with a reddish body and a woody texture. Its flesh has a leathery texture and a bitter taste. This may explain why...
Support Your Immune System With These Simple Tips

Support Your Immune System With These Simple Tips

Let’s “pause and take stock” and really focus on staying healthy as we head towards the winter months Supporting your immune system  The best way to keep yourself well is to support your immune system by adopting a healthy diet and lifestyle. Reduce your toxic load...