Back pain is so common that it's often described as a normal part of being human. More than eighty percent of people will experience back pain at some time during... read more →
Human beings are designed to walk upright. A curve in the lower backbone, specially adapted pelvis and thigh bones plus the upright position of the head on the spine all... read more →
It's Arthritis Awareness Week again. As osteopaths we get to see first-hand the continued growth in the burden of musculoskeletal (MSK) health issues. Australia has an aging population and will be... read more →
There is no better time than spring to detox. Fresh produce is in abundance and the warmer weather encourages a healthier lifestyle. Now that winter is behind us, many feel like... read more →
Does kale really live up to all the hype? Sure does! This green leafy vegetable is a rich source of vitamins A, C, K, folate, as well as minerals calcium,... read more →
This tea helps kick cold and flu butt! Garlic has anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties, but remember its important to crush garlic in order to activate allicin – a potent bacteria... read more →
We are not out of cold and flu season just yet, so let’s not forget about staying healthy and keeping our number one defence system fit – our immune system!... read more →
Dairy free, Gluten free, Nut free Ingredients (serves 4 as a side) 1½ cups white quinoa 3 small beetroot 2 small leeks, trimmed, cleaned and cut into 2 cm... read more →
Gluten free, Nut free Ingredients (serves 4) 8 small sweet potatoes (about 150 g each), scrubbed 2 tsp coconut oil, softened sea salt & freshly ground black pepper serving... read more →
Vegan, Gluten free Ingredients (makes 6) 2 cups almond milk 1 x 100 g acai smoothie pack, thawed 5 Tbsp cocoa powder 1 tsp vanilla extract pinch sea... read more →
Gluten free, Dairy free Ingredients (makes approximately 5 servings) 1 cup hulled buckwheat 1/2 cup coconut flakes 1/4 cup raw almonds 1/4 cup almond meal 2 Tbsp sunflower seeds... read more →
Dairy free option, Gluten free, Fibre Ingredients (serves 4 as a side) 1 Tbsp ghee or coconut oil 1 large brown onion, diced 3 bruised cardamom pods, bruised... read more →
Gluten free, Dairy free, Liver function Notes To make a nutritious smoothie, you should use the freshest, best quality produce you can get your hands on- even better if it's... read more →
Gluten free, Dairy free options Ingredients (makes 10) 4 large eggs 1 cup milk (substitute almond milk) pinch salt 110 g (2/3 cup) buckwheat flour 2 Tbsp butter (substitute... read more →
Gluten free, Dairy free, Protein Ingredients (serves 3 - 4) 2 Tbsp coconut oil 300 g tempeh, halved horizontally to create 2 thin slabs, each cut into 8 rectangular... read more →
Gluten free, Dairy free, Protein Ingredients (serves 1) 2 tsp olive oil 1 small garlic clove, finely chopped 4 Swiss brown or white mushrooms, thinly sliced 3 sprigs thyme,... read more →
Dairy free option, Low GI Ingredients (serves 4 - 6) 2 medium sized sweet apples (such as pink lady) 2 Tbsp lemon juice ½ cup natural yoghurt (or substitute... read more →
Gluten free, Dairy free, Low GI Ingredients (serves 4) 1 Tbsp coconut oil 2 onions, peeled, halved & thinly sliced 3 cm piece ginger, grated 3 cloves garlic,... read more →