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Latest News from The Children’s Naturopath

30 Sep

Sleep is essential for the healthy functioning of the immune, hormonal and cardiovascular systems, as well as regulating appetite, metabolic processes and brain function. However, all too often children often present with sleep issues, whether they are having difficulty falling or staying asleep, waking unrefreshed, experiencing circadian disruption exacerbated by excess screen time, or struggling to relax due to restless legs, muscle tension or cramps.   Short-term sleep disruption has been linked with impaired glucose metabolism, elevated cortisol levels, increased hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis activation, cognitive impairments and mood issues including anxiety and depression. When poor sleep becomes a chronic issue, it...

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30 Sep

Does Your Body Need Nutrients? With up to 80% of Australians and New Zealanders deficient in essential minerals,1 does your body need a nutrient top up? If you have been feeling low in energy, getting frequent colds or finding your stress levels increasing, your body may be in need of important vitamins and minerals to function at its best. You may experience a decline in health and be at an increased risk of developing certain health conditions if your nutrient status is low. Those with health conditions may also have higher demands for particular vitamins and minerals. The ideal way...

09:47 / Children's General Health
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30 Sep

The Return of the Silly Season Each year the seasonal festivities pose a challenge to sustaining your health. You may give in to cravings for refined carbohydrates, sugary treats and alcohol – waking up in the New Year with a metabolic ‘hangover’ of weight gain and fatigue caused by erratic blood glucose (sugar) levels. However, the holiday period doesn’t mean your health has to come undone providing you put in place some simple strategies, including balancing your blood glucose and insulin levels. Blood Glucose vs. Insulin Following each meal your body releases the hormone insulin in response to rising blood glucose...

09:46 / Children's General Health
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30 Sep

Are you sick of being sick? Disease causing viruses or bacteria can enter your body simply by breathing or eating! Fortunately, only a few of these, particularly viral, ‘pathogens’ result in a cold or flu because you are equipped with an immune system specifically designed to fight off unwanted invaders. That said, are you one of the many people, for whom a string of colds and flu is a way of life in winter? Perhaps getting rid of the seemingly endless sniffles, sneezing and sore throats seems like an unachievable ideal. Fortunately, it is possible to improve your immune system function...

09:43 / Children's General Health
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30 Sep

The gut is considered in traditional Naturopathic philosophy, as the seat of all health. It’s not surprising then, that managing the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) is a key step in managing almost all other body systems. The gut is a complex system and any dysfunction in the gut can have a profound influence over other body systems. As a result of this complexity, managing digestive disorders isn’t always simple and there are often many contributing factors that lead to, and are a consequence of, GIT dysfunction. To truly restore gut health, a treatment plan will ideally address each and every one of...

04:09 / Children's General Health / Gut Health
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27 Sep

These delicious and creamy satay's use coconut milk which is high in a beneficial fat called lauric acid that is easily absorbed and used by the body as energy.  Coconut milk is also a good source of vitamins and minerals plus it contains important antiviral and antimicrobial properties to support children’s immune function. Ingredients 1 ½ tablespoon GF red curry paste3 tablespoons crunchy peanut butter400gm coconut milk500gm chicken thigh fillets, chopped1 onion, finely sliced2 carrots, grated2 zucchinis, grated Method Heat oil in large saucepan; cook onion until soft.  Add red curry paste and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Add finely sliced chicken and grated...

00:28 / Recipes
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27 Sep

This cottage pie recipe is such a great way to get additional vegies into your healthy child’s diet.  You can use whatever veggies you have at hand. Ingredients Quantity of Fibre Rich Bolognaise Sauce (see our recipe)Veggie Mash½ cauliflower1 medium sweet potato2 potatoes or carrots2 tablespoons butterMilk of choice Method Heat oven to 180oC (350oF). Cut your vegetables of choice into chunks or florets.Using a pot of boiling water or a steamer, cook veggies until well cooked.  (Cauliflower 10-15 minutes, sweet potato and potato 20-30 minutes).Allow to cool slightly.Either mash the vegies by hand or in a food processor.  Add butter and enough milk...

00:23 / Recipes
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27 Sep

This delicious meat free meal is easy to make and a great way to get extra veggies into your child’s diet.  It’s also high in protein to support your healthy child’s growth and development. Ingredients 1 onion, finely chopped1 capsicum, finely chopped2 carrots, grated1 ½ cups peas (can be frozen)6 eggs1 handful spinach leaves, chopped2 tablespoons milk of choice½ cup good quality cheddar cheese, grated2 cloves garlic, mincedSea salt and pepper1 lemon, rind1 teaspoon ground cumin Method Preheat oven to 220oC.  In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, cheese, cumin and seasoning. Heat oil in a cast iron or heavy based frying pan,...

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21 Sep

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a childhood disorder that can continue into adulthood. Symptoms of ADHD can be disruptive in certain environments or even during a child’s day-to-day life. They may have difficulty controlling their behavior and emotions at school or in social settings. This can affect their development or how they perform academically. Behavioural Symptoms of ADHD include: ✅ Becoming easily distracted ✅ Not following directions✅ Feeling impatient often✅ Fidgety ADHD Nutritional Suggestions Some studies suggest that certain nutritional supplements can ease symptoms of ADHD.  Zinc Zinc is an essential mineral that plays a vital role in brain health. A zinc deficiency may have...

11:41 / Brain Health
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20 Sep

Over the past decade or so, there has been a dramatic increase in the number of children diagnosed with compromised brain function which include conditions such as ADHD, autism, cognitive problems, alongside an increase in depression and anxiety.   So, what is it about the modern lifestyle that is so destructive to the health of our children’s brain function? The gut as key to mental development Research papers backed by clinical experience indicate there is a definite connection between gut health and brain function.  In fact the gut and brain originate from the same area in the embryo. Therefore children who suffer from digestive complaints...

03:36 / Brain Health / Children's General Health / Children's Health Conditions / Gut Health
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