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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...

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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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18 Sep

Most kids love pancakes and these pancakes are a super healthy and easy to cook making them a delicious choice for breakfast.  Eggs are high in protein to build strong muscles and keep your child feeling full.  The also contain lots of fibre to support children’s gut health and a robust children’s immune system. Ingredients 1 ripe banana1 free-range egg2 tablespoons flour of choice Method Mash the banana in a bowl until smooth.Add the egg and mix into to the banana until well combine then add the flour and whisk until smooth and set aside for 5 minutes.Lightly spray a frying pan with olive...

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18 Sep

Healthy children can’t resist these little biscuits, they are brimming with nutrition and deliciousness.   Ingredients 1 banana, mashed ¾ cup rolled oats 3 tablespoons peanut butter (or nut butter of choice) 1 tablespoon good quality honey   Method Preheat oven to 180oC (350oF) and line a baking tray with baking paper. In a medium bowl, combine all the ingredients and mix together. Scoop tablespoons of mixture and form into balls and place on the baking tray and flatten slightly. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes and allow to cool on the baking tray and then move to a wire rack to cool completely. Store in an air tight tin. Makes: 10 cookies Fiona's Tip:...

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18 Sep

Making your own muesli allows you to purchase good quality fresh ingredients.  You can vary the recipe to suit the family taste buds.   Ingredients ½ cup flaxseeds 1 cup almonds, slivered, chopped or flaked 1 cup sunflower seeds 1 cup shredded coconut 1 cup walnuts, chopped ½ cup dried apple or goji berries 2 teaspoons cinnamon 2 teaspoons vanilla essence Add either 1 kg traditional oats or for gluten free muesli use rolled quinoa or rice flakes   Method In a large bowl, mix all ingredients together. Store in a cool place in an air tight container with a tight fitting. Naturopathy Can Help With the Following Childhood Conditions Fiona provides tailored health plans based on...

09:55 / Recipes
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18 Sep

French toast is a great way to disguise eggs if your child doesn’t like eating them on their own.  Eggs are high in vitamin D which supports a robust children’s immune system making them an excellent choice to include in your healthy children’s meals.  Buy organic or free-range eggs if possible.   Ingredients 1 slice of gluten-free wholemeal bread 1 free-range egg, beaten 1/3 cup milk of choice ½ teaspoon cinnamon, optional   Method Heat a small amount of butter in a frying pan. Beat the egg in a shallow dish. Dip the bread into the mixture and cover both sides thoroughly with the mixture. Let the excess mixture drip off the...

09:20 / Recipes
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18 Sep

Who says you can’t have biscuits for breakfast!  These nutritious gut friendly ingredients are a bowl of goodness made into delicious biscuits the whole family will love.   Ingredients 3 cups rolled oats 1 cup ripe bananas, mashed 1 cup almond meal ½ cup coconut, shredded or desiccated 2/3 cup good quality honey or maple syrup 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/3 cup dried fruit (sultanas, currents, apricots or goji berries) 1/3 cup seeds (pumpkin, sesame or sunflower) ½ cup coconut oil or olive oil, lightly flavoured   Method Preheat oven to 180oC (350oF) and line 2 baking trays with baking paper. Add all the ingredients together in a large bowl and mix together...

09:07 / Recipes
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14 Sep

Healthy kids will love these gorgeous raspberry bliss balls.  They are deliciously quick to make and the perfect snack for the fussiest of eaters.  Raspberries are an excellent source of Vitamin C, antioxidants and dietary fibre and other essential nutrients.  They freeze well so double up the mix because they won’t last long.   Ingredients ½ cup frozen raspberries 1 cup almonds (nut-free option use GF rolled oats) 1 cup desiccated coconut plus extra for rolling 1 tablespoon cold-pressed coconut oil 2 tablespoon maple syrup or raw honey     Method Grind the nuts (or oats) in a food processed until smooth. Add the remainder of the ingredients and mix until combined. Roll...

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