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06 Nov

There are hundreds of food variations available when packing a bento box.  However, it can sometimes be difficult to decide which foods are healthy choices.  These are some of our suggestions.   70 Bento Box Suggestions For Healthy Children's Lunch 70 Bento Box Suggestions Carrot sticks Pineapple Green peas Cherry tomatoes Corn kernals Tiny cucumbers Corn kernels Natural corn chips Olives Corn fritters Grapes Grated cheese Bocconcini Cottage cheese Fetta cubes Coconut yoghurt Rice crackers Lamb rissoles Tortilla chips Noodles Natural yoghurt Pretzels Kiwifruit Watermelon Mango Apricots Sushi Rice paper rolls Beetroot dip Humus Tuna Meat balls Boiled egg Pumpkin seeds BBQ chicken Mashed vegies Olives Chicken wings Chicken drumsticks Corn fritters Chicken balls Cheese squares Blueberries Raspberries Fried rice French toast Quiche Oat biscuits Wraps Orange portions Zucchini fritters Poached chicken Bliss balls Banana* Museli Rice crackers Avocado* Apple* Celery sticks Tuna Patties Roast beef Smoked salmon Cream cheese Falafel Chicken rissoles Pea fritters Corn muffins Bacon & zucchini slice Leek & potato patties Popcorn Benefits of the Bento Box The bento box is...

00:33 / Healthy Eating
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01 Nov

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...

08:53 / Gut Health
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01 Nov

Cod liver oil is a nutrient-dense supplement made from the livers of several species of the cod fish.  It's an incredibly nutritious type of fish oil that supports the health of the immune system and integrity of the mucus membranes. Cod liver oil has an impressive nutritional profile that includes large amounts of vitamins A, D, and omega-3 fatty acids.  It has been used for centuries to promote immune system health and prevent rickets - a bone condition in children caused by lack of vitamin D. But the health benefits of cod liver oil may not end there. The powerful nutrient-dense...

07:52 / Brain Health / Children's General Health / Immune Health
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01 Nov

Include protein rich foods in each meal or snack ✅ Protein helps to regulate your child's appetite and keep them feeling full for longer periods of time. ✅ Protein protects your muscle tissue and gives additional energy for fun and games. ✅ Protein foods include fish, seafood, poultry, meat, eggs, dairy, soy and legumes. ✅ Include one palm size portion of protein per meal and increase to two palms of tofu and tempeh.     Children's Nutritionist Approved Carbohydrates ✅ Starch carbohydrates have a high glycaemic index (GI) and other less valuable nutrients to the body. ✅ Bread, rice, past and cereals should be kept so two small servings...

00:40 / Healthy Eating
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01 Nov

ingredients ¼ cup of uncooked quinoa flakes ¾ cup of unsweetened almond milk ½ tablespoon of almonds, chopped ½ cup of fresh berries A pinch of ground cinnamon to serve method Soak quinoa flakes with ¼ cup almond milk overnight in the fridge. This speeds up the cooking time in the morning. Add soaked quinoa flakes to a small saucepan with the remaining ½ cup almond milk. Heat on low-medium heat until simmering, stirring regularly. Cook for approximately 5 to 6 minutes, or until the porridge is thickened, smooth and creamy. Serve topped with chopped almonds and your choice of berries. Sprinkle with ground cinnamon.   Variations: Use rice milk instead of almond milk...

00:10 / Recipes
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31 Oct

Your gut is where you absorb all the nutrients to power your body, making a healthy digestive system central to your overall health. But did you know that there are close to 2 kg worth of bacteria in your gut? That’s literally billions of tiny micro-organisms living and growing in your gut right now – collectively called gut ‘microbiota’. These beneficial bacteria encourage healthy digestion and support an efficient immune system, keeping any undesirable bacteria at minimal levels. However, if the numbers of undesirable bacteria begin to outweigh the beneficial bacteria this can lead to digestive symptoms such as constipation, wind and...

22:28 / Healthy Eating
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31 Oct

Now we are not strangers to the building blocks of feeding our children a good meal throughout the day. Now familiarise yourself with the ingredients. Almond meal Also called ground almonds and is a healthy grain-free flour alternative to make cakes and biscuits or for crumbing meats and fish.  Ideally grind whole almonds as required in a food processor to avoid the fat in the nuts from going rancid if it has been exposed to light and/or heat. Almond butter (nut butter) These are ground almond paste and a wonderful substitute for butter.  Any nut can be round into a paste, they are a...

21:07 / Healthy Eating
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31 Oct

  When cooking food, the main consideration is to keep the vitamin and mineral content intact as much as possible.  To preserve the precious nutritional content, cook at lower temperatures and if required, for a longer period of time.  Try to avoid frying as this essentially destroys the nutrients.     The best cooking methods include ✅ Braising ✅ Poaching ✅ Sautéing ✅ Simmering ✅ Steaming ✅ Stewing ✅ Stir frying in water     Microwave cooking Many homes rely on cooking in the microwave oven as a way to get food prepared and on the table quickly.  There are some cautions to be aware of when preparing food in this manner. One of the...

06:41 / Healthy Eating
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31 Oct

Organic food is more nutritious than ordinary produce because it is not sprayed with herbicides and pesticides.  It also contains more vitamins and minerals because of better farming practices.   The advantage of introducing organic food to children is to reduce chemicals in their diet that may interfere with the delicate balance between their immune system, gut and brain.  These communication pathways are still learning to talk with each other and chemicals may be likely to interfere with this conversation.  For most, the choice of going totally organic is not an option because of the expense.  However, because of increased demand, supermarkets...

06:20 / Healthy Eating
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31 Oct

  Below are examples on substituting healthier versions of a particular food. Limit these Healthy substitute Wheat flour Wholemeal spelt flour, coconut flour, quinoa flour Wheat pasta/spaghetti Soba noodles, rice noodles, spelt noodles, buckwheat noodles White rice Brown rice, basmati rice, wild rice Vegetable oil, sunflower oil, Soya bean oil, Canola oil, Corn oil, Grapeseed oil, Safflower oil Oil for cooking: Coconut oil, Olive oil, Rice bran oil Oil for pouring:  Flaxseed oil, Macadamia oil, Walnut oil (keep refrigerated) Margarine Butter, avocado, nut butters Table salt Sea Salt, Celtic salt Sugar Rice malt syrup, raw honey Refined sweet biscuits Make biscuits at home and substitute sugar with rice malt sugar Processed dry biscuits Natural wholemeal rice crackers, rice biscuits, wholemeal gluten...

06:12 / Healthy Eating
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