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JUN

2017

Embracing the winter solstice

Tags : ambivert, Australia, christmas in july, depression, isolation, loneliness, nature, posture, reflection, SAD, seasonal affective disorder, solstice, Southern hemisphere, winter blues, winter solstice

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There are so many things about modern life I love, not the least being instantaneous heat, light and a long, hot bath. Winter solstice, which marks the shortest day and longest night of the year, is a great reminder that things have not always been so effort-less. As it’s so much...

JUN

2017

June update

Posted By : Gill Stannard

Tags : Bali, Fitzroy Falls, mojo, recipes, Retreat, Winter

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At the beginning of each new season I suffer from a kind of temporary amnesia – what on earth do I wear and eat in this chilly weather? It can take a few days, or weeks, to remember my favourite comfort meals, clothes and rainy day activities.* Once I’ve dug out a warm coat and...

healthy winter recipes Gill Stannard naturopath

JUN

2017

What to eat when the weather turns cold

Posted By : Gill Stannard

Tags : cold weather, family food, health winter recipes, meal planning, omnivore, vegetarian, winter food

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As the temperature drops it’s not unusual to crave warm and starchy food. Starting the day with something hot and protein-rich, can stop the sweet cravings from creeping in later. But how can you keep your cooking mojo firing for three meals a day? To stave off boredom, here are...

bean vegetable soup naturopath Gill Stannard

JUN

2017

Recipe: winter bean and vegetable soup

Posted By : Gill Stannard

Tags : bean and vegetable soup, easy recipes, healthy food, soup, vegetarian, winter soup

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Bean and vegetable is my favourite, hearty winter soup. It’s an easy one-pot meal and can also be made in a slow cooker. The quantities and ingredients are adaptable, depending on the beans, vegetables and herbs you prefer. Bean and vegetable soup (serves 4) 1 -2 tabs olive oil 1...

MAY

2017

May update – autumn woes and wonders

Posted By : Gill Stannard

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After seeing clients in Melbourne earlier this month I was beginning to miss living somewhere with such distinctive seasons. Sure the mornings are cold, but when the sun shines on the autumn leaves, it really is beautiful. On return to Sydney I got my wish. Autumn has finally...

MAY

2017

Recipe: creamy quinoa

Posted By : Gill Stannard

Tags : allergy friendly recipe, breakfast, creamy quinoa recipe, dairy free, dessert, fruit, gluten-free, grains, hot breakfast, nuts, pudding, quinoa, seeds

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Creamy quinoa makes a great hot breakfast now the weather is getting cooler, and a good alternative for those who aren’t fans of porridge. Of course, you can simply cook quinoa in the milk of your choice (just follow the method for cooking times) but I love this version...

MAY

2017

Bed rest: the benefits of a good lie down when you’ve got a cold

Posted By : Gill Stannard

Tags : bed rest, bed rest and fluid, colds, convalescence, creativity, driving when sick, flu, natural remedies for a col, rest

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Autumn and spring bookend the cold and ‘flu season. These are the times of year when you’re most likely to succumb to a respiratory infection. There’s still no magic bullet to banish a cold. You know the medical advice – go to bed and drink plenty of fluid. But choosing bed rest...

MAY

2017

Menopause part two: natural remedies to stop hot flushes

Posted By : Gill Stannard

Tags : alchol, bladder weakness, coffee, hot flashes, hot flushes, how long will hot flushes last, incontinence, natural bedding, phytoestrogens, smoking, stop hot flushes, tea

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Get expert help navigating menopause – from a naturopath with almost thirty years experience, who has successfully navigated her own journey. Is it hot in here or is it just me? The number one thing I get asked about perimenopause is how to stop hot flushes. It’s not just...

APR

2017

April update: no regrets

Posted By : Gill Stannard

Tags : autumn, Bali, faith, life purpose, no regrets

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This month marks the 30th anniversary of my move to Australia. It was an act of pure faith. Very early one Sunday morning I woke up knowing exactly what I wanted to do with my life. I would move to Melbourne and study naturopathy. Three weeks later, I flew out of Wellington with...

naturopath Gill Stannard manage menopause naturally

APR

2017

Managing menopause part one: what is menopause?

Posted By : Gill Stannard

Tags : adrenal, dry vagina, early menopause, estrogen, hot flashes, how long will hot flushes last, low libido, manage menopause naturally, natural menopause, oestrogen, perimenopause, post menopause, premature menopause, progesterone, sex hormones, skipped periods, stress

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Get expert help navigating menopause – from a naturopath with almost thirty years experience, who has successfully navigated her own journey. How do you really feel about menopause? On a scale from “squicky” to empowerment, how do you feel when you hear the word menopause?...

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Articles

Embracing the winter solstice

June update

What to eat when the weather turns cold

Recipe: winter bean and vegetable soup

May update – autumn woes and wonders

Recipe: creamy quinoa

Bed rest: the benefits of a good lie down when you’ve got a cold

Menopause part two: natural remedies to stop hot flushes

April update: no regrets

Managing menopause part one: what is menopause?

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