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MAR

2012

Book review: Shoot the Damn Dog

Tags : AA, alcoholism, book review, depression, meditation, memoir of depression, psychology, Sally Brampton

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Sally Brampton Shoot the Damn Dog A memoir of depression may not be the easiest read but Sally Brompton’s writing is an eloquent telling of her truth. Whether you’re personally acquainted with “the black dog” or know someone who is, this book is both challenging and compelling...

MAR

2012

10 Tips For Novice Bush Walkers

Posted By : Gill Stannard

Tags : 10 tips for novice bush walkers, Australia, bush walking, country walking, goal setting, hiking, how to train for a hike, Kokoda, Kokoda Memorial Trail, mindfulness, nature, New Zealand, poles for hiking, tramping, Upper Ferntree Gully

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1. Set a goal. Do you want to do day hikes or are there longer walks that you’re aiming for. If you don’t know any experienced bush walkers, consider joining a local walking group or signing up for a guided walk. Never go into the bush alone. 2. Find a steep hill. For those of us...

MAR

2012

Invincible summer

Posted By : Gill Stannard

Tags : depression, documentary, Invincible Summer, James Freemantle, video

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It was a pleasure to work with James Freemantle 2006 on his documentary “Invincible Summer”. He shares his personal story about depression, consulting a few “experts” along the way. ?

MAR

2012

Cholesterol and the statin controversy

Posted By : Gill Stannard

Tags : are cholesterol lowering drugs dangerous?, Australian Prescriber, cardiovascular, cholesterol, dementia, diabetes, globe artichoke, heart attack, lipex, lipitor, pfizer, statin, statin drugs, stroke, vegan, women, women and cholesterol

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Statins, the drugs designed to lower cholesterol, are in the news again. The US regulatory body the FDA released a warning this week, cautioning users of an increased risk of developing dementia or diabetes. Australia’s counterpart, the TGA, is yet to make a ruling. Cholesterol...

FEB

2012

Recipe: raw fruit pie

Posted By : Gill Stannard

Tags : bananas, dessert, fruit, healthy sweet ideas, kiwi fruit, nuts, raw food, raw fruit pie, retro food

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This recipe first appeared in the February 2012 newsletter. If you’d like to receive a new recipe and informative health ideas in your mailbox every month sign up for the free newsletter. This is a raw foods classic from the ’70’s. Even if you’re not a...

FEB

2012

How to shop for fruit and vegetables like a naturopath

Posted By : Gill Stannard

Tags : colour, cooked, flavour, fresh, fresh produce, fruit, how to shop, how to shop for fresh fruit and vegetables, juice, markets, naturopath, raw, shopping, texture, think like a naturopath, variety, vegetables

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I’ve often claimed to not have been born with the “shopping gene”, except when it comes to hunting for fresh produce. Clothes, accessories and homewares don’t raise my pulse rate but a display of dazzling fresh vegetables has been known to make my heart skip a beat. If you’re...

FEB

2012

Recipe: homemade almond milk

Posted By : Gill Stannard

Tags : almond, almond milk, alternative milks, calcium, drinks, hemp seed mylk, hemp seeds, milk, mylk, newsletter

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Run out of milk for your cereal or smoothie? This makes a good alternative and is sugar/fructose/dairy-free. Almond milk (Makes 3 cups) Soak 1 cup almonds (organic if possible) in purified water over night or for at least 3 hours Drain and discard or reuse the water. Blend...

NOV

2011

The inconvenient truth about MSG

Posted By : Gill Stannard

Tags : adverse reactions to food, allergic reactions, Chinese Restaurant Syndrome, Is MSG a health hazard, monosodium glutamate, msg

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Last week a staff writer for the Sydney Morning Herald proclaimed the “truth” about reactions to monosodium glutamate (MSG) to be a furphy. While it’s a fact that the World Health Organisation doesn’t consider the flavour enhancer a health hazard, many of the other conclusions...

NOV

2011

Bookshelf

Posted By : Gill Stannard

Tags : book review, books, bookshelf, clutter, cookbooks, creativity, herbs, men's health, raising boys, reading, women's health

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Welcome to Gill’s recommended reading. This is a growing list of books and other resources for a healthier body, mind and spirit. Healthy eating Tony Chiodo Feel Good Food. My favourite cookbook of 2010, local, accessible and absolutely yummy. Recipes include vegan, seafood...

NOV

2011

Are multivitamins killing you?

Posted By : Gill Stannard

Tags : Archives of Internal Medicine, calcium, copper, HRT, Iowa Women's Health Study, multivitamins, Mursu, premarin, vioxx, Vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamins, women's health

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If you’ve been following the news lately you could believe vitamin and mineral supplements are either a waste of money or worse. According to reports of one study, they’ll even shorten your life. Popping vitamins may do more harm than good, according to a new study that adds to a...

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Articles

Book review: Shoot the Damn Dog

10 Tips For Novice Bush Walkers

Invincible summer

Cholesterol and the statin controversy

Recipe: raw fruit pie

How to shop for fruit and vegetables like a naturopath

Recipe: homemade almond milk

The inconvenient truth about MSG

Bookshelf

Are multivitamins killing you?

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