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MAR

2019

Ginger: my desert island herb

Tags : arthritis, caster oil pack, cooking with ginger, endometriosis, fresh ginger, ginger, ginger tea, inflammation, microbiome, nausea, obesity, pain, period pain, periods, research, rheumatoid arthritis, surgery

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This article was originally posted in 2007 and was updated in March 2019 If I was only allowed to take one herb on a desert island it would be a toss up between garlic and ginger. But with the voluminous research on the humble rhizome, ginger come tops in its versatility as both...

MAR

2019

From subject to collaborator: being a consumer in cancer research

Posted By : Gill Stannard

Tags : advocate, ANZGOG, Australia, cancer advocate, cancer council NSW, Cancer Voices, consumer, consumer in research, health advocate, health consumer, medical research, survivors teaching students, TCRN, voluntaring, volunteer

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This year has been all about cancer. Before you switch off, it’s been an uplifting and inspiring experience as a cancer consumer and advocate. See October 2020 update – including new consumer role as Chief Investigator Consumer in cancer research While I was completing...

bowl of small and medium sized tomatoes in the sun in a brown pottery bowl

MAR

2019

Recipe: braised tomatoes

Posted By : Gill Stannard

Tags : beta carotene, braised tomatoes, cook ahead, fridge fixings, Ganga, garlic, healthy food, herbs, poached tomatoes, salads, savoury, summer, tomatoes

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Braised tomatoes have become one of my favourite fridge fixings this summer. Inspired by Ganga, I’ve modified her recipe, and use small, bite-sized tomatoes when available. For small batches using mini tomatoes, my 10cm wide cast iron pan works well. Regardless of size, fit the...

FEB

2019

February update: fun in the sun

Posted By : Gill Stannard

Tags : carbs, cooking in a hurry, fibre, fridge fixings, immune, mentoring, summer

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Out and about February has been a huge month already with three cancer ‘consumer in research’ meetings, working with three very different teams of dedicated scientists, epidemiologists and researchers. I will share more about this new voluntary role in future updates. But for...

pollan quote eat food not too much mostly plants on backgroun of vegetables fruit

FEB

2019

Time to get over your carb phobia and eat more fibre

Posted By : Gill Stannard

Tags : blood sugar, carb phobia, carbohydrates, carbs, fats, fiber, fibre, glycaemic index, grains, gut health, low carb, meta review, Michael Pollan, paleo, The Lancet

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Our issue with carbohydrates (aka carbs) began with the industrial revolution. Mechanisation made flour and sugar, more affordable. White bread replaced wholegrain, and a new era of “lifestyle” diseases was born. Over the centuries our love affair with flour and sugar has grown...

FEB

2019

Fridge fixings

Posted By : Gill Stannard

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Kiwi cook Annabel Langbein has a practice that’s super handy at the height of summer. “Fridge fixings” are usually leftovers or components of meals that can be cooked ahead, to create a quick meal when you’re in a hurry or it’s too hot to cook. “When you are tired and...

aprictos nectarines plums apples and other fruit at a market stall

FEB

2019

A year in seasonal produce

Posted By : Gill Stannard

Tags : Australia, eating with the seasons, farmers markets, fresh, fruit, Melbourne, NSW, plant-based, seasonal produce, Sydney, vegetables, Victoria, year guide

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What’s in season? Australia is a vast country, encompassing many different climates, so we’re lucky to have a huge variety of seasonal produce. This also means we can access most fresh fruit and vegetables, all year round. Locally grown, seasonal produce is vibrant,...

Probert St Clinic, in sunshine with many potted plants surrounding clinic with door open

JAN

2019

Happy new year

Posted By : Gill Stannard

Tags : Camperdown clinic, chard, cooking, experienced naturopath, herbalist, Melbourne consultations, pineapple, probert st clinic, root to flower, skype, Sydney

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With the sound of cicadas still ringing in my ears, I’m back in the clinic after a short holiday in New Zealand. 2019 marks my 28th year in practice. Wow! What a privilege it is to continue to share my naturopathic journey with you. A new year Like last year I’ve...

JAN

2019

In season in January

Posted By : Gill Stannard

Tags : Australia, fruit, In season, January, plant-based, raw food, seasonal produce, vegan, vegetables

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What fruits and vegetables are in season in January? In this part of the world the new year begins with abundance. Summer is the time when fruit is at its sweetest and many vegetables can be eaten raw or lightly cooked. In season in January Apricots, asparagus, avocados, bananas,...

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Ginger: my desert island herb

From subject to collaborator: being a consumer in cancer research

Recipe: braised tomatoes

February update: fun in the sun

Time to get over your carb phobia and eat more fibre

Fridge fixings

A year in seasonal produce

Happy new year

In season in January

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