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07
DEC
2018
pot of cooked vine leaf dolamas by naturopath Gill Stannard

Recipe: dolmades

Ever wanted to make your own dolmades? It’s easier than you think. For years I lived in a house with an ancient grape vine. Every year the fresh green leaves beckoned me to make dolmades. The young leaves blanched quickly in hot water are perfect wrappings for parcels of...
16
NOV
2018
display of spring vegetables shared by Gill Stannard naturopath

In Season in November

Spring produce is at its peak! This month I’m loving the spring asparagus, last of the mulberries and the joy of perfectly ripe, just-picked strawberries from my garden. I’ve been making wild soda from berries and herbs in my garden. I was a little skeptical that wild yeast...
15
JUN
2018
Jerusalem artichokes

Recipe: Jerusalem artichoke soup

I used to avoid buying these odd-looking tubers because I didn’t know what to do with them. But they are a versatile winter vegetable that can be roasted, blended or, if particularly fresh, thinly sliced and eaten raw. Neither an artichoke nor from the Middle East, this vegetable...
09
FEB
2018
banana vegan ice cream recipe

Recipe: fruit “ice cream”

Summer is the time for ice cream. It’s also the season when the heat can turn bananas from perfect to over ripe, overnight. This recipe is so easy that a child can make it. The variations are infinite, so have so fun with the recipe. This recipe serves 4 or more but it’s easy to...
15
SEP
2017
chia pudding recipe naturopath sydney

Recipe: chia pudding

While running our practitioner retreat in Bali this year I became a little addicted to Swasti’s chia pudding for breakfast. I admit I’ve come a bit late to the whole chia love party, probably because I don’t buy into the “superfood” hype. However, I found this breakfast sits...
21
JUL
2017
vegetarian recipes gill stannard naturopath sydney

Recipe: mash

Mashed potatoes are synonymous with winter comfort food but spuds get a bad rap these days. Fortunately there are many healthful and equally delicious alternatives.     Mashed carrots and parsnips 1 medium carrot and 1/2 – 1 parsnip per serve, scrubbed or peeled...
09
JUN
2017
healthy winter recipes Gill Stannard naturopath

What to eat when the weather turns cold

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...
22
JUN
2015

Health Q & A – making delicious midweek meals

This week Narelle in Queensland asks, “I’m a good cook but end up snacking or getting takeaways during the week. How can I get cooking and eat better on work nights?” Resources Gill’s recipes. How to shop like a naturopath. How to get your cooking mojo back. Health Q &...
09
FEB
2015

Health Q & A Monday – getting children to eat vegetables

This week Sandra asked the question on most parents lips: “How do I get my children to eat vegetables?”   Naturopathic tips for fussy eaters.   Health Q & A Monday ran for over 30 weeks in 2015. For more recent videos subscribe to Gill’s YouTube channel.
23
MAY
2013

Recipe: best beans ever

This recipe first appeared in the May 2013 newsletter – if you’d like more healthy food and living tips in your mailbox once a month, add your address to the free sign up. And if you’ve read the newsletter already, don’t miss the additional ideas for this...
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