Written by Melbourne Naturopath Bianca Potenta It was called the “sunshine cure” and in the early 20th century, before the era of antibiotics, it was the only effective treatment for tuberculosis. No one knew why it worked, just that TB patients sent to rest in sunny places were often restored to health. In 1822 the...Read More

Written by Melbourne Naturopaths Bianca Potenta & Bree Jenner Scientists now recognize that Vitamin D does much more than build strong bones and Melburnians are not getting enough of it. Extensive evidence now shows that D has potent anticancer actions and serves as an important regulator of the immune system. More importantly, many of D’s...Read More

Exercise Right Week 23rd – 29th May Exercise Right Week 2016 helps to spread the word about the benefits of movement, how to exercise right, and how to make movement work for you as an individual.  Seeking an expert in this field can help you work WITH your abilities, lifestyle and any challenges you may...Read More

Spinal Health Week 23rd – 29th of May We spoke with Dr. Megan Azer, for Spinal Health Week 2016. Megan is a Chiropractor and Certified NET (Neuro-Emotional Technique) Practitioner at The Health and Wellbeing Studio and we discussed with her, the valuable role she plays working with your spine and nervous system, to improve movement...Read More

Hiding vegies in more exciting foods has been an ace up the sleeve for many a stealth parent forever. Adding fruits and vegetables to baked goods is a great way to increase the nutrients in otherwise junky foods, use up leftovers in other meals, or as a last resort to sneak vegies into a fussy...Read More

What is Gluten? Gluten is a protein that is found in grains such as wheat and wheat varieties such as spelt, farro, kamut, durum, bulgar, couscous and semolina. It is also found in barley, rye and triticale. Oats are naturally gluten free, but are usually processed alongside the previous grains. Certified gluten free oats can...Read More

It doesn’t matter how well you plan, Christmas is the season for leftovers. Some might argue that this is one of the top 5 best things about Christmas? With so much time, effort and care put into creating a delicious feast, it would be a shame to waste even the smallest morsel. We’ve selected a...Read More

We started using this recipe a few years back and haven’t used another stuffing recipe since. Using the warmed quinoa, the chicken is steamed from the inside too, keeping it really moist. It’s a great gluten free option too. Use this recipe to stuff chicken, a whole fish, rolled pork or lamb, or to stuff...Read More

A healthy Christmas menu is not about going without the foods you love, depriving yourself or missing out on family traditions. Balance your festive treats by keeping your options light and enhancing the show-stopper (be it a roast or seafood or another signature dish) with fresh salads to add flavour and colour without leaving you...Read More