Berry Blitz Muffins and Nutrient Dense Foods

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This delicious recipe was my daughters creation. She grabbed out all of her favourite ingredients and asked me to make her a muffin. How clever are our kids when we allow them to be creative!? These muffins are nutrient dense, simple to make, satiating and are absolutely delicious. Nutrient Dense Foods Did you know that […]

We Truly Are Incredible…

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Our human body is made up of around 70 trillion cells and 20,000 genes. Each single gene can make over 200 different proteins depending on the micro RNA that surrounds it. Incredibly, we are made up of 10-15 times more bacteria than human cells. We have a massive 1.5 – 2 quadrillion bacteria in us […]

Grain Free Banana Cake

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This banana cake is on constant rotation on our kids snack menu. It is light, nutrient dense and never seems to fail. It is also grain free, gluten free and dairy free making it a winner for many food sensitivities and intolerance’s. I always try to be creative and never waste any produce. This is […]

Why is ‘Wheat’ a modern day poison?

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Whether you have celiac disease or NOT, and whether you have gastrointestinal issues or NOT….. WHEAT is still a modern day poison for anyone! The consumption of wheat is affecting the health of our society in a very profound way. The modern day growing methods and the technology used to produce our current perfectly white […]

Hidden Veg Sweet/Savoury Muffins

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It is always a bonus when your lunchbox treats or snack contain vegetables. Optimizing your nutrition with every bite is something to aim for when you want to enhance both you and your families health. These muffins are certainly jam packed with so much goodness! Getting into the kitchen and cooking your own food is […]

Gluten Free Pork & Veggie Spring Rolls

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Today our family had a craving for spring rolls. Yet, none of us wanted a food hangover that we would have possibly received from the wheat based, deep fried, trans fat, store bought variety. So today we created our own gluten free, oven baked, healthy ones instead! They turned out crunchy and tasted sensational. They […]

Chia pudding 3 ways

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Chia seeds are nutrient packed little powerhouses! They are also so easy to prepare. By them-self they are pretty tasteless, but when used in the right recipe the result is a divine breakfast, snack or dessert. They are a healthy source of protein, fibre, fat (omega 3’s), calcium, manganese, phosphorus, zinc, B1, B2, B3, potassium […]

mango lunchbox slice

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As a mother, I am always in the kitchen creating new and exciting recipes and food for my kids lunch boxes. I try to give them so much variety on a daily basis, while also covering their nutritional needs. Our kids barely eat anything out of a packet (however we aren’t perfect), so I am […]

Salt- friend or foe?

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Natural salt is essential for life, however, the processed salt consumed by the masses is poisonous to our body! Salt has been consumed throughout the evolution of man Salt contains essential minerals that our bodies rely on.  Throughout history it was considered a sacred substance; it was used as currency, for preserving food, to maintain […]

green monster smoothie

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Are you time poor and need a filling, nutritious, energy boost? Well, this magnesium rich, high fiber, green smoothie is the perfect solution. Why not even make it up for your kids afternoon tea. It’s a beautiful treat to nourish their bodies after a busy day. My kids love this and fondly named it the […]

Is your water really drinkable?

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With the current disease statistics rapidly on the rise, people are desperate for answers! Have you ever considered the fact that the most essential element for your health, the water you drink and bathe in, may just be your biggest problem!? Without water there would not be life. Our body relies on water for many […]

Hearty Pumpkin Dhal Soup

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When the cold weather hits I instantly start craving warm comfort foods. This recipe is one that I cook continuously throughout the winter months. It’s a soup for the soul. Getting into the kitchen and cooking your own food is the best thing you can do for your family’s health and it’s such a privilege […]

Elderberry Syrup

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With a cold snap on it’s way this week in Victoria and winter fast approaching, it is time to put in some extra supports to keep both ourselves and our families healthy. When we are nourishing our bodies with all of the correct vitamins and minerals, we build a robust system that is able to […]

Diet Diversity

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How many different whole foods do you eat each week? Does your breakfast, lunch and dinner look the same most days? Toast for breakfast, coffee and cake, sandwich for lunch, pasta for dinner….. Some of us are great at selecting different whole foods at the market and changing up the meals that we eat. However, […]

What toxins are you sleeping with?

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Did you know that flame retardants are used in pajamas, mattresses, foam pillows, cushions, hair dryers, carpets and other appliances. Considering that we spend half of our life sleeping, isn’t it a bit concerning that many of the items that we sleep with are full of toxic chemicals? Product safety regulations require sleepwear to pass […]

Sausage rolls

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Parties may be a challenging time for children and adults who are wheat free, dairy free or have other food intolerance’s. It’s also a challenging time for mothers who try hard to avoid their children eating sugar and preservative laced factory foods. For my children I make sure that they feel very special and included […]

Best ice-cream ever

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When your kids finish dinner, do they always say “I’m still hungry”? This happens daily in our household even if eating everything on their plate took an eternity! I’m always prepared with frozen bananas (peeled and wrapped in baking paper) in the freezer for such an occasion. In this warmer weather our bananas seem to […]

Best Pastry Ever

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I have played around with pastry recipes for a very long time. YEARS in fact! During this time I am yet to find a wheat free pastry on the market that isn’t full of preservative, additives and toxic oils. So here is my ‘baby’ to share with you all. For those health conscious folks out […]

Ghee, the liquid gold!

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Ghee has been used for thousands of years in Ayurvedic medicine as a healing food-  for wound healing, aiding digestion, assisting with the absorption of nutrients and to reduce inflammation in the body. It’s simply made from butter that is cooked at a very high temperature to separate the fat from the water and milk […]

Beetroot Hommus

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This is a perfect morning or afternoon tea snack. Fill a platter with vegetables, crackers and this dip and everyone will be happy (and have glowing red smiles). Cooked and cooled chickpeas are extremely high in Galactooligosaccharides (GOS). This is a prebiotic fibre that feeds the beneficial microbes in your gut, in particular our health […]

Multi-purpose house spray

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Have you ever wondered what is in your spray bottle? Have you ever thought that what you spray on your bench may just end up in the food you are preparing? It may be absorbed into your skin and breathed into your lungs? Is this a worry? YES! Some cleaners on the market contain toxic […]

Raspberry Oat Slice

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This recipe isn’t fancy. You will find most ingredients in your pantry. It’s very simple and best of all it never fails to please. Each week without at doubt I bake this oat slice for the kids lunchboxes. But it is never the same, i constantly tweak this recipe to make it different to keep […]

Vegetable Pork Meatballs

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Want a very quick and yummy dinner that the whole family will enjoy? These meatballs are so quick to whip up and even quicker to devour! Make sure you make a big batch and freeze some for your kids lunchboxes too.

Do you still buy or use plastic water bottles?

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Most plastic bottles are made from BPA. When this chemical is consumed and absorbed into the body it is harmful to your endocrine system.  BPA acts as an xenoestrogen (something that imitates estrogen in the body). And sadly it is linked to many conditions including; early puberty, cancer and metabolic disorders. It hasn’t been termed […]

Are disinfectants and hand sanitisers safe for you?

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Do you carry antibacterial hand wipes and gels for you and your family? Do you think they will stop you from getting sick? Using hand sanitizers and disinfectant wipes is quite a common practice in many peoples lives. Did you know that sanitising products are full of nasty chemicals? The most frequently used chemicals are […]

Super Sunday Pancakes

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Sunday morning equals sleep-ins, no rushing and PANCAKES! These pancakes are a family favourite. They are super healthy, nutrient dense, gut friendly, gluten free, grain free and absolutely scrumptious. They are light and fluffy, and will keep you satiated for hours. Best of all they only take a few minutes to whip up.

Liver Paté

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If you and your family are on a health and healing journey, liver may just be the best supplemental food you could add to your diet to help you to regain optimal health. Why? Well, liver contains more nutrients per gram than any other food!!! Organ meats are often referred to as ‘super foods’ because they […]

Our magical ocean is a healing powerhouse!

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Why is a dip in the ocean not just good for the soul? Doesn’t it make you feel so relaxed? Don’t surfers have a noticeable glow? Don’t you wonder why so many people love a long walk on the beach? Our ocean is an amazing source of easily absorbed nutrients for your body. Bathing in […]

You can train your brain to postivity and hapiness – The secret is gratitude

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In our fast paced modern society we are all chasing MORE….. We want greater success, more money, more friends, better relationships, more toys, more gadgets, another holiday, better clothes,  more ‘likes’ and we constantly feel the need to be busy. The list of wants and needs seem to be endless. We want to be MORE […]

teriyaki chicken and vegetables

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Everything always tastes better on the BBQ!! Somehow cooking on the BBQ makes me feel super festive and the flavour it puts on the food is always so delicious. One bonus of BBQ cooking, is that you can easily cater for a crowd, come rain or shine.  I’m glad Australia is famous for the good […]

chocolate on steroids

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With Easter fast approaching, I thought it was a good time to post this incredible recipe. Have you ever considered that you could make your own Easter treats that are actually health-giving, rather than the opposite?? Well, I’m here to show you how. This chocolate recipe inspiration came from one of my awesome brothers, who […]

broccoli sprouts

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The addition of broccoli sprouts or broccoli sprout powder to your weekly diet, is one of simplest things you can do to up regulate your body’s detoxification ability. As explained below, this could be one of the healthiest things you do for yourself. Broccoli sprouts can be added easily into many dishes without you even…

weekend veggie fritters

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On the weekends our family usually enjoy a wholesome cooked lunch. These fritters are a great weekend treat that can be whipped up very quickly. They are also super tasty and a sneaky way to get extra vegetables into your children. When served with healthy condiments (guacamole, salsa, pesto, goats cheese),this simple lunch goes to […]

coriander pesto

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Coriander pesto can be enjoyed as a dip, as a condiment or even used to flavour in your main meal. In my family, we love to use pesto to make our vegetables taste awesome! We mix it through steamed vegetables, stir fry vegetables, use it in salad dressings or pop it onto baked potatoes. Herbs […]

simple seedy muesli bars

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These muesli bars are very addictive and are so simple to make. Even better they don’t require any cooking! Once you have made them, cut them up and store them in the freezer. You can then just grab and go when you are in need of an energising healthy snack. These are great also to […]

raspberry lemon “cheese” cake

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Are you having guests to dinner? Would you like a simple, yet decadent dessert that will tantalize anyone’s taste buds? Are you short of time? Well this “cheese” cake is for you! This dessert creation is so divine and is perfect served cold with fresh berries.

after school carrot date cake

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super charged smoothie bowl

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When I’m time poor and want to load my body with tonnes of goodness, a smoothie bowl is always my go-to. Why do I EAT my smoothie from a bowl do you ask?  Digestion of our food doesn’t just involve our stomachs, our brain and mouth are involved too. Chewing starts the digestive process, with […]

gut brain connection

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Our gut is now being termed the second brain. Our ‘gut feelings’ are not just a myth, but a scientific phenomenon. What’s going on in your gut has been shown to affect your brain. What’s going on in your brain has also been shown to affect your gut. This two-way communication network between the gut…

quinoa breakfast surprise

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IT’S A TASTE SENSATION This breakfast is certainly a taste sensation. It is dense, crunchy and creamy all in the same mouthful. It’s also sweet, savory and tangy in each bite. This is a super quick breaky to prepare, however when eating it you feel like you are at a fancy restaurant. If you have…

fresh fruit roll-ups

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Do you have some ripe fruit in your fruit bowl? Do you hate food waste? I certainly do! I am so grateful for the amazing fresh produce that we are able to easily access in our country and I hate to waste a drop of it. The solution for making use of any old fruit,…

kitchari – mung bean and rice

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This recipe was taught to me many years ago while I was studying yoga in India. During that time I was staying with a host family. I had the pleasure of watching the women preparing many nourishing whole food recipes. This recipe was my favorite. Kitchari means a mixture, usually of two grains. This recipe is […]

jellies – the sweets of choice

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Jellies are such a fun and tasty addition to any birthday party, snack plate or school lunch box. They are such a beautiful replacement for the many lollies ladened with horrible ingredients such as; genetically modified glucose syrup, colours, additives and preservatives.  Did you know that a child’s aggression, hyperactivity, learning problems and nasty behaviour […]

Yoga Sutras and Life

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Yoga is a huge part of my life both on and off my yoga mat. When I feel blockages in my life (or in my practice) or I am hit with life’s challenges, I am always guided and challenged to grow when I reflect on the wisdom written in the ancient yogic texts. All of…

Brain Feeding Muesli

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Are your mornings a huge rush? Do your kids take ages to eat their breaky? Do you need a quick healthy breakfast option as a back-up that doesn’t need any preparation and you can take with you to work? This muesli is my secret weapon Most mornings our family eat either; a smoothie, paleo pancakes,…

Detoxification

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There’s been no generation before us that’s been exposed to such an onslaught of toxic, man-made chemicals and substances. Daily we are exposed to environmental pollutants found in the air, water, food and our environment. Not to mention the toxic stress we are also subject to through our modern lifestyle and sensationalising media. Because of […]

Choc Caramel Slice

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Dairy free, gluten free, sugar free, nut free This sweet treat is absolutely delicious. But what makes it even better is that it is sugar free, gluten free, dairy free and nut free! This slice is made from all whole food ingredients and when eaten in  moderation, it is super healthy for you! I always […]

Gut-loving Crackers

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With the start of the school year fast approaching, why not try something different? Why don’t you slowly start replacing some of your children’s not so nutritious snacks with some super-packed goodness. These biscuits are one of my all time favourites. This recipe takes a little bit of prior planning, but the final product is […]

Taking Back Control

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Our bodies truly are amazing! The heart beats approximately 101,000 times a day and we take around 23,000 breaths. We feel thirst if the amount of water in our body decreases by 1%. We are ten times more bacteria than we are cells…. I could go on forever. Unlike any machine, our body has the […]

What’s with Probiotics?

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Probiotics are an amazing supplement. They can be extremely therapeutic in assisting individuals to heal and recover from major gut issues affecting their health. However, most probiotics are just that, a TOOL to assist in the healing process. Currently there are no studies to prove that probiotics can PERMANENTLY recolonize the gut with particular strains […]

Reflection

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In our busy modern day lives, the time for reflection is so very important. In order to move forward and to continue to better ourselves, we need to take time to reflect on our actions and events. In our fast past lives we are so goal orientated. We focus so much on how to conquer […]

Kale Chips

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These Kale chips are an absolute game changer!!!  Do you struggle to get your kids to eat green leafy vegetables? Do they struggle with different textures? These chips are crunchy, salty and are such a tasty snack that anyone will enjoy. Your kids WILL love them. They are also so easy to create, with no […]

Indoor Air Quality & The Power Of Plants

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Have you ever stopped to think that your home or office may be a toxic environment and the cause of your mystery illness? Have you ever thought about the quality of the air that you breathe for hours and hours, day in and day out? Fragrances, air fresheners, exhaust fumes, furnishings, upholstery, synthetic building materials, […]

‘Eggins’

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One of the easiest on the go snack options. Paleo egg muffins, otherwise know as ‘Eggins.’ Eat warm or pop them into your lunch box the following day.

Super Sunday Pancakes

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Sunday morning equals sleep-ins, no rushing and PANCAKES! These pancakes are a family favourite. They are super healthy, nutrient dense, gut friendly, gluten free, grain free and absolutely scrumptious. They are light and fluffy, and will keep you satiated for hours. Best of all they only take a few minutes to whip up.

weekend veggie fritters

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On the weekends our family usually enjoy a wholesome cooked lunch. These fritters are a great weekend treat that can be whipped up very quickly. They are also super tasty and a sneaky way to get extra vegetables into your children. When served with healthy condiments (guacamole, salsa, pesto, goats cheese),this simple lunch goes to […]

super charged smoothie bowl

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When I’m time poor and want to load my body with tonnes of goodness, a smoothie bowl is always my go-to. Why do I EAT my smoothie from a bowl do you ask?  Digestion of our food doesn’t just involve our stomachs, our brain and mouth are involved too. Chewing starts the digestive process, with […]

quinoa breakfast surprise

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IT’S A TASTE SENSATION This breakfast is certainly a taste sensation. It is dense, crunchy and creamy all in the same mouthful. It’s also sweet, savory and tangy in each bite. This is a super quick breaky to prepare, however when eating it you feel like you are at a fancy restaurant. If you have…

Brain Feeding Muesli

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Are your mornings a huge rush? Do your kids take ages to eat their breaky? Do you need a quick healthy breakfast option as a back-up that doesn’t need any preparation and you can take with you to work? This muesli is my secret weapon Most mornings our family eat either; a smoothie, paleo pancakes,…

Vegetable Pork Meatballs

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Want a very quick and yummy dinner that the whole family will enjoy? These meatballs are so quick to whip up and even quicker to devour! Make sure you make a big batch and freeze some for your kids lunchboxes too.

teriyaki chicken and vegetables

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Everything always tastes better on the BBQ!! Somehow cooking on the BBQ makes me feel super festive and the flavour it puts on the food is always so delicious. One bonus of BBQ cooking, is that you can easily cater for a crowd, come rain or shine.  I’m glad Australia is famous for the good […]

kitchari – mung bean and rice

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This recipe was taught to me many years ago while I was studying yoga in India. During that time I was staying with a host family. I had the pleasure of watching the women preparing many nourishing whole food recipes. This recipe was my favorite. Kitchari means a mixture, usually of two grains. This recipe is […]

Happy Kids Choc Pops

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When the heat wave hits, these are the perfect treat to create for your kids following a long day at the beach or pool. They are dairy and sugar free. They aren’t going to give your kids a crazy sugar high or bring on any melt downs. As opposed to an ice-cream bought at the […]

Apricot Squares

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So delicious as a treat on a hot day, in a lunch box or for a healthy afternoon tea. Best of all its full of healthy fats and is sugar free. Enjoy!

Raw Cacao & Blackbean Chocolate Brownies

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I am yet to find anyone that doesn’t like chocolate!! Not only is it delicious, but it’s also packed with nutritional goodness. It contains powerful compounds that are mood enhancing. Some of these compounds are: Magnesium the mineral that enhances feelings of relaxation Anandamide often referred to as the bliss molecule, being responsible for feelings […]

Berry Blitz Muffins and Nutrient Dense Foods

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This delicious recipe was my daughters creation. She grabbed out all of her favourite ingredients and asked me to make her a muffin. How clever are our kids when we allow them to be creative!? These muffins are nutrient dense, simple to make, satiating and are absolutely delicious. Nutrient Dense Foods Did you know that […]

Raspberry Marshmallow’s

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These marshmallows were a great success! My children described their eating experience ‘like chewing sweet fluffy clouds’. We could all do with that kind of taste sensation every once in a while, couldn’t we?! Conventional marshmallow’s are made from primarily sugar, GMO corn or wheat syrup, colour 120 and more. These certainly aren’t health giving […]

Super Moist Chocolate Muffins

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These divine chocolate muffins are both gluten and sugar free. They are so moist and fluffy and taste delicious! I guarantee that even the fussiest of eaters will enjoy these. I make these in my thermomix, but they can easily be created in a food processor or even the old fashion way with a bowl […]

Meal in a muffin and Essential Fatty Acids

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These muffins are truly nourishing. They are jam packed with healthy fat, fibre and protein to feed any growing body and busy brain. They will also keep both you and your child satiated for long periods of time and therefore won’t result in a crash in blood sugar and then a possible melt down or […]

Love (or Chocolate) Truly Heals All Of Life’s Wounds

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Whether you celebrate Valentines day or not, what is known to be true is that LOVE truly heals all of life’s wounds. Love has the power to heal us from the inside out. Being surrounded by love quite literally impacts your overall health and longevity, whereas the opposite; lack of and loneliness can take it’s […]

Apricot Muesli Bars

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This is such a simple recipe! These yummy muesli bars are such a great addition to any child’s ‘packet free’ school lunch box. Unlike store bought muesli muesli bars, they are free from: wheat, sugar, hydrogenated oils, preservatives or anything artificial to be precise. Getting into the kitchen and cooking your own food is one […]

Seaweed Chips

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Nori is a type of seaweed (algae) that grows in the ocean. It is a nutrient rich food source containing many vitamins, minerals and plant chemicals that are beneficial for both sea life and humans. Nori is a rich source of iodine and it also contains vitamins A, B, C, D, E, K, niacin, folic […]

Raw Ice-cream Sandwich

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It’s school holidays here in Torquay and the weather is finally beginning to warm up. Hooray! Today the kids and I created a raw, vegan, paleo, healthy ice-cream sandwich for us to enjoy in the beautiful sunshine. Do you remember eating ice-cream sandwich’s as part of your childhood? Well this is my healthy nutrient dense […]

Divine Apricot Cake

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The apricot jar is like the lolly jar in our house. Quite often I go to the pantry find it empty! My husband and children love to sneak them when I am not around…. Thankfully they are of nutritional value and a healthy alternative to lollies in our house. Apricots are high in vitamin C, […]

Decadent Paleo Peanut Fudge

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This fudge is a real treat and tastes absolutely divine. I’ve been trying to perfect this recipe for a while now and here is my final masterpiece. Why not take this to your next dinner party for everyone to enjoy! “Sharing food with another human being is an intimate act that should not be indulged […]

Incredible Sapote Pudding

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Each week, the kids and I have a pact that we will try a different plant food. Some weeks, especially in winter, it is a struggle to find a new one. Today we hit the jackpot with the amazing Sapote! We do this because the wider the variety of plant foods that you include into […]

Grain Free, Gluten Free, Choc Chip Cookies

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For those of you who are on a particular healing journey, going grain free may be of benefit. By simply eliminating refined and processed carbohydrates, this can allow for a window of healing to occur. Most of all, when we remove processed grains (particularly wheat and wheat flour) from our diet, most often we are […]

Grain Free Banana Cake

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This banana cake is on constant rotation on our kids snack menu. It is light, nutrient dense and never seems to fail. It is also grain free, gluten free and dairy free making it a winner for many food sensitivities and intolerance’s. I always try to be creative and never waste any produce. This is […]

Chocolate Beetroot Cake

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When the family wants chocolate for dessert….why not sneak some extra vegetables into it 😊

‘Eggins’

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One of the easiest on the go snack options. Paleo egg muffins, otherwise know as ‘Eggins.’ Eat warm or pop them into your lunch box the following day.

Hidden Veg Sweet/Savoury Muffins

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It is always a bonus when your lunchbox treats or snack contain vegetables. Optimizing your nutrition with every bite is something to aim for when you want to enhance both you and your families health. These muffins are certainly jam packed with so much goodness! Getting into the kitchen and cooking your own food is […]

mango lunchbox slice

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As a mother, I am always in the kitchen creating new and exciting recipes and food for my kids lunch boxes. I try to give them so much variety on a daily basis, while also covering their nutritional needs. Our kids barely eat anything out of a packet (however we aren’t perfect), so I am […]

green monster smoothie

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Are you time poor and need a filling, nutritious, energy boost? Well, this magnesium rich, high fiber, green smoothie is the perfect solution. Why not even make it up for your kids afternoon tea. It’s a beautiful treat to nourish their bodies after a busy day. My kids love this and fondly named it the […]

Anzac Biscuits

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Today my son whipped up these super easy gut friendly, healthy Anzac biscuits with a little guidance. He gave them the thumbs up 👍

Sausage rolls

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Parties may be a challenging time for children and adults who are wheat free, dairy free or have other food intolerance’s. It’s also a challenging time for mothers who try hard to avoid their children eating sugar and preservative laced factory foods. For my children I make sure that they feel very special and included […]

Best ice-cream ever

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When your kids finish dinner, do they always say “I’m still hungry”? This happens daily in our household even if eating everything on their plate took an eternity! I’m always prepared with frozen bananas (peeled and wrapped in baking paper) in the freezer for such an occasion. In this warmer weather our bananas seem to […]

Beetroot Hommus

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This is a perfect morning or afternoon tea snack. Fill a platter with vegetables, crackers and this dip and everyone will be happy (and have glowing red smiles). Cooked and cooled chickpeas are extremely high in Galactooligosaccharides (GOS). This is a prebiotic fibre that feeds the beneficial microbes in your gut, in particular our health […]

Raspberry Oat Slice

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This recipe isn’t fancy. You will find most ingredients in your pantry. It’s very simple and best of all it never fails to please. Each week without at doubt I bake this oat slice for the kids lunchboxes. But it is never the same, i constantly tweak this recipe to make it different to keep […]

Liver Paté

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If you and your family are on a health and healing journey, liver may just be the best supplemental food you could add to your diet to help you to regain optimal health. Why? Well, liver contains more nutrients per gram than any other food!!! Organ meats are often referred to as ‘super foods’ because they […]

chocolate on steroids

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With Easter fast approaching, I thought it was a good time to post this incredible recipe. Have you ever considered that you could make your own Easter treats that are actually health-giving, rather than the opposite?? Well, I’m here to show you how. This chocolate recipe inspiration came from one of my awesome brothers, who […]

weekend veggie fritters

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On the weekends our family usually enjoy a wholesome cooked lunch. These fritters are a great weekend treat that can be whipped up very quickly. They are also super tasty and a sneaky way to get extra vegetables into your children. When served with healthy condiments (guacamole, salsa, pesto, goats cheese),this simple lunch goes to […]

simple seedy muesli bars

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These muesli bars are very addictive and are so simple to make. Even better they don’t require any cooking! Once you have made them, cut them up and store them in the freezer. You can then just grab and go when you are in need of an energising healthy snack. These are great also to […]

raspberry lemon “cheese” cake

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Are you having guests to dinner? Would you like a simple, yet decadent dessert that will tantalize anyone’s taste buds? Are you short of time? Well this “cheese” cake is for you! This dessert creation is so divine and is perfect served cold with fresh berries.

after school carrot date cake

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super charged smoothie bowl

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When I’m time poor and want to load my body with tonnes of goodness, a smoothie bowl is always my go-to. Why do I EAT my smoothie from a bowl do you ask?  Digestion of our food doesn’t just involve our stomachs, our brain and mouth are involved too. Chewing starts the digestive process, with […]

fresh fruit roll-ups

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Do you have some ripe fruit in your fruit bowl? Do you hate food waste? I certainly do! I am so grateful for the amazing fresh produce that we are able to easily access in our country and I hate to waste a drop of it. The solution for making use of any old fruit,…

jellies – the sweets of choice

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Jellies are such a fun and tasty addition to any birthday party, snack plate or school lunch box. They are such a beautiful replacement for the many lollies ladened with horrible ingredients such as; genetically modified glucose syrup, colours, additives and preservatives.  Did you know that a child’s aggression, hyperactivity, learning problems and nasty behaviour […]

Choc Caramel Slice

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Dairy free, gluten free, sugar free, nut free This sweet treat is absolutely delicious. But what makes it even better is that it is sugar free, gluten free, dairy free and nut free! This slice is made from all whole food ingredients and when eaten in  moderation, it is super healthy for you! I always […]

Gut-loving Crackers

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With the start of the school year fast approaching, why not try something different? Why don’t you slowly start replacing some of your children’s not so nutritious snacks with some super-packed goodness. These biscuits are one of my all time favourites. This recipe takes a little bit of prior planning, but the final product is […]

Kale Chips

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These Kale chips are an absolute game changer!!!  Do you struggle to get your kids to eat green leafy vegetables? Do they struggle with different textures? These chips are crunchy, salty and are such a tasty snack that anyone will enjoy. Your kids WILL love them. They are also so easy to create, with no […]