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The Real Reasons Paleo Works

Paleo has got a lot of press- most of it negative. It has even reached mainstream TV (thanks to Pete Evans:). Paleo has come under a lot of criticism in the media recently and much misinformation is being spread both by popular media as well as conventional doctors and researchers.
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It’s not all about food

So you’re drinking green smoothies and kombucha, avoiding gluten and maybe dairy and trying to ‘quit sugar’. You seem to be eating all the right things, but you’re not achieving your weight goals or seeing changes in energy and positive outlook. Why?
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Understanding Food Intolerances

Whilst allergic reactions to such foods are often obvious and get diagnosed quickly, food intolerances are not as easy to diagnose and are often missed. Food intolerances are responsible for vague symptoms like headaches, behaviour changes such as anxiety/depression, digestive symptoms like IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), aches and pains (including arthritis type symptoms), reflux and indigestion, inability to lose weight and many others seemingly unrelated symptoms.
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The Real Reasons Your IRON is Low

Iron deficiency is endemic in our society, especially among women and children. It plagues us on a daily basis because without adequate iron in our system, we simply cannot generate enough oxygen for energy production. Low concentration, low mood, low energy....sound familiar?
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The Ultimate Lunchbox

Last week I did a talk on children's nutrition at my kids school. It was great to see so many dedicated and health-conscious parents wanting to do their best for their kids health, growth and development. We discussed a lot of different areas, however one topic came up as a big one for all parents: what to put in the kids lunchboxes. Parents are always on the lookout for healthy lunch box options and foods that WILL get eaten.
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Immune System Attack

Even if you don’t have an autoimmune condition, you probably know somebody that does. Autoimmunity (when your immune system is over-activated and attacks diverse body tissues) can present in many different forms.
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Keto? Paleo? GAPS? AIP? How do I know which diet is right for me?

This question is so pervasive today and seems to be almost un-answerable. There are many diverse philosophies when it comes to a dietary strategy and each one claims to be the best. From paleo to vegan, low carb high fat, vegetarian, fodmaps, weight watchers, blood type, ketogenic, gluten free, the list goes on and on.
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Pyroluria – the Stress Disorder

Sydney Clinical Nutritionist -Maria Allerton regularly tests for Pyrolles in clinic in order to use this valuable marker to address her clients' metabolic, gut and mental health. Success with hundreds of clients with Pyroluria with her personalised approach. No 'same compounded formula' for everyone.
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Mineral Deficiencies

We live in the 'developed' world and we believe our food supply to be superior- and in some ways it is- unfortunately, when it comes to nutrient density, it is less than optimal, especially in regards to mineral content.
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To Juice or to Blend? That is the question.

Tis the season for juice fasts, weight loss shakes and all matter of detox programs. Don't we know it! We do it every January... A question that I get asked very often is: 'Is it better for me to juice my fruit and veg or to blend it?' and of course like with most things in life and nutrition, there is no black and white answer.
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