health

It can’t be November already? Not only has Winter come and gone, we are now in the last month of Spring. This means hibernation is over and we are about to be thrust into that the blissful heat of Summer days, balmy nights spent having BBQs in the backyard or watching the sunset over the ocean while it’s still hot enough to bathe in the cool water.  It’s the time of year where Christmas is fast approaching and we all need as much energy as possible to get us through the pre-celebration prep of battling for a parking space at the shopping centre, making sure there's enough ...read more

We have all felt the calming benefits of being outdoors surrounded by greenery and as a majority we should probably get out into nature more often! Getting outside for our daily dose of green has been especially tricky this cold and wet winter. A Simple solution … Make your indoor space a green one!There is a substantial amount of evidence out there showing that indoor plants are very beneficial for our health and wellbeing.The positive effects of indoor plants have been demonstrated in a variety of settings including offices, hospitals, school classrooms and our homes. These effects ...read more

It's been so cold in the mornings and getting fresh green juices and smoothies down can be a little tricky...This is my go to smoothie all year round and is definitely more appealing in winter. Cool yes, but the recipe is warming and filling so it will satisfy even on these super cold mornings. It's full of healthy fats too so it will energise you! 1/2 cup to 1 cup of mixed organic berries1-2 tablespoons Goji berries 1-2 heaped tablespoons of seeds A squirt of raw organic honey (optional) or Thai baby coconut water ½ cup 1-2 kale leaves- stalks removed and slightly steamed1 teaspoon of ...read more

Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables. These foods are high in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants which are beneficial for brain function. Research has shown an increased IQ in children who have consumed these foods along with home prepared meals in infancy. Choose fruit or vegetable sticks for snacks instead of biscuits; add lettuce, beetroot and grated carrot to sandwiches; freeze bananas and then blend to make a quick and easy icy dessert to replace ice-cream.Move your body – keep active and fit. Recent studies show that physical fitness in children improves academic performance, ...read more