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How to add more alkalising foods into your day

20 September, 2022

As discussed in a previous newsletter, a key element to keeping bones strong is to include an abundance of alkalising foods to counterbalance acid-forming foods. Protein-rich foods are necessary for optimal health, however the acid load they produce needs to be compensated by alkaline minerals (calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium) provided by vegetables, fruits, herbs and spices.

Green Tea for ‘Calm Energy”

30 August, 2022

If you know me I’m sure you will have heard me enthuse about green tea. I’m constantly surprised at how it improves my energy levels. Now this isn’t a coffee type burst of energy but more of a gradual increase. I sometimes get to the end of my day and look back thinking ‘gee I

What to eat for healthy bones

10 August, 2022

As well as including bone building nutrients in your diet (you can read more about these here) a key element to keeping bones strong is to include an abundance of alkalising foods and avoid an excess of acid-forming foods. Why? The body works hard to keep the pH of our blood within a tight range of

Calcium=Strong Bones…Yes & No

1 August, 2022

Calcium = Strong Bones. Well yes and no. Calcium is only one piece of the puzzle. Vitamin D, magnesium and Vitamin K2 are equally important. 99% of CALCIUM is stored in bones and teeth and 1% is found in the blood and fluid surrounding cells. Calcium in the blood is maintained within a very narrow range.

3 things to look for when buying olive oil

11 July, 2022

Have you read Bella Figura by Kamin Mohammadi? It’s the story of woman moving to Florence and discovering how to live, love and eat the Italian way. I recently read it in my bookclub and I particularly loved the focus on enjoying simple, quality ingredients. Olive oil is a perfect example. But not all olive

Are you getting enough calcium?

29 June, 2022

Do you avoid dairy due to lactose intolerance, or you find dairy gives you digestive issues? If so, it’s important to be aware of non-dairy sources of calcium and evaluate if you’re getting enough calcium each day. Why? Calcium is needed for so much more than just healthy bones and teeth. Calcium also plays a

Hello I’m Wendy

… a qualified nutritionist and caterer. As a nutritionist I advise clients on the food to eat to improve their health. With my cooking expertise I take this one step further and show you how to go about this. I love to share my recipes and cooking tips to nourish your body and make life more enjoyable in the kitchen.