Cauliflower and Cannellini Bean Mash
This protein and fibre-packed meal can be used as a side dish with roast dinners or grilled fish. Ingredients (serves 2 – 3) 1 tin organic cannellini beans 1 small head of cauliflower cut into small...
View ArticleMental illness more common in those with back problems
Australians living with back problems are 2.5 times more likely to experience a depressive disorder than the wider population, according to a report released today by the government’s Australian...
View ArticleHow Massage Can Aid Running
As a runner and remedial/ sports massage therapist, I have benefited from regular massage leading up to events and in recovery. As stated by Angela Calder in her article for the A.I .S ,1990, ” massage...
View ArticleAsian Inspired Chicken Stir-Fry
Spring is here! Its time to lighten the load with some nutritious yet waist friendly meal options. Eating healthy need not be boring nor time consuming. The following chicken stir-fry is one of my...
View ArticleSpring Nutrition Newsletter 2012
Gosh it feels like only yesterday I was typing up my Spring 2011 newsletter and here we are again, my favourite time of the year- Spring!. How can you not love this season, weather is warmer, mood is...
View ArticleAustralians are heavier, taller and in more pain
The average Australian is a little heavier and taller than a decade ago, according to health reports released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). On average, men and women aged 18 and over...
View Article1 in 11 Australians had Back Problems in 2007-2008
The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare has released a new web-based report today on Back problems – This web-based snapshot shows that 1 in 11 Australians (1.8 million people) had back problems...
View ArticleCoconut oil, friend of foe?
For years coconut oil was frowned upon due to the high levels of saturated fat, oh boy how attitudes have changed! Not only is it recommended by nutritionists it’s also considered a super food....
View ArticleMagnesium, is it really a wonder mineral?
If you have ever been to a nutritionist then you’ve probably been recommended a magnesium supplement at some point. I can hear my patients now, giggling and nodding in agreement that they too have...
View ArticleAre artificial sweeteners making you sick and fat?
There has been a lot of talk recently about the negative health effects of artificial sweeteners. Whenever I have been asked my opinion of artificial sweeteners I have always said the same thing:...
View ArticleOn the Third Day of Nurture
Natural Therapy Associates gave to me… Three organic facials! Natural Therapy Associates is excited to announce that Lauren will be offering mini organic facials – using the gorgeous range...
View ArticleOn the Fourth Day of Nurture
Natural Therapy Associates gave to me… Four strapped backs! What is K-Tape? Kinesio Taping (K-Tape) gives support and stability to your joints and muscles without affecting circulation and range of...
View ArticleOn the Fifth Day of Nurture
Natural Therapy Associates gave to me… Five runners running! As a runner (a term I use very loosely) and Sport and Remedial Massage Therapist, I am aware of the many benefits that massage has to...
View ArticleOn the sixth Day of Nurture
Natural Therapy Associates gave to me… 6 Gift Vouchers! Christmas is always the time of the year where presents are still bought as late as Christmas Eve! As the holidays get closer most people are...
View ArticleOn the Seventh Day of Nurture
Natural Therapy Associates gave to me… 7 Kindness Massages! It has been a wonderful year of giving and receiving, with the Kindness Massage concept kicking off in April. The kindness massage was...
View ArticleOn the Eighth Day of Nurture
Natural Therapy Associates gave to me… 8 Hot Stones! Lauren, one of our Remedial Massage Therapists is offering Hot Stone Massage at no extra cost to the first 8 people who book in with her before...
View ArticleOn the Ninth Day of Nurture
Natural Therapy Associates gave to me… 9 pregnant bellies! A woman’s body goes through many changes during pregnancy with symptoms like: backaches, headaches, swollen hands/feet, just to name a few!...
View ArticleOn the Tenth Day of Nurture
Natural Therapy Associates gave to me… 10 Stress Relievers! It sounds so clichéd, but this time of year really does get many of you feeling more stressed. You rush around trying to get presents for...
View ArticleOn the Eleventh Day of Nurture
Natural Therapy Associates gave to me… Eleven necks and shoulders! Do you find yourself popping anti-inflammatories left right and centre for your tension headaches? Often our clients will say ‘I...
View ArticleOn the Twelth Day of Nurture
Natural Therapy Associates gave to me… Optimum Nutrition! Our Nutritionist Teresa gives us her most important nutrition tips, definitely food for thought ! 1 Vegetables need to be the basis of your...
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