8 large, white skinned potatoes 2 tbsp canola oil 2 tbsp butter, melted 1/3 cup chives, snipped Salt for seasoning Pre heat the oven to 200 oC . Peel the potatoes and halve length ways. Place one half of a potato, cut side down, on a chopping board. Without cutting all the way through the potato, make thin … Read More
A BRIEF INTRODUCTION TO EMOTION FOCUSED COUPLES THERAPY (EFCT)
When couples fight about things like “he never does the dishes when I ask him, he never listens to me when I’m talking, she constantly nags me” the feelings underneath these complaints are “he is never there for me, I feel like I’m not important to him, I feel like what I do is never good enough for her”. The … Read More
5 ways to help improve your health in 2017 by Dietitian, Diabetes Educator Tania Logan
Are you one of the 50% of Australians that made a new year’s resolution this year? Was it related to losing weight or improving your health? Did you know that only around 10% of new year’s resolutions actually succeed? So why do we persevere every year? For many people, the new year brings with it the opportunity to start again, … Read More
How to stick to your New Year resolutions mindfully!
As we head into another new year, we are again confronted with new and/or old (and yet unachieved) New Years’ resolutions. We may even wonder if it’s possible to change what we perceive as ‘bad habits’ after having unsuccessfully attempted to change them many times in the past. Sometimes it is our mind that keeps us locked into old patterns. … Read More
Wishing you a Mindful, Merry Christmas by Loretta Murphy & Dr Ilze Grobler
As we approach Christmas/New Year people report experiencing not only a festive spirit, but also increased levels of stress. The pressure of striving to attain a “happy” mood state at this time of the year can be quite exhausting. We are surrounded by people who love Christmas, decorations abound, Christmas carols are playing and parties are being held. But what … Read More
Carrot and Zucchini Muffins
These delicious vegetable muffins are perfect for a picnic lunch or the weekday lunch box. Carrot and zucchini muffins (makes 12) 2 cups self raising flour 1 carrot, peeled and grated 1 zucchini, grated 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives ¾ cup milk ½ cup olive oil 2 eggs Cracked pepper for seasoning 1. Preheat the oven to 200oC. Lightly grease … Read More
Tzatziki
This super simple dip is quick and easy to prepare with only 3 ingredients. It makes crackers and crudités more interesting, and is delicious served in a wrap with leftover roast lamb, hummus and salad. Tzatziki 1 Lebanese cucumber, finely diced 1 cup Greek yoghurt 1 tbsp finely chopped chives 1. Place the cucumber, yoghurt and chives in a bowl. … Read More
Hummus
This is a low chemical version of hummus, suitable for those on an elimination diet. It is incredibly quick and easy to prepare. It is delicious with crackers or pita crisps, or served in a wrap with leftover roast lamb, salad and tzatziki. Hummus 440 g can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 3 tbsp canola oil 1/3 tsp citric acid Salt … Read More
10 easy ways to include more vegetables every day by Tania Logan Dietitian and Diabetes Educator
We all know we should eat plenty of vegetables, but did you know that only 4% of Australians eat enough vegetables? The average Australian only eats half of what we need. This week is National Nutrition Week, and the aim this year is to encourage everyone to eat more vegetables, and aim for the 5 serves we need each day. … Read More
Celebrating Mental Health Week 2016 – A personal story
If you’re reading this you’ve probably been there – self doubt, lethargy, maybe full blown depression. I’m writing this to celebrate mental health week, and hopefully explain to people that it can happen to anyone. Five years ago I was a confident, optimistic person with a young family and dreams. My life took a downward turn with a failed … Read More