When it comes to enjoying chocolate treats over Easter, you could say I am pretty easily satisfied... OK scratch that, I WAS pretty easily satisfied, until I was introduced to essential oils. Prior...
Food & Nutrition
Frozen Berries and Hepatitis A – who would have thought?
Who knew Frozen Berries and Hepatitis A co-existed? Not once did I ever suspect that a morning smoothie could ever be linked to acute-liver failure however, this isn't the first case of it's kind....
The Health Benefits of Warm Water and Lemon
The health benefits of warm water and lemon are often shrugged off as a dieting fad, but what if there was some truth to the story? Lemons are known to enhance the flavour of a number of dishes, but...
Are you hungry or thirsty?
Do you find yourself hungry all the time? Are you gaining weight from eating too much? It is possible that you may be confusing your body’s signs for thirst as signs of hunger. How is this possible?...
Holistic Pregnancy, Birth & Babies: A Reading Guide
I recently received yet another email from a gorgeous reader who asked me for more information regarding pregnancy, birth and early childhood nutrition (congratulations again!). Whilst I in no way...
What is a Bulletproof Coffee? Is it good for me?
So, I did it. I crossed into Bulletproof territory. It wasn't an easy decision, but I love to try new things and I am pleased to say that I was pleasantly surprised. When I started telling my...
How to read a Food Label
Whilst I'm a huge advocate for eating real foods (AKA foods without labels), I know that there is always going to be the odd occasion, where we are going to opt for food with labels. To help...
When ‘super foods’ make you sick
A few months ago, my partner (Andrew) whipped me up a smoothie from a new recipe book that not only looked delicious, it also tasted delicious and it meant I could power through my morning...
You said whaaat? Commonly Mispronounced Superfood Names
Hands up who stumbles over the names of the latest hip and happening health foods? They can be tricky! I mean, who is born with the natural ability to pronounce Acai correctly the first time round?...
The Health Benefits of Manuka Honey
Did you know that Manuka Honey is from New Zealand? Neither did I. Did you know Manuka Honey was made by the bees that feed on the Manuka Bush which is also known as the Tea Tree bush? Me either!...
Italy: Our Hotels, Whole Foodie Finds & Highlights
We have recently returned home from what was an incredible trip throughout Italy, you know one of those trips that leaves a real warmth in your belly and a smile on your face when you reminisce?...
The Problems with Calorie Counting
Before I kick off this post, I want you to understand that when I say 'The Problems with Calorie Counting', I am referring to the only reason I ever counted calories, and that was to avoid eating...
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Meet Alyse
I’m a qualified Nutritionist who believes an evidence-based approach to modern nutrition is severely under-rated. Patients are so often left in the dark when it comes to health-care and as a firm believer in the old saying “knowledge is power”, my ultimate goal is to provide my readers, students and patients with clear and actionable advice that ultimately helps you reach your full potential.