Vanessa Bloem Nutritional Therapist

18/08/2019

Healthy lunchbox treats! Spiced pumpkin and banana muffins made with coconut oil, whole meal stoneground flour, oats and honey. No guilt and so nutritious

27/02/2019

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06/01/2017

06/01/2017

Wheat-free, sugar-free festive spice chocolatey granola roasting away on stove. Amazing flavours and no guilt! Ready for a few weeks of no sugar no bread 👍

05/07/2016

Skinny Thai peanut dressing

1,5 tbsp xilitol
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp rice wine vin
1 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp peanut butter
1 tbsp grated ginger
1 tbsp fresh crushed garlic
Salt to taste
Sesame seeds.
Water to thin if necessary

Mix all and use as healthier dressing in wraps, on salads or as dipping sauce 😉

22/03/2016

Sugar and gluten free chocolate biscuits yummy!

22/03/2016

Two rules of thumb when purchasing packaged food:
* the longer the ingredient list the more processed and probably unhealthy it is
* if you cannot pronounce most ingredients it's probably far away from natural and healthy.

19/03/2015

Many women's health problems stem from hormone imbalance: osteoporosis, PMS, menopausal symp, weight gain, mood swings, blood-sugar imbalances...
Some key points to consider in your diet to balance hormones:
• eat at least 5 servings of fruit & veg - particularly cruciferous veg such as broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower. The indole-3-carbinols prevent the absorbtion of toxic forms of oestrogen
• increase intake of legumes such as chickpeas and lentils and also flaxseeds which contain phytoestrogens that reduce toxic oestrogens
• eats whole grains and fibre rich foods to help prevent absorbtion of oestrogenic chemicals from pesticides and plastics and encourages elimination of toxins and old hormones
• at least two portions of oily fish and use cold pressed olive oil. Also eat nuts and seeds
• reduce bad fats, sugar, caffeine, alcohol, preservatives, additives, artificial sweeteners. All put unecessary stress on liver- NB for detoxing
• plenty of water to flush toxins and old hormones

Happy balancing! 🌼

16/01/2015

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15/01/2015

I've always been a little uncertain about using beans/pulses as an alternative to grains, but it is really easy and tasty not to mention healthy! Try mashing/blending olive oil, vegetable stock powder (preferably low sodium), a little milk/milk alternative and a tin of cannellini or butter beans and heat up. Serve a portion of fish or chicken on it with a green salad and voila!

04/08/2014

Soak oats, seeds (sunflower, pumpkin, flax, sesame) and dried cranberries in a mix of almond milk and plain yogurt overnight for a very nutritious breakfast. Cinnamon (great anti- inflammatory agent) and honey can be added. Just be careful although it has health properties honey is still a sugar! By soaking oats you retain all the nutrients sometimes being lost in the cooking process. Almond milk gives a lovely flavour and is a great alternative for people with milk allergies or intolerances. Don't underestimate how much children will also love this! Oats contains lost of B vitamins necessary for energy and learning. Its also low GI which means it will keep you satisfied for longer preventing the need for a 10am run to the vending machine 😉

22/06/2014

Lunch idea for fussy toddlers...

13/05/2014

Try this Immune Booster Smoothie

Makes 1 large glass.

One and a half cups of fresh pineapple
A handful of watercress
A handful of spinach
2 stalks celery
Half a cup of water
Half an inch to one inch of ginger
2 inches of fresh turmeric or half a tsp ground turmeric
1 tsp manuka honey
Peel ginger and fresh turmeric. Chop pineapple, celery, ginger and turmeric into bite sized pieces. Put all ingredients in blender and mix thoroughly. Best drunk immediately. Enjoy!

Regular juicing is a simple and delicious way to add vital nutrients to our diet. When done correctly it can have many health benefits, from improved digestion to hormonal balance and increased energy, to mention but a few.

Resouce: College of naturopathic medicine

15/04/2014

Consuming 100g of sugar (even in fruit juice) can significantly inhibit the immune function in your body even within 30 minutes and it can last for over five hours! It sounds like a lot but this amount is easily reached. So best to avoid sugary snacks or refined carbohydrates when ill.

02/04/2014

Lovely Asian dressing by Jamie Oliver to spice up your fish dish. Fresh ingredients with anti-microbial, liver supporting and immune boosting properties as well as lots of omega 3!

Lime zest of one lime
Half grated garlic clove
Half tsp grated ginger
1 Spring onion chopped
Chilli to taste
Chopped coriander to taste
1 tsp Sesame oil
2 tble sp Soy sauce
2 tble sp Olive oil
1 tbsp honey

Mix all together and serve over grilled Mackarel on basmati rice.

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28/03/2014

Quick and easy dinner thanks to mr Holford. And its healthy too

24/03/2014

Home remedy for coughs: squeeze of fresh lemon juice, few slivers of ginger root, teaspoon of honey in hot water. Cool down and drink or give spoons full to children.

19/03/2014

Juice cucumber, kiwi and apple and pour over ice for a refreshing juice that is good for the liver, kidneys, immune system, skin, nails and hair! Recipe by Jason Vale