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Improving mental health via the gut

Posted on July 11, 2019August 4, 2019 by Katherine Geary

One in two Australasians experience a mental health issue at some point in their life. At the same time, the… Read more Improving mental health via the gut

Mighty Turmeric

Posted on January 26, 2018August 4, 2019 by Katherine Geary

What is this golden wonder? The vibrant yellow powder that we see in the (super)markets and spice stores comes from… Read more Mighty Turmeric

Chemical Soup

Posted on August 3, 2017September 7, 2018 by Katherine Geary

Every day we are bombarded with a cocktail of chemicals: the fragrances in the shower gel we lather over our… Read more Chemical Soup

Restoring gut health after gastroenteritis

Posted on March 13, 2017September 7, 2018 by Katherine Geary

With two young children in childcare and another at school, we are constantly receiving notes home about various illnesses doing the rounds.… Read more Restoring gut health after gastroenteritis

Just a spoonful of sugar…

Posted on June 24, 2016September 7, 2018 by Katherine Geary

8 ways to get kids to take their medicine It’s hard to see our kids suffering when they are unwell, but… Read more Just a spoonful of sugar…

Boosting your child’s immunity: Part 1 – the basics

Posted on June 24, 2016September 7, 2018 by Katherine Geary

With winter comes coughs and colds, and schools and childcare centres become over-run with sneezy, wheezy, snotty, grotty little people. Following are… Read more Boosting your child’s immunity: Part 1 – the basics

Getting kids to eat more veggies

Posted on May 17, 2016September 7, 2018 by Katherine Geary

Yep, I get it – it can be a daily battle trying to get your kids to embrace the good… Read more Getting kids to eat more veggies

Skater Salve

Posted on April 6, 2016September 7, 2018 by Katherine Geary

My husband loves to surf but since we live an hour’s drive from the surf beach, he has taken up… Read more Skater Salve

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The final tip in this series focused on reducing your risk of breast cancer is @knowyourlemons! Check out the brilliant app which shows you exactly what to do & what to look for, set yourself a reminder, and do it! Obviously this doesn't prevent breast cancer but it can help you pick up any changes early, which can then be investigated. #knowyourlemons #breastcancer #prevention
Vitamin D is so important for balancing components of our immune system. Down here in the deep dark south of NZ, the elevation angle of the sun is too low over winter for our bodies to generate Vitamin D. I love the app D-Minder for checking Vitamin D availability where you are, and tracking how much you are getting. I also recommend getting your levels tested and supplementing if they are low, particularly if you can't get regular access to sun on your skin. #breastcancer #prevention
Exercise is one of the most effective tools we have for reducing risk, improving recovery and decreasing recurrence of breast cancer. Incorporate moderate-to-vigorous exercise for a minimum of 30 minutes at least 5 times a week to see the benefits. You can break this up into smaller amounts over the course of the day if you are struggling to find the time. #breastcancer #prevention
Chronic stress activates inflammatory processes as well as suppressing the immune system by reducing the number of natural killer (NK) cells which destroy cancer cells. It's not always easy to avoid stressors so it's important to improve our resilience to stress so that the body can recover quickly from the "flight or fight" response and return to a state of rest, digest and repair. The good news is that you can increase the levels of NK cells with laughter, meditation, yoga, and exercise. #breastcancer #prevention
Often this is the one that women find the hardest - putting themselves first. We are so often used to looking after everyone else's needs that there is no time or energy left to nurture our own wellbeing. Take stock emotionally, socially and spiritually and find ways to put yourself first. #breastcancer #prevention
The hormone melatonin starts to rise towards the end of the day. Not only does it help us initiate sleep, it is also a powerful antioxidant and a natural enemy of cancer cells. Exposure to blue light - from tv screens, tablets, smart phones, computers, laptops - turns down melatonin by approximately half an hour for each each of exposure. Switch off devices and stay away from screens for an hour before bed to keep melatonin levels high. #breastcancer #prevention

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