Cardinia Naturopathic
Centre
Katrina Wright - ND
Hello and welcome to Winter!
I have now settled into my new premises at 7/11 John Street,
Pakenham and share the premises with Dr. Ryan Cassidy from Cardinia Osteopathy
Clinic.
It has been lovely to meet so many new faces in my new centre
and I welcome any clients that I was seeing though Feelgood Fitness – now
renamed “Voyage Fitness”.
Winter is a difficult season for most people. The cold
weather often means diet plans seem to be more relaxed and the temptation for
hot food traditionally means people will opt for unhealthy options such as
pies, hot chips and the likes. More coffee and tea is consumed as you try to
stay warm and with the increase in these drinks, often that extra chocolate
biscuit is snuck in too.
With all this cold weather, try to put aside a day every
fortnight to make healthy warm options such as soups and stews. Freeze them in
batches so you will always have that healthy meal or snack available.
Don’t forget about herbal teas instead of the caffeinated tea
and coffee options. Roasted dandelion and chicory root tea is a wonderful
alternative to coffee as you can take it with milk, as you would a cup of
coffee.
Finally, don’t forget to keep up your Vitamin D levels with
at least 10-20 minutes of sunshine a day (when it’s available!).
My clinic hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays. Prices are as
follows:
Initial consultation – (normally $70) Now $60.00 until 30th
June, 2012
Follow up consultation – half hour $40.00
1 hour Massage -$55.00
Remember, Naturopathic appointments are claimable on private
health rebates.
I look forward to seeing you soon,
Yours in health,
Katrina
Get ready for Winter!
Is your immune system ready to shiver through another
Victorian winter? Let me help you build up your immune system.
A good diet coupled with an immune boosting supplement can
help your body shake off that winter cold that’s lurking just around the
corner.
Optimal rx has produced “Defence Complete” – a supplement
specifically made to boost your immune system. Herbs such as Echinacea,
Andrographis and Olive Leaf will all assist in stimulating your immune system.
Andrographis paniculata has anti-inflammatory, antiviral and anti-bacterial
effects. It is also known as the “King of Bitters” and will assist your
digestive system by improving gall bladder function and increasing bile flow. Olive
Leaf also has the added benefits of being an anti oxidant.
This supplement also contains nutrients such as Vitamin C, Bioflavonoids
and Zinc which all combine to make it the perfect tablet to ward away the
common cold.
Price $35 60tablets
Help your skin!
Our skin can suffer in the Winter! To help improve skin cell
regeneration, remember to dry skin brush at least twice a week. Skin brushes,
such as those from “The Body Shop”, can be used to slough off the dead skin
cells. Always brush towards the heart, from the arms inwards and from the feet
upwards. This will help to stimulate your lymphatic system, removing wastes
from the body and stimulating new skin growth.
Sore Throat?
Cough lozenges can often contain high amounts of sugar which
may only exacerbate a sore throat, as well as adding extra calories to your
daily intake! Nutrition Care have a great lozenge which contains Zinc, Vitamin
C, Propolis, Slippery elm and Echinacea – all which combine to soothe a sore
throat and boost immune defences.
30 lozenges $14.00
Lentil and Vegetable Soup
Taste.com.au
Cooking Time
60 minutes
Ingredients (serves 8)
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305g (1 1/2 cups) brown lentils (or canned lentils to save on time)
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1 brown onion, halved, coarsely chopped
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2 large (about 400g) desiree potatoes, peeled, coarsely chopped
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2 large (about 200g) carrots, peeled, coarsely chopped
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2 celery sticks, trimmed, coarsely chopped
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1 x 400g can diced tomatoes
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4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
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2 dried bay leaves
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1 small fresh red chilli, finely chopped
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1/2 cup firmly packed chopped fresh
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continental parsley leaves and stems
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2L (8 cups) vegetable stock
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6 slices wholegrain or seeded bread, crusts removed, cut into 1cm cubes
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3 tsp balsamic vinegar
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Salt & freshly ground black pepper
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2 tbs extra virgin olive oil
Method
1.
Place lentils in a bowl and cover with cold water. Set aside for 2 hours
to soak (this makes them more digestible and reduces bloating). Drain and place
in a large saucepan with onion, potato, carrot, celery, tomato, garlic, bay
leaves, chilli, parsley and stock. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat to medium-low
and cook, partially covered, for 1 hour or until lentils and vegetables are
soft. (You can use canned lentils to save on time)
2.
Meanwhile, preheat oven to 180°C. Spread bread over a baking tray and
bake in preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until lightly toasted. Set aside to
cool.
3.
Add vinegar to soup. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Ladle soup
among serving bowls. Top with croutons and drizzle with oil. Serve immediately
Notes
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If using packaged vegetable stock, use half stock and half water to
ensure the soup isn't too salty. prep: 15 mins (+2 hours soaking time)
Do you need help with any of the following?
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Food Allergies
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Weight management
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Stress & Anxiety
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Sleep Disorders
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Respiratory Disorders
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Digestive Disturbances
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Children’s Health & Nutrition
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Women’s or Men’s Health Issues
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Ear Candling
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General Health Improvement
Call for
enquiries
Cardinia Naturopathic
Centre
Suite 7/11 John Street,
Pakenham (Upstairs in the Telstra building)
By
appointment only
0488 44
2354
Private
Health insurance rebates apply
