Posts by Fiona
20 Signs you aren’t drinking enough water
20 Signs You Aren’t Drinking Enough Water The human body has a built-in mechanism for telling us when we need to drink water –the feeling of being thirsty. Unfortunately, with an alarming two out of three individuals living with some form of chronic dehydration, many people have simply become numb to the sensation. If…
Read MoreGerman Potato Salad
German Potato Salad When potatoes are cooked through and then left to cool down, they form a firm texture which happens to be the resistant starch forming. Resistant starch is a prebiotic which is a type of fibre that is able to survive all the way to the colon, providing ‘food’ for the good bacteria,…
Read MoreMaybe so, Maybe not. We’ll see.
Chinese Proverb Maybe so, Maybe not. We’ll see. There is a Chinese Proverb that goes something like this… A farmer and his son had a beloved stallion who helped the family earn a living. One day, the horse ran away and their neighbors exclaimed, “Your horse ran away, what terrible luck!” The farmer replied,…
Read MoreByron Katie
Byron Katie In 2003, first introduced the world to The Work with the publication of Loving What Is. Nearly twenty years later, Loving What Is continues to inspire people all over the world to do The Work; to listen to the answers they find inside themselves; and to open their minds to profound, spacious, and…
Read MoreStir-fried Chicken and Tofu with Asparagus
Stir-fried Chicken and Tofu with Asparagus If you have cold or damp conditions or are overweight, make sure the tofu is thoroughly cooked in a small amount of olive oil before adding it to the stir-fry. Alternatively, the tofu can be replaced with precooked and gently heated adzuki beans. To improve sluggish digestion, add extra…
Read MoreCommon Cold & Flu Prevention
Common Cold & Flu Prevention Staying healthy this winter The arrival of winter means we see the prevalence of the common cold and flu on the rise here at Rosanna Traditional Chinese Medicine Centre. Most people don’t realize just how effective Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is for preventing and treating the common cold and flu.…
Read MoreAllergic Rhinitis
Allergic Rhinitis Allergic Rhinitis, also known as Hayfever, is a type of nose inflammation that occurs when the immune system overacts to allergens in the air. The immune system reacts by releasing histamine and chemical mediators, causing symptoms in the nose, throat, eyes, ears, skin and roof of the mouth. Sinusitis is an inflammatory condition…
Read MoreShitake Mushrooms with Tofu
Shitake Mushrooms with Tofu Shitake Mushrooms are good for the Stomach, blood and energy. Peas are an excellent toner for the Spleen in Spring. Peas also help qi move in the appropriate direction – and ease hiccups and coughing. People who are cold or deficient may need to add ginger to this meal. Ingredients: Serves…
Read MorePoached Pears
Poached Pears Porridge is a great way to support and heal gut health –oats are high in soluble fibre, which is great for colon health! We recommend Gluten-free oats (Bob’s Red Mill from Terra Madre is a good option) or Steel cut oats as they are completely (or near-completely) unprocessed. The more natural is always…
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Porridge Porridge is a great way to support and heal gut health –oats are high in soluble fibre, which is great for colon health! We recommend Gluten-free oats (Bob’s Red Mill from Terra Madre is a good option) or Steel cut oats as they are completely (or near-completely) unprocessed. The more natural is always better…
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