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Margarine may not be the best solution, and opting for high-quality butter may be more beneficial for overall health. First, let's take a look at cholesterol. Cholesterol is a substance naturally produced in the body to build healthy cells, make hormones, and digest fats. It's also found in animal products, and cholesterol from animals that are pastured or grass-fed tend to produce healthier fats compared to those that are grain-fed.

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The "rest and digest" state, also known as the parasympathetic state, refers to the body's relaxed state when it focuses on digestion and restoration. This state is controlled by the parasympathetic nervous system and helps increase blood flow to digestive organs, slow the heart rate, and stimulate digestive enzyme production. It also promotes relaxation and reduces stress levels. This state can be triggered by activities such as deep breathing or meditation before and after eating.

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Hydra Island - Go for coastal walks along cascading houses and mansions up and down the coastline, sip on freddo espressos or a cocktail or two in one of the many sea cliff cafes and restaurants, jump off rocks into the Med, and come up close and personal to the local dolphins. In the village, you will find winding, narrow paths, lit-up fishing tavernas covered with colourful bougainvilleas, and beautiful shops. This was the home of Leonard Cohen and many other famous poets, writers, and artists.

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I started my holiday with three days in Athens. Usually, just a stopover before going to the islands, but Athens called me to stay. I met some fantastic people, traveled back in time to Antiquity, and immersed myself in ancient mythology and ancient herbal medicine while lingering amongst the plants and ancient ruins. Olive, bitter orange, bay laurel, carob, prickly pear, fig, mulberry, pine, oak, cypress, honeysuckle, dandelion, rosemary, basil, rose geranium, wild sage & thyme, and mountain tea (Sideritis plant genus) became my friends. I was bewitched! 

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Greece has a millennia-long tradition of using herbs for medicinal purposes, so I am very excited to explore more about ancient medicine and physicians - and of course, bring all that knowledge back with me to share with you!

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Here is a Naturopathic Protocol we have established that has been remarkably effective in supporting the recovery from Long Covid & positioning the mind & body into excellent health for optimal healing.

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I eventually got Covid. It was pretty mild - a raspy voice and a general feeling of 'weirdness,' like I was hosting a dinner party for an unwelcome guest. That week I took my clinic back online from the comfort of my home. I missed Heidi (my assistant), but between phone and email, we found our rhythm.

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The temperature has dropped and it's too cold for salads and smoothies. Replace cold foods with warming foods. Start with breakfast - swap smoothies and fruit salad with warming, poached or baked seasonal fruit such as quince, pears, apples, nashi and rhubarb. If you enjoy morning smoothies, add aromatic spices which promote digestion & keep your constitution warm. Cinnamon and ginger work wonderfully well with most fruits & flavours. Swap cold breakfast cereal with a warming breakfast porridge or a protein chia pudding. 

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A warming winter recipe much like a Shepherd's Pie but with sweet pumpkin slices instead of mashed potato. 

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Chicken supreme with mushrooms and carrots poached in coconut, lime, chilli & ginger. This chicken dish on my instagram had more reach outs for the recipe than any other I have posted. Enjoy. It is as delicious as it looks. 

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