How often do you stop to appreciate the life you have? We are very lucky in this country as things we often take for granted (such as running water) we see as rights, not privileges. We are lucky we live in a country where we have the choice of what we buy, where we go, [...]
Ethical consumerism refers to the role we play as consumers and the impact our daily life has on the environment to help our society become more sustainable. Some examples include being conscious of how much we are consuming– buy what we need to decrease waste and landfill; supporting local ethical companies; and boycotting irresponsible companies [...]
1 cup sunflower seeds ½ cup flax seeds ½ cup hazelnuts or almonds (I use almonds) 1 ½ cups quinoa flakes or rolled oats (I use quinoa for GF) 2 Tbsp. chia seeds 4 Tbsp. psyllium seed husks (3 Tbsp. if using powder) 1 tsp. fine grain sea salt (add ½ tsp. if using coarse [...]
Eggs are considered one of the best protein sources available. Eggs are low in fat (only 9% fat). Eggs are high in long chain omega 3 fatty acids—helps brain function and vision. Eggs contain many vitamins and nutrients we need such as Vitamins A, B2, B5, B12, D, E, folic acid, biotin, choline, iodine, iron, [...]
1 1/2 cups (175 g / 6 oz) organic rolled oats (see notes) 1/2 cup (40 g / 1 1/2 oz) organic desiccated or flaked coconut 1/2 cup (60 g / 2 1/4 oz) flaked or chopped almonds 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg – just a hint…. The [...]
As we are approaching the end of the year, it is a great time to brainstorm the many positive outcomes that we are thankful for. You may be thankful for a healthy year, for new friends in your life, or for re-connecting with some old ones, having the ability to spend time with your family. [...]
300 g (101/2 oz/3 cups) almond meal 2 teaspoons gluten-free baking powder 4 organic or free range eggs 1/4 cup macadamia nut oil 1 teaspoon ground Cinnamon 2 tablespoons honey 1 grated red apple 200 g fresh or frozen Blueberries Preheat the oven to 170°C Combine the almond meal and baking powder in a large [...]
Back in Balance Chiropractic Presents 'Oblivious' for this years SALA festival. SALA Exhibition 3-30 August 2014 Please join us for the exhibition opening on 3 August 2pm-5pm at Back in Balance Chiropractic Shop 5/225 Main Road, Blackwood Artists Benjamin Lewis, Maggie Moy, Paije Cox and Taylar Cox The pieces are a combination of mixed media [...]
1 leek, washed and finely sliced 1 stick celery finely chopped 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger 1 teaspoon fresh grated turmeric or 1/2 teaspoon dry 600 g Carrot, thinly sliced 300 ml almond milk or just extra vegetable stock 1 litre (4 cups)Vegetable stock 1 onion or 2 shallots, chopped finely Pinch of sea salt [...]
Children are four and a half times more likely to have a daily TV habit than a daily physical habit. Unfortunately, the longer children sit, the harder it is for them to hold themselves up properly. Children tend to sit with their head and chin forward which jams the top part of the neck joints. [...]
