How sugar messes with our gut microbiome
How sugar messes with our gut microbiome Your gut is also the place where serotonin (happy hormone) is made. Nutritionist Michele Chevalley Hedge demystifies the world of sugar and lets us know...
Gluten-free Banana Bread
Gluten-free Banana Bread This version of the recipe was inspired by this “Skinny Banana Bread” created by Tastes Better From Scratch – and Balanced Bites. I cringe at the title. Ingredients:1.5...
Beauty Truffles
Beauty Truffles Time: 2 hours Makes: 20 INGREDIENTS:1 cup pitted prunes, soaked in hot water for 20 minutes, then drained1 cup fresh raspberries2 scoops of Good Green Vitality2 cups desiccated...
How To Overhaul Your Diet in 7 Days
This article is reproduced with permission from bodyandsoul_au and was first published here. “Take this journey with me this week by layering on one new habit a day,” says nutritionist Michele...
Banana Vanilla Bean
Banana Vanilla Bean Ingredients:2 eggs1 vanilla bean podcoconut milk about 1 3/4 cups, canned1/2 cup water1 banana1 teaspoon ground cinnamonpinch of sea salt1/4 cup chia seeds1/8 cup of crunchy...
Mexican Taste Bud Fajitas
Mexican Taste Bud Fajitas Total Time 15 minutesServings 2 people Ingredients:1 red onion1 red capsicum (bell pepper)450 g ground (minced) beef or pork OR cooked / lentils beans1/4 cup lime juice...
5 Steps To Beating Those Constant Cravings For Good
Do you find that no matter how hard you try, you just can’t get past the mid-afternoon slump without caving? Nutritionist Michele Chevalley Hedge shares some tips for curbing your cravings –...
Sweet potato BLAT (bean curd, lettuce, avocado and tomato)
Sweet potato BLAT (bean curd, lettuce, avocado and tomato) BLAT ingredients2 slices sweet potato¼ avocado2-4 teaspoons gomasio (see recipe below)4-6 slices smoked tofu or 2 slices salmon/trout¼-½...
Fish and vegetable kebabs
Fish and vegetable kebabs Ingredients1 bunch coriander2 cloves garlicGenerous pinch of salt1 tbsp turmeric powder2 tbsp freshly grated gingerFew grinds of freshly ground black pepper1 tbsp...
Crispy Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Potatoes & Carrots
Crispy Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Potatoes & Carrots Ingredients1 pound fingerling potatoes, halved lengthwise1 pound carrots, cut into 3-inch lengths1 tablespoon extra-virgin...
Honey-Harissa Chicken Thighs
Honey-Harissa Chicken Thighs Ingredients1 pound fingerling potatoes, halved lengthwise1 pound carrots, cut into 3-inch lengths1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil¾ teaspoon salt, divided¾ teaspoon...
Paprika Chicken Thighs with Brussels Sprouts
Paprika Chicken Thighs with Brussels Sprouts Ingredients1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved (or quartered if large)4 small shallots, quartered1 lemon, sliced3 tablespoons extra-virgin...
Sheet-Pan Sesame Chicken & Broccoli with Scallion-Ginger Sauce
Sheet-Pan Sesame Chicken & Broccoli with Scallion-Ginger Sauce One Pan Wonder with Iron Rich Chicken Thighs. Let's talk about the goodness here… clean protein that is high in iron, veggies,...
Honey-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Carrots & Broccoli
Photograher: Greg Dupree Prop Stylist: Sarah Elizabeth Cleveland Food Stylist: Karen Rankin Honey-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Carrots & Broccoli One Pan Wonder with Iron Rich Chicken Thighs....
Five Guilt-Free Reasons To Eat Chocolate
In the spirit of Easter Sunday, the day when most of us will be gorging ourselves on chocolate, nutritionist Michele Chevalley Hedge reveals how this indulgence can be good for you Easter Sunday...
Kale & Lentil Stew With Mashed Potatoes
Kale & Lentil Stew with Mashed Potatoes Ingredients1 ½ pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil1 medium onion, chopped2 cloves garlic,...
Very Green Lentil Soup
Very Green Lentil Soup IngredientsIngredient Checklist2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for garnish2 large yellow onions, chopped1 ¼ teaspoons salt, divided2 tablespoons plus 4 cups...
Roasted Root Veggies & Greens over Spiced Lentils
Roasted Root Veggies & Greens over Spiced Lentils IngredientsLentils1 ½ cups water½ cup black beluga lentils or French green lentils (see Tip)1 teaspoon garlic powder½ teaspoon ground...
Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pies
Vegetarian Shepherd's Pies IngredientsIngredient Checklist1 pound Yukon Gold or white potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks½ cup buttermilk1 tablespoon butter¾ teaspoon salt, divided½...
Mashed Legumes with Onion, Capers & Radicchio (Sympetherio)
Mashed Legumes with Onion, Capers & Radicchio (Sympetherio) IngredientsIngredient Checklist½ cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided1 large red onion, chopped, plus 1 medium red onion, thinly...
Instant-Pot Mujadara
Instant-Pot Mujadara IngredientsIngredient Checklist¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil2 larges red onions, thinly sliced1 cup dried brown lentils, picked over1 cup long-grain brown rice3 cups water1...
Crispy Smashed Brussels Sprouts
Crispy Smashed Brussels Sprouts Ingredients1 ½ pounds medium to large Brussels sprouts, trimmed (16-18)2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 teaspoons...
SYDNEY SPICE SALMON WITH CAULIFLOWER RICE
SYDNEY SPICE SALMON WITH CAULIFLOWER RICE For those of you who know our popular ‘Balmain & Rozelle Spice Blend’, it’s having a name change to ‘Sydney Spice‘. We feel this blend represents the...
BROWN RICE TUNA POKE BOWL WITH FURIKAKE
BROWN RICE TUNA POKE BOWL WITH FURIKAKE Poke me!!! The poke (poke-ay) bowl is the dish of the moment – full of healthy ingredients and great flavour. The possibilities are endless, just combine...
HEALTHY HOT CROSS BUNS
HEALTHY HOT CROSS BUNS INGREDIENTSStart this recipe the day before320 g (11 1/2 oz / 2 3/4 cups) whole meal spelt flour50 g (1 3/4 oz / 1/2 cup) rye flour10 g fresh yeast or 1 sachet 5 g dried...
Sleep Your Way To Weight Loss
Nutritionist Michele Chevalley Hedge knows that sleep deprivation and weight gain are firmly connected. Here, she reveals seven ways to make sure you get that all important shut-eye. When I look...
