Inspired by my yoga teacher sharing insights about the dietary health benefits of a diet based on Ayurvedic principles, I was keen to explore more. Please note I have authored the content below as a novice to Ayurveda. Ayurveda originates from India and simply focuses on ‘Food is Medicine’ and Medicine is Food’ philosophy. Largely […]
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Summer time in Australian back yards means home grown tomatoes. In my smallish suburban block in bayside Melbourne, I grow tomatoes in the ground and in pots to make the most of the limited space and access to the northern aspect to the sun. As I have sandy soil, the nutrient and water loving tomatoes […]
Like most plant-based diets, the Mediterranean diet is considered to be the healthiest for overall good health and wellbeing. See my sources of inspiration, Markos Dymiotis, a keen advocate of the Mediterranean diet plus Dr Catherine Isiopoulos, professor and pro-Vice Chancellor at Murdoch University, Perth, WA. Meals are seasonal and based on what is edible […]
jam making, summer berries
Materials Test of Buckwheat Soba Noodles – comparison between homemade manual, homemade Thermomix and Commercial dried
Report on Monash University’s ‘Schooling Food’ Symposium and top tips on how to create a great-tasting lunchbox of your own
VCE Food Studies is designed to build the capacities of students to make informed food choices. Students develop their understanding of food while acquiring skills that enable them to take greater ownership of their food decisions and eating patterns. This study complements and supports further training and employment opportunities in the fields of home economics, […]
Last week I spoke about getting kids engaged in cooking and eating healthy food- just don’t mention the word ‘healthy’ because it’s too long term when you talk about nutrition linked to lifestyle diseases such as cardiovascular diseases and Type 2 diabetes. Instead let’s talk about eating well for enjoying food together with friends and […]
Where will your feet take you today? What do you notice when you walk compared with sitting in a car?
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