by Nat Draper | Jul 22, 2022 | Uncategorized
Although we are only half way through Winter, it certainly feels icy cold, not to mention the piecing wind. Raincoats, puffer jackets, scarves, beanies and boots are out in full force in Melbourne. With more gloomy weather around, it can tend to have a direct effect...
by Nat Draper | Dec 9, 2021 | Uncategorized
Vitamin D deficiencies are extremely common. As Melbourne now ‘returns to the office’ it’s a great time to think about your diet and sun exposure- are they supportive of healthy vitamin D levels? If you have fatigue, muscle weakness or cramping, depression...
by Nat Draper | Dec 9, 2021 | Uncategorized
Laughter is great for your brain, and the more chances you get to have a genuine laugh, the better your overall health is going to be. “Laughter is the best medicine” is not just a popular saying; it has ample scientific backing too. It has multiple health benefits...
by Nat Draper | Dec 9, 2021 | Uncategorized
Next time you find yourself in a heightened state, taking a few minutes to practise ‘Nadi Shodhana Pranayama’ (alternate nostril breathing) can help to calm the mind and the nervous system. This yogic breathing technique works by balancing yin and yang energies within...
by Nat Draper | Feb 23, 2020 | Uncategorized
1 cup (135 grams) sunflower seed kernels (not in the shell) 1/2 cup (90 grams) flax seeds 1/2 cup (65 grams) hazelnuts or almonds 1 1/2 cup (145 grams) rolled oats (if making gluten-free, swap for quinoa flakes) 2 tablespoons chai seeds 4 tablespoons psyllium husks (3...
by Nat Draper | Feb 18, 2020 | Mind Body Connection, Uncategorized, Womens health
Addictive thinking is by far the most common addiction both literally and figuratively. It literally affects the entire population to some extent or other and figuratively because it is arguably the root cause of all other addictions. Our addiction to food,...