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Digestion isn’t something we focus on every day but our gut health is so important and you’d be amazed at the variety of benefits a healthy gut can provide to our bodies &amp; minds. We have good news too, supporting good digestive health can be easy and one of our amazing naturopaths has put some tips together that the whole family can use.

5 Top Tips for Supporting Your Digestion

This delicious recipe for scones is one from our wonderful contributor Kelly Gibney...

Scones with Strawberry Chia Jam & Cream

If you’re looking for some easy ways to support your immunity, and the immunity of your loved ones, well, we’ve got you covered! Our naturopath Kelly has put together 10 tips for supporting your immunity all year round.

10 Tips for Supporting Your Immunity

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There is a never-ending list of to-dos with last minute jobs, Christmas shopping, work parties, menu-planning, housework, school functions and so on all vying for priority.&nbsp; So if the end of the year is starting to get the better of you, we have some nutrition know-how to get you through the silly season with sanity intact.<h4>Get your B’s to help your Zzzz</h4>B vitamins get used up quickly when the body is under stress. They are vital for optimal mental and emotional health, as well as proper brain and nervous system function.&nbsp; When our levels of these necessary nutrients are low, we are less likely to be able to cope in stressful situations.&nbsp; We will also feel tired and depleted, struggling to stay awake in the day but also struggling to get restful sleep at night. B vitamins work as helpers within the body to support many cellular processes. One of their functions is to assist with the conversion of the dietary amino acid tryptophan into the neurotransmitters serotonin which supports healthy mood and also melatonin, our sleep hormone. <h4>Nature’s “chill pill” </h4>Magnesium is essential for supporting our mind and body when we’re stressed.&nbsp; It’s often dubbed ‘Nature’s chill pill’ for its crucial role in helping the body relax from tension – whether you hold that tension in your muscles or your mind.&nbsp; Magnesium not only helps us cope with stress so much better, it also helps with fatigue, helping us maintain consistent energy levels throughout the day. It’s estimated up to 75% of us have some degree of magnesium deficiency so it’s no surprise we might be getting hot under the collar more easily at this time of year.&nbsp; Plus, the more stress you have the more magnesium you use up! With our diets often low in replenishing magnesium and using up our stores more quickly, it’s easy to see why we might need a little helping hand at this time of year.<h4>Stress buster</h4>Vitamin C might not be the first thing you think of when it comes to stress, but this winter favourite is also a summertime necessity to get us through the silly season.&nbsp; Our adrenal glands, sitting like triangular hats atop our kidneys, are the centre for our stress response producing hormones like cortisol and adrenalin. &nbsp;Vitamin C is essential for the proper functioning of our adrenal glands and to make our stress hormones.&nbsp; The more stress we have, the more vitamin C our body uses up and the more we need.&nbsp; When we are stressed, vitamin C disappears out of the blood stress at an extremely quick rate. Whether we are exercising hard (good stress) or wilting under pressure (bad stress), we need more vitamin C.&nbsp; Unlike most animals, we as humans can’t make our own vitamin C and we have limited space to store it.&nbsp; So we must get it regularly – every day in fact. So to get you through this hectic time of the year make sure you are covering these nutrition basics to support your body this festive season. Happy Holidays!

Tips to survive the silly season

<h2>1. A Basic Vinaigrette</h2>Simply whisk together 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 3 tbsp of extra virgin olive oil &amp; 1 tsp of Dijon mustard. Add salt and pepper to taste and you have yourself a simple dressing.Add a little minced garlic or shallot for another flavour.<h2>2. Green Goddess Sauce</h2>We're sure you've heard about this delicious dressing. The easiest way to make this one is to blend together 1 ripe avocado, a clove of garlic (or two), 1 tsp apple cider vinegar, 3 tbsp of natural yoghurt, 1/2 packed cup of fresh green herbs (any mix you like) and seasoning to taste. You might need to add up to 6 tbsp of water too, this will help you get the creamy consistency that makes this dressing so good.Try stirring this sauce-like dressing through spaghetti instead of a salad for a light pasta dish.<h2>3. Raspberry Dressing</h2>Feeling like something a little sweeter? 1 cup of fresh raspberries (or frozen defrosted), 6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar &amp; 4 tbsp of honey, blended together makes a tangy, fruity dressing, perfect for a summer salad. Adding a pinch of salt can help to lift the flavours depending on your raspberries.Try chilling this dressing before use and see which you prefer.<h2>4. Sesame Ginger Sauce</h2>The fresh ginger in this dressing gives a subtle warmth to every bite! Start by peeling and mincing 2 tbsp fresh ginger. Blend this together with 6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp Healtheries Apple Cider vinegar with Turmeric &amp; Ginger, 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil and once combined, stir through 1 tsp sesame seeds.Add some orange or lime juice &amp; zest for a fresher taste.<h2>5. Tahini Miso Dressing</h2>On a more hearty salad, like roasted vegetables, this earthy, flavour-packed dressing is perfect! Whisk together a 1/4 cup of tahini with 1 tbsp of white miso paste, 2 tbsp of apple cider vinegar and 1 tbsp of soy sauce. At this stage the dressing will be thick so add water, a tsp at a time, continuing until the dressing is the consistency you like.<h2>6. Honey Lemon Vinaigrette</h2>The final dressing on our list is this yummy vinaigrette, a little bit sweet, a little bit tangy, great on any salad. Simply combine 6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp Healtheries Apple Cider vinegar with Turmeric &amp; Ginger, zest and juice of one lemon and 2 tbsp honey. Finally,&nbsp;season to taste.

6 Simple Apple Cider Vinegar Dressings

For a splash of acidity in a salad, a tablespoon of Apple Cider Vinegar whisked into the dressing is perfect.Are you massaging kale? Again, tart, tangy apple cider vinegar (or ACV) should be your pantry staple of choice.But did you know that ACV is so much more versatile than cookbooks would have us believe?We've compiled a list of our 5 favourite ways to use the acid, that don't involve greens, to help you make the most of your bottle!<h2>1) Add ACV to Your Bath</h2>At the end of the week, or after a particularly long day, there aren't many things that feel as indulgent as a bath. The next time you treat yourself, skip the little ones bubble bath and add a few of your own goodies.Beyond any benefits for your skin, this one takes no more time than when the bath is running &amp; it will make your 'me-time' so much more special.You can add up to 2 cups of apple cider vinegar to your bath and try pairing this with Epsom salts, essential oils or even coconut oil.<h2>2) Replace White Vinegar in Homemade Cleaners</h2>For a simple spray cleaner, fill a spray bottle with 1/3 apple cider vinegar and 2/3 water.If you don't want to buy a new spray bottle, re-use one that has ran out.You can use the cleaner on counter tops or try it on your windows for a streak free finish.You should avoid using vinegar based cleaners on marble, stone &amp; wood.<h2>3) Use as a Weed Killer</h2>To make a DIY weed killer, fill a spray bottle with apple cider vinegar. For every 500ml of vinegar add 1/2 tsp of liquid dish soap.Ths weed killer is best used on paths &amp; areas with no other planting as the solution will cause damage to any plant it comes into contact with.<h2>4) Make a Tasty Tonic</h2>Perfect iced or hot, there are many recipes out there to make an apple cider vinegar tonic.For a hot tonic, combine ACV with honey, turmeric, ginger &amp; warm water.Alternatively during summer, swap honey for maple syrup and add soda water and ice instead of warm water.You could also try using Healtheries Apple Cider Vinegar with Turmeric &amp; Ginger to avoid the grittiness of powdered spices, if you don't have time to steep fresh turmeric and ginger.<h2>5) Poach Perfect Eggs</h2>Adding just two teaspoons of apple cider vinegar to a deep pan of simmering water before adding an egg to poach can help the whites to harden faster, leaving you with perfect poached eggs for brunch!We'll see you at yours on Saturday?

5 Ways To Use Apple Cider Vinegar

Ultimately there will be some people for whom breakfast is a must - it breaks the overnight fast, giving them the energy (both physically and mentally) they need to start the day. It also provides an excellent opportunity for getting important nutrients.Some people find that if they skip this first meal of the day they tend to overcompensate later which can result in weight gain over time.Interestingly though, others have found that forcing themselves to eat breakfast (because they think they should) leads to increased hunger and uncontrolled snacking throughout the day. They’re simply not hungry when they wake and feel better going without… And really, who are we to argue if this potentially means skipping a bowl of calorie - dense, nutrient – poor, sugar loaded cereal?It would seem then that the importance of breakfast probably depends on individual preference, individual needs and the actual nutritional quality of the breakfast. Convenience meals are on the rise, and naturally more people are eating cereal at different times of the day too. It’s easy to have a bowl of cereal at the office desk when you forgot your lunch!A recent survey completed by Healtheries consumers, found that 45% of you do choose to tuck into a bowl of cereal daily and would love to see more nutritious, fibre - boosted, protein – loaded and lower sugar options available on the supermarket shelves.We’ve listened to this feedback and Healtheries now have a brand new range of cereals, each carrying a 4 Star Health Rating and gluten free - approved by the New Zealand Coeliac Society. Prebiotic fibre and probiotics have been added to help support a healthy digestive system, and the range contains no artificial colours, flavour, sweeteners or preservatives. There’s something for everyone!<h2><a>Healtheries Gluten Free Hi–Fibre Cereal</a></h2>A delicious cereal made with ancient grains, real fruits, sunflower seeds and linseeds. Natural ingredients you can see and taste and a good source of fibre with just over 4.0g per serve.<h2><a>Healtheries Gluten Free Protein Crunchy Cereal</a></h2>With just over 7.0g of protein per serve coming from pea protein crisps, pumpkin and sunflower seeds, linseeds, peanuts and almonds. A crunchy and textured cereal containing over 30% nuts and seeds - a beneficial source of both protein and fibre.<h2><a>Healtheries Gluten Free Berry De–Light Cereal</a></h2>A delicious, lighter cereal filled with real cranberries, sultanas, strawberry, blueberries and plum, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds and the ancient grains buckwheat and quinoa. Healtheries Berry De–Light has 25% less sugar than other berry cereals.<h2><a>Healtheries Gluten Free Fun Puffs Kids Cereal</a></h2>Children are one group who definitely do need their breakfast. Their high energy requirements and smaller stomachs mean that small but frequent meals and snacks are a must. It is thought that 10% of young New Zealanders do not eat a regular breakfast and this may negatively affect their cognitive function, academic performance, school attendance, social function and mood. Our Gluten Free Fun Puffs Kids Cereal has a yummy chocolate flavor and 40% less sugar than other kid’s cereals. Healtheries colourful Fun Puffs are created using only natural colours from the juices of fruits and vegetables like spirulina, radish, apple and blackcurrant.