The Skin Barrier

The Skin Barrier

The skin’s barrier is the outermost layer of the epidermis. Essentially, this layer of skin provides a waterproof barrier that works as a bodyguard for the skin. Keeping the good guys in and throwing the bad out! Our skin barrier is made up of lipids (oils) that...
Gut Health Tip #1

Gut Health Tip #1

An apple a day, may just keep the doctor away! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Research has found that green apples are high in non-digestible dietary fibre and polyphenols. Even after chewing and exposure to stomach acid and digestive enzymes, these compounds are...
Gut Health Tip # 2

Gut Health Tip # 2

Delicious and crunchy, pumpkin seeds are perfect for a nutritional boost! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Pumpkin seeds are a great source of fibre and are high in zinc, an important nutrient for digestive enzyme production and immune function. They are also rich in...
Detox Miso Eggplant Recipe

Detox Miso Eggplant Recipe

Nourish your gut with this nourishing miso eggplant, packed full of gut friendly goodness, and vegan too!  Ingredients Serves 4 4 small eggplants, halved Sea salt 1⁄4 cup white miso paste 1⁄4 cup mirin 1 tbsp coconut sugar 1 tbsp sesame oil 1 tbsp fresh ginger,...