Diet

Top tips:

• Using the GI list provided, familiarize yourself with a few key ingredients and foods that form a regular part of your diet.
• Chose carbohydrates with GL values of 0- 10 most frequently and 1 – 19 occasionally. Foods with a GL of 20 or above should be avoided or consumed with a low GL carbohydrate, protein and god oil.
• When making a blind choice, avoid anything processed and look for grain products that are high in fibre.
• Foods with an acidic value or taste tend to have a lower GL, for example, sourdough bread, and acidic fruits and vegetables.
• Below ground vegetables or vegetables which are sweet and sticky when cooked will often have a high GL (although not always). For example potatoes and sweet potatoes have a high GL compared to broccoli or other greens.
• When planning meals – always include 1/3 protein and 2/3 low GL carbohydrate and essential fats (from oily fish, avocado, nuts, seeds, olive oil).
• Allow some fat each day. Preferably form vegetable and fish sources.

Top tips:

• Minimize intake of nutritionally deficient foods such as sugar, processed, refined and fast foods
• Choose whole or unrefined grain products instead of refined products (white breads, white flour products, white pasta, white rice – except basmati)
• Choose a wide variety of nuts, seeds, legumes, fruits, and vegetables. Eat with the seasons to receive a variety of foods high in nutrients.
• Include a combination of available protein sources daily to attain adequate levels of amino acids.
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A general detoxification programme aims to improve both liver detoxification processes and bowel elimination.

As a general rule this involves reducing:

Creams

Avocado cream - 1 tbs honey, ½ - 1 avocado, 1 banana and blend.

Tahini and honey cream - equal amounts of hone and tahini gradually add water until reaches desired consistency, add vanilla to taste.

Desert

Tofu strawberry whip - 1 packet of tofu (220 - 250gms), 2 cups of strawberries, 2 tablespoons honey, maple syrup or rice syrup. 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla essence. Blend until smooth and place into cups, garnish wit strawberries.

Many people experience unpleasant
reactions of foods they have eaten and suspect a food allergy is the
underlying cause. However, only 2-5% of adults and 2-8% of children
are truly allergic to certain foods. The remainder of people may be
experiencing food intolerance, o food sensitivity, rather then food
allergy.

We are led to believe that milk and other diary products are an essential and healthy component of a balanced diet and that reduction or avoidance will lead to nutrient deficiency, namely calcium. However, there is much evidence to support the reduction or avoidance of dairy products even if you are not allergic to them. Health problems resulting from diary begin with modern farming, breeding and processing methods.

Gluten is a protein found in all forms of wheat(including durum, semolina, and spelt), rye, barely and related grain hybrids such as triticale and kamut. Ti is present in smaller amounts in oats and is undisclosed in an endless variety of processed foods.

Yeast are present in everyone, with the most common one being Candida albicans. Incontraceptive or anti-ulcer drug use; a highly refined carbohydrate diet; or general susceptibility).

The symptoms caused by such an overgrowth are numerous, and aside from Gastro-intestinal effects such as thrush, bloating, flatulence, cramping and altered bowl function), the yeast can also have wide-ranging effects on the reproductive, urinary, endocrine, nervous and immune systems.

Vegetarian or plant based diets have been around since the beginning of human kind. This information handout is designed to provide some up-to-date information on health benefits, risks and special considerations for those following, or embarking upon a vegetarian diet. It does not replace the advice and individual guidance of your healthcare practitioner.

There are several categories of vegetarians and vegans

The dietary guidelines detailed below aim to reduce the levels of inflammation within the body via the food that you eat. Foods high in saturated fats, sugars, yeasts, caffeine, alcohol, artificial colors, flavors and preservatives, must be minimal or completely avoided during the program as they can aggravate your condition.

Fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, an oily fish can be eaten in liberal amounts. Source organic/biodynamic produce where possible. Pure filtered water and fresh vegetable juices should be included in abundance.