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Nutritionist Jes Cox shares the non-negotiables for any well balanced diet

February 12, 2020 by Amy Darcy 2 Comments

The last couple of months I've been consulting with my friend and nutritionist Jes Cox from The JCN Clinic to try and resolve some of my long standing irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) issues. I am ...

Jennifer Hawkins shares her diet, workout routine and stress management techniques

November 28, 2017 by Amy Darcy Leave a Comment

A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of chatting with Jennifer Hawkins over a lunch at the Mount Franklin Lightly Sparking Water launch in Balmoral, Sydney. Jen was Miss Universe in 2004 and since then ...

How to Feel like Eating Breakfast in the Morning

September 23, 2015 by Amy Darcy 5 Comments

Eating breakfast is not something I struggle with. I'm the kinda girl that loves sleep because it's a time machine to breakfast. Although, I know this isn't the case for everyone. The more people I ...

Should I include a Cheat Day in my Diet?

August 19, 2015 by Amy Darcy 6 Comments

Often, there are two underlying presumptions in the question "should I include a cheat day in my diet?". Firstly, consider the word cheat - it has negative connotations and in this context, means to ...

6 Questions to ask your spouse every week to improve your relationship

Today we welcome Diana Indries, co-inventor of Better Topics, The World’s First Replayable Card Game For Couples. I saw this card game for couples and fell in love with the concept of building strong marriages by using a game to encourage meaningful communication. Marriage should be so much more than co-existing or managing life admin together….

What to Look for when Choosing an Eco-friendly Sanitary Product

The love for eco-friendly and chemical free food, makeup and skin care products is becoming widespread in Australia. One area I feel is overlooked (probably as a result of less marketing) is eco-friendly sanitary products. On one of the most absorbent and sensitive parts of a women’s body, chemical filled pads or tampons are still…

Dr Nick Fuller shares new research around losing and maintaining your goal weight

We’ve heard it before; dieting doesn’t work. You always end up right back where you started. So how do you shift the weight and keep it off for good? The answer to that is evolving. The food, nutrition and weight loss industry is constantly undertaking research to discover more about our bodies, how they process…

Interview: Work & Life with Sally Obermeder & Maha Corbett

Today we interview Sally Obermeder & Maha Corbett, sisters, TV presenters, cookbook authors and business babes from SWIISH.com. We chat all things work, life, family, health and finding balance amongst it all! Hope you enjoy their insights as much as I did!

endota Organics nurture – an impressive skincare collection for mum’s and bub’s + WIN the collection (valued at $155)

When it comes to mother and baby skin care products, I’m very particular. I am passionate about using safe, well-researched and correctly labelled products. I am pleased to share that endota spa has just released an impressive mother and baby range, endota OrganicsTM nurture. It has been developed alongside Dr Hayley Dickinson BSc (Hons), PhD…

How to Choose a Quality Rosehip Oil

I feel in love with rosehip oil many years ago when I noticed how effective it was at improving the elasticity and hydration of my skin. It also helped heal my acne scars. In fact, it was the first oil I ever used on my skin. Unfortunately, my second bottle of Rosehip Oil (a different…

How Mindful Eating can Change your Relationship with Food

How often do you tell yourself off for eating something you have mixed feelings about? On the one hand you really want the comfort, but on the other hand you want to stick to your intention to eat healthier. We humans have a complicated relationship with food, but honestly, it’s not our fault. It has…

Six things you can do to improve the moisture in your skin

Who doesn’t love that hydrated, dewy, fresh and healthy skin look? It’s #skingoals right? Well, over the years I’ve sought to find out what helps keep my skin like this and I thought I would share what I’ve learnt. I believe there are two parts to maintaining and/or improving the moisture in your skin. Today…

Crunchy Breakfast Muesli Cookies

Do you struggle to eat breakfast in the morning? If the answer’s yes, is it because you don’t have time, or is it just that you don’t feel like eating? If it’s the first, this Crunchy Breakfast Muesli Cookies recipe is for you because you can make them at the start of the week, pop them in…

Vegetarian Low FODMAP Lentil Patties

I love vegetarian patties but sadly there are pre-made no store bought varieties I can enjoy as they are all packed with onion and garlic. Don’t get me wrong – that’s delicious, but unfortunately I am intolerant to garlic and onion as it triggers IBS for me. This situation is particularly frustrating as the packets…

Kiwi Fruit, Macadamia and Coconut French Toast

Who else is a sucker for french toast?! An amazing breakfast that many would eat any time of the day. I LOVE it and I’ve been eating my healthy french toast recipe regularly but since eating a low FODMAP diet i’ve changed my recipe to be low FODMAP, gluten and dairy free. I hope you enjoy…

Tropical Paw Paw Plate + A GIVEAWAY!

Monday, you always seem to make Sunday go so quick and your mornings are rife with drowsiness and extra comfy beds. I can’t say I’m your biggest fan, Monday, but I’ve made this breakfast to give you a little more attraction. Tropical Paw Paw plates filled with yogurt, fruits and seeds. To honest this was…

Vegan Scrambled Tofu Recipe

Brought to you by Vitasoy Scrambled tofu is a great vegan alternative to scrambled eggs. Just like egg, it’s full of protein so paired with some wholegrain toast it’s a filling and delicious breakfast that fuels your body with all the energy it needs to start the day!