Hi there,

I hope that you're thawing out nicely as the weather slowly creeps up.

It's always a celebration for me when it hits 20 degrees for the first time, which could be this weekend fingers crossed, perfect weather for getting those strawberries planted and summer greens in the ground.

Details of his forthcoming classes can be found on the website. www.eatingwelldaily.com.au

Have a fabulous Springtime.  Helen 

Genetically Modified Foods

I've been looking into genetically modified foods lately and how they play a part in the grand scheme of our lives, our health and the planets sustainability.

I was curious to find out how I could avoid GE foods and what I can do to stem there ever increasing presence in our food system.

To start with I contacted the head offices of all the major supermarket chains in Australia to find out their position on selling genetically modified foods and how I can identify them in my shopping basket.

If your interested to know what they said and for more info on avoiding GE foods, go to the blog section on the site or just click on the following link www.eatingwelldaily.com.au

Spring into Summer

Spring seems to be struggling to spring this year however that has not dampened (excuse the pun) my enthusiasm for new season food and recipes.

Here are some details on next months cooking and nutrition workshops being held at the Mountain View Yoga studio in Glen Waverley.

Some of this seasons recipes and topics include:

How to re-mineralise and hydrate your water.
How to read a supermarket food label.
Why digestive enzymes are so vital.
A perspective on the benefits of cooked vs raw food.



Asparagus and broad beans with creamy dill and avocado dressing
Shredded carrot, chickpea and zucchini salad with sweet apple cider vinegar
Toasted quinoa, pepita and grape salad with lime dressing
Luscious mango and cashew cream parfait

We use only organic ingredients and natural sweeteners in our classes, with most dishes being gluten free and all without dairy.

Classes include a comprehensive take home workbook and substantial tastings.

Mountain View Yoga Studio, Glen Waverley
Sunday 17th October & Sunday 24th October
10.00 - 2.00pm

$250 for both workshops

For bookings contact Helen on 9444 7808 or 0406 609 008 or email helen@eatingwelldaily.com.au

Gubinge

No, this is not a new adjective to describe an unfavourable situation! It is infact a remarkable aboriginal superfood more commonly known as Kakadu Plum, which contains the highest natural source of vitamin C on the planet.

n studies the Kakadu Plum has shown to have antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties and assists with inflammatory conditions, cancer prevention and anti-bronchodilatory activities.



I'm a firm believer of consuming foods to meet nutirtional requirements where possible, as opposed to there synthetically manufactured counterparts and this is a perfect example of a wildcrafted food that also has potent healing capabilities.

I highly recommend you check out this product and as with all things if it feels right to give it a try, then go for it. You can contact a great local company called Loving Earth for more details. www.lovingearth.com.au

Gubinge is being harvested by the Nyul Nyul people of the Kimberleys in Western Australia.

All profits that Loving Earth receive from the sale of this product, will be sent back to the Nyul Nyul community to assist in creating opportunities for indigenous communities to regenerate areas of land for it's production.