Lamb Curry

This delicious recipe is detox friendly and can be cooked in the slow cooker. I have also used chicken instead of lamb for something different.

ENJOY!!!

Ingredients

·         2 tablespoons oil

·         2 onions, sliced

·         2 cardamon pods, crushed lightly

·         1 stick cinnamon

·         1 tbsp. garam masala

·         2 cloves garlic, crushed

·         800g lamb, cut into 3cm cubes

·         2 tbsp. water, plus extra cup

·         1 green chilli, finely chopped

·         2 roma tomatoes, diced

·         500g spinach

·         2/3 cup natural or Greek yoghurt

Method

Heat oil in large heavy based saucepan over high heat. Add onions, cardamon pods and cinnamon and cook for 10 minutes, or until onions are soft and golden. Add garam masala, garlic, lamb and 2 tbsp. of water and cook for 10 minutes, or until lamb is browned and spices are fragrant. Reduce heat and add chilli, tomatoes, spinach, extra cup of water and half the yoghurt, and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until lamb is tender.

Serve with an extra dollop of yoghurt, plus brown rice.

DETOXIFICATION

Getting started on the

NEW YOU!!

There are many health benefits associated with detoxification, and in today's world detoxifying is important unfortunately toxins are very common in our everyday environment. Some examples of these toxins include, heavy metals, pesticides, chemicals, food additives and pollutants that are present in the air, water and food that we consume as well as being exposed to these environmental pollutants, toxins may be generated internally by bacteria, yeast and parasites in your digestive system. These internally-generated toxins are then absorbed into your bloodstream, ultimately affecting your health rather than allowing these toxins to continue to build up in your body, you can use a detoxification program, such as the one that we at Vitalia natural health use, to remove these toxins safely.

What are some of the signs and symptoms of toxicity?

• Recurrent headaches
• Nerve pain and numbness
• Recurrent infections
• Poor short-term memory and concentration
• Sensitivity to environmental chemicals, odors and/or nutritional supplements
• Chronic fatigue and lethargy
• Anxiety and/or mood swings

If you are experiencing one or more of the above symptoms you may have some level of toxicity that may be harming your health
Let's take look at what is involved in your detoxification pram

• Firstly we will concentrate in the removal of "bad bugs" from you digestive system.
• Secondly we need to replace the "bad bugs" with healthy ones that improve digestive function. We will also heal and repair your digestive tract
• Lastly we will be completing the program by looking at supporting and enhancing the capacity of your kidneys and liver to assist the clearance of wastes.
• To complete these very important steps of detoxification you will be using some natural supplements that are specific in successfully removing toxins and restoring health. As with any detox program it is important that we consider some dietary changes as well.
• Always choose fresh seasonal fruit and vegetables. It is always preferable to buy organic where possible.
• Avoid packaged an processed foods as much as possible
• Remove foods containing artificial colors, flavors , additives, stabilizers and favor enhances as well as food containing hydrogenated fats
• Add fresh vegetable juices to your diet if possible

This is going to make you feeling amazing don't wait to be told by some rejuvenated friend, family member or college how great they are feeling (and looking) after their detox. To avoid health envy book in for your very own detoxification program.

Detoxification Success Story
Jessica, 27 years old, Balnarring
"I did the detox program with Courtney late last year after years of bloating, nausea and general lack of energy. After the 6 week program I can honestly say I feel like a new person, all my digestive issues are gone and I have loads more energy not to mention I lost nearly 5kg!! I also learned lifelong eating habits so I've been able to keep the weight off after nearly 6 months. I would definitely recommend Courtney and this program to anyone, it's been life changing. Thanks Courtney! "

If you are feeling perfectly well but overindulged

OR

if you completed a detox program last year then our express detox will be perfect to get you on track and feeling GREAT!!

TO BOOK OR FOR MORE INFO CALL COURTNEY ON 0421125517

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Additives to Avoids

There are over 300 food additives available for use in food in Australia, some of which are safe, some of which have adverse health effects.

The use of food additives in Australia is governed by the Food Standards Code and regulated by Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ). If an ingredient is approved for use in Australia it is apparently considered ‘safe’. Surprisingly, there are many food additives permitted for use in Australia when their use is limited or banned in many overseas countries.

Food additives have been associated with a range of food intolerance symptoms including headaches, gastric irritation, behavioural disorders, learning difficulty and skin rashes and asthma symptoms. Food intolerance symptoms are dose related and children are more susceptible because, dose for weight they consumer a higher amount of food chemicals than adults.

Some children will react immediately to an obvious food intolerance trigger such as hyperactivity from bright food colouring or an asthma attack from sulphites, however the effects of the consumption of food additives may not always be immediate and may manifest in many ways and parents may not always make the connection. It is the long-term cumulative, subtle effects of additives in our diets that we need to be concerned about.

Helpful tips

Artificial Colours and Flavours – The worst offenders are listed below but the easiest and safest way is to take a blanket approach and avoid them all, look for products that say ‘No artificial colours or flavours’

Know the types of foods to look for – The list below names the additive and suggests the types of foods they may be in. Foods are often thought of as healthy such as dried fruits, juices, baked goods and cured meats contain harmful additives. When you are familiar with the types of foods to look for it will become much easier to identify and avoid the additives.

Antioxidants, aren’t they good for us? - There are naturally occurring antioxidants that are beneficial to our health but the numbers listed below are for synthetic antioxidants. They are often found in oils and fats and may be listed as an ingredient in the oil.

Involve the Kids – Kids love knowledge, don’t just tell them they can’t have a product, show them the numbers in it that you are avoiding and before long you will have your own little supermarket rangers that will be able to ‘spot the number’ before you can.

Additives to Avoid

Colours

102, 104, 107, 110, 122, 123, 124, 127, 129, 132, 133, 142, 143, 151, 153, 155, 160b (Annatto), 173, 174, 175

Preservatives and examples of foods they are in.

Sorbates
Cheese and cheese based products, dips, drinks.
200, 201, 202, 203

Benzoates
Soft drinks, cordials, medicine
210, 211, 212, 213, 216, 218

Sulphites
Dried fruits, cordials, juices and processed meats.
220, 221, 222, 223, 224, 225, 226, 227,228

Nitrates
Cured & processed meats (ham, bacon, hotdogs). They are prohibited for use in food for infants (under 12 months).
249, 250, 251, 252

Proprionates
Bread and bakery products
280, 281, 282, 283

Artificial Flavours

All – they don’t have numbers

Flavour Enhancers

Flavoured chips, corn chips, pop corn, flavoured savoury biscuits, instant noodle sachets, vegetable spreads.

620-625    Glutames inc MSG
627            Disodium Guanylate
631            Disodium Inosinate
635            Ribonucleotides
Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein (HVP)

Artificial Sweeteners

Aspartame 951

Fat
Hydrogenated or Trans Fats

Antioxidants
Often in oils and fats, baked goods, muesli and snack bars, biscuits and peanut butter.
310, 311, 312, 319, 320, 321, 385

Thickeners
Vegetable Gums– Cakes, slices, muffins, smoothies
407, 466

Anti-caking agents/ Emulsifiers
431, 433, 435, 436, 530, 553, 900, 914

Miscellaneous
943a, 950, 952, 954, 1201, 1520, 1521

Print the wallet sized summary below

For more information call 0421125517

Eczema Friendly Cleaning Alternatives

Cleaning products such as soaps and detergents can cause a flare up of eczema. Eczema is a reoccurring inflammatory skin condition generally characterized by scaling, flaking and    thickening of the skin. It can be relatively itchy, red and may have blood or a watery liquid oozing from the rash. It is most commonly seen behind the knees, ears and inside the elbows (Osiecki, 2006, p.473-477).

Even if ezcema is not a concern these alternatives are also a great replacement for chemical cleaning products.

Toilet Cleaner

• Pour ¼ cup of baking soda into the toilet bowel as well as a drizzle of vinegar.
• Let in sit for 30 minutes.
• Scrub and flush.

Dishwasher Rinse

• Add 1 cup of vinegar to the rinse compartment of your automatic dishwasher.
• Wash dishes as usual

Dishwashing Detergent

• Warm water is normally sufficient
• OR add a small amount of bicarbonate soda, a pinch of salt and a little bit of lemon juice for a fresh smell to warm water
• Add white vinegar to rinse water to give glasses that extra shine.

Pots and Pans

• To clean a greasy pan easily, soak it in water then add 1-2 teaspoons of baking soda.
• For burned and crusted on foods soak or boil a solution of 2 tablespoons of baking soda per cup of water in each pan. Let it stand until the particles are loosened, then wash as usual.

Fabric Softener

• Add 1 cup vinegar or ¼ cup baking soda during the final rinse. To reduce static cling in tumble-dried clothes, dampen your hands when folding or line dry instead.

Bathroom Cleaner

• Make a paste of 2 parts bicarbonate soda to one part of lemon juice
• Apply with a damp cloth and leave for 10 minutes before wiping clean.
• For mild mildew leave for a couple of hours.

Drain Cleaner

• Make a solution with 1 part bicarbonate soda to 4 parts vinegar
• Leave overnight

Window Cleaner

• Mix 2-3 tablespoons of vinegar in 3 Litres of warm water
• Dry with crumpled up newspaper to shine

Floor Cleaner

• Mix 8 tablespoons of vinegar per 3 litres of hot water

Wooden furniture and floor cleaner

• One part olive oil to one part lemon juice
• Rub in
• Shine with a soft dry cloth

Air purifiers

• Use an oil burner with essential oils
• OR
• Mix 8 tablespoons of bicarbonate soda in a bowel with some essential oils. This will absorb any unpleasant smells

Oven cleaner

• Avoid caustic oven cleaners.
• Wipe the oven down while still warm with a soapy cloth.

Surface Cleaner

• Use bicarbonate of soda on a damp cloth to clean bench tops, sinks, windows and your refrigerator or freezer surface.
• Boiled water is also extremely useful in wiping down surfaces that aren’t noticeably dirty

Carpet cleaner

• Sprinkle bicarbonate of soda on carpet before vacuuming to deodorise.

Mirror cleaner

• Apply eucalyptus oil with a wad of newspaper to prevent mirrors from fogging.
• Even water works a treat!

CHEMICAL LEACHING FROM PLASTICS

Recycle symbol numbers	What is it?	Common Uses	Evidence of Leaching?
	PET or PETE (polyethylene terephthalate)	Single-use bottled beverages including water and soft drinks, peanut butter container, squeezable bottles, eg with honey	No known risk if used as intended, ie only once. Some concern over possible leaching with extended use. To reduce landfill, dispose of in recycling bin and use a refillable water bottle instead.
	HDPE (high-density polyethylene)	Milk and juice containers, yoghurt cartons, supplement bottles, margarine tubs	No known risk and recycles readily.
	PVC (polyvinyl chloride)	Clear food packaging, eg refillable rice container, lunchboxes and kids’ backpacks	Increasing concern over potential leaching of phthalates- chemicals linked to child development problems. Does not recycle well. Avoid where possible.
	LDPE (low-density polyethylene)	Bread bags, frozenfood bags, squeezable bottles, eg with honey or mustard, microwavesafe clingwrap	No known risk and can be recycled.
	PP (polypropylene)	Dishwasher- and microwave-safe containers, takeaway containers, ready-to-eat fruit containers, kids’ cups, sauce bottles, yoghurt cartons, margarine tubs	PP has a high melting point and therefore is considered safe for heating food in the microwave and can go in the dishwasher. No known risk of chemical leaching and can be recycled.
	PS (polystyrene)	Meat trays, cups and plates, Styrofoam cups	Concern over leaching of chemicals such as styrene, a possible carcinogen, particularly on long storage (after a year) and when used for hot liquids or foods. More difficult to recycle. Avoid where possible.
	Other — anything other than the six above and can be a combination of resins used; includes PC (polycarbonate)	Most baby bottles (unless labelled BPAfree), sippy cups, children’s hard plastic plates and bowls	PC contains bisphenol-A (BPA) that has been shown to leach into contents. BPA has been linked to health problems including cancer and child development issues. While not all plastics with number 7 contain BPA, often you won’t know. Best to avoid them all.