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One of the most unexpected benefits of moving to the country is how happy my eyes are. I had a look into why this is and what I found convinced me of the importance of taking regular breaks from my devices. For the sake of my eyes.

I’ve been ruminating and considering what’s next at joannafrankham.com for a bit, now. Among all the stuff and nonsense, this is where I’ve got to…

I’ll bet you have a tendency to procrastinate and struggle with maintaining healthy habits. You’re not alone in this. It affects EVERYONE. These two sneaky little life hacks are a great way to add to your health choices by stealth. And, all they take is a little thought.

My diet has changed. Just not as much as you may imagine. Nightshades are in. Most grains remain out. Today I’m sharing what’s important to me these days (and how I’m a lot more relaxed about it!)

I’ve popped the process I use with my Wheel of Health into a FREE downloadable workbook to help you cut through the noise of all this health stuff and set yourself actionable goals. It’s a simple but effective way to give yourself a nudge whenever you want to identify what you should be focusing your attention on.

When first begin any sort of health caper you think it’s all about the food. But the foundation of any health caper isn’t about that. It doesn’t start with food. Rather, it’s about changing the paradigm in your head about what’s most important to you.

I moved to the country. In New Zealand. After 52 years of being a complete urbanite, I now live on 3 1/2 acres of green near Matakana village, about an hour’s drive north of Auckland.

It was a pretty big change….

After a recent active Epstein-Barr diagnosis, I’m combining my AIP-esque approach with high lysine/low arginine foods to help slow down the virus. I’m giving you the deets on that today!

These are my top 3 favourite guided meditation apps. If meditation is something you find challenging, I’ve done the heavy lifting for you… May the force be with you!

My Prune and Orange Cookies are completely free of eggs, grains, dairy, refined sugar, nuts or seeds and yet they taste SO good! It’s hard to believe something so simple can satisfy your urge for a sweet treat and still be 100% AIP compliant!

I refer to this Easy Fish Salad Slaw as my ‘Eat More Fish, Woman’ salad. It’s my super-speedy solution to eating more nutrient-rich fish quickly, easily and tastily! It’s a bit of an obsession at the moment…

A health update – what eight years of following this AIP way of life has done for my health (and what I’m still working on.) It’s always interesting to stop and take stock. A big thanks to Sara for motivating me to write this post!

Have you identified a word of the year for 2021? It’s a great little tool to help you to remove some of the overwhelm that inevitably comes when you consider ALL the things you want to achieve at the beginning of a new year. Especially after the year we’ve just had…

here it is – your top ten recipes from me for 2020. There are some common themes: simple, slow-cooked, garlicky and gut-healthy! But, not all together at the same time. I wouldn’t do that to you!

Good breathing keeps your nervous system in check. It’s a great way to manage stress – especially when you know how to do it properly. And when you start a good breathing practice, you may find your anxiety levels decrease!

At the pointy end of this crazy and weird year, a good time to practice being a smidge more present. Not worrying about yesterday. Not brooding about what’s around the corner. These are two of my simple tricks.

My wee Kale Sauce number is absolutely superKALEYfragilistic! It’s a great way to add extra nutrient density to your plate and it also happens to be free of anything bad. Zhush up simply grilled fish or chicken or add it to a bowl of soup… YUM!

This chilled lettuce soup is the perfect antidote to the SUPER hot temperatures that have been blasting Sydney already this summer. And, it’s a great way to get more folate-rich leafy greens into your tum, too.

I’ve got your AIP Christmas recipes covered with this lot. How to AIP-ise and remove the stress from your Christmas cooking. AIP muggles won’t even know!

Christmas Mince Apple Crumble Tart is the magical result of what happens when you combine an apple crumble with a Christmas mince tart. Two evocative puds in one luscious – and AIP friendly – package. YUMMO!

You’d think the things living with a chronic and painful skin disease like Hidradenitis suppurativa would have been all bad. But they’re not. Some are good. Some are even very good…

How to stay sane over the holidays with the tips I actually use myself from my arsenal of healthy rituals and hacks. Especially for this crazy year that is both speeding by and taking its sweet time…

This rosemary-infused beet relish is the perfect addition to sliced meats (Christmas ham, anyone?) and frittatas. And, it’s a good way to get more gut-healthy beets in, too. No fancy ingredients required!

Action precedes motivation – One life-changing perspective. Really!
Might you have had it wrong all these years? Have you been thinking that motivation drives action?

We’re heading into the silly season. A time of added stress. So today, a nifty little technique that you can use whenever that feeling of overwhelm hits you (and you can do this anywhere). It’s one of my favourites.

Easy Christmas Kraut is the perfect festive addition to your holiday table. Festive and fruity with a little bit of spice. It’s simply YUM! (Makes for great Chrissie pressies, too)

One of my best-ever recipes, these herbed slow-cooked lamb shanks are RIDICULOUSLY GOOD! So good that you’ll want to make it again and again. And, it freezes beautifully! So good!

This LAMBtastic Shepherd’s pie with crispy leeks is a very tasty AIP=-friendly take on the original (mashed cauliflower instead of potatoes). It has oodles of vegetables and it’s a great way to use up leftover lamb AND gravy! YUM!

Are you a people-pleaser like me? Do you experience an emotional need to please others even at the expense of your own needs? I get it. And I get that it isn’t easy to stop being one, too. This is for you.

How to practice the pause – a pause is a temporary rest. It’s also a very useful tool to help you manage stress and practice mindfulness. Learning to practise the pause can help to prevent you from jumping to hasty conclusions or making choices that don’t serve you.

Perfectly Pumpkin Spice Gummies. Yep – I succumbed to the pressure of the pumpkin! This baby was created because I wanted to see what the fuss is about. A healthy pumpkin sweet treat that’s both good for your gut and one tastes great, too!

After a tough year for so many of us – one that isn’t yet over – here’s a juicy suggestion for you, what if you made kindness part of your purpose?

How do you talk to yourself? Do you talk to yourself as you would a trusted friend or is your inner voice a bit of a b*tch? This idea aof self compassion is an important part of managing your stress

How many different types of vegetables do you eat each week? 10? 20? If you said 30 (or even more) you’re well on track to better health. And, if you have no idea how to achieve that goal, well – I’ve got you covered!

If you have never tried braised broccoli before, you are in for a treat. It is AMAZING and will add another dimension to your broccoli recipe repertoire. Mellow and buttery, this number is great for a crowd.

Onion Jam is one of those secret little numbers that will sexy up the blandest of meals. It’s surprisingly easy to make and my version is also AIP-friendly. I’m pretty sure that once you’ve tried this, you’ll always want to have a jar in your fridge…

This oxtail recipe is not only outrageously good, but no nightshades are harmed when you make it (tomato-free, baby!) and it makes enough to feed a small army. Seriously good!

Autoimmunity and the removal of nightshades from your diet. What exactly are nightshades and why should you consider removing them? For many of us with autoimmune disease, nightshades can be a tricky proposition.

Creating rituals is all about making choices that serve you. Which sounds easy, but really isn’t. If it were, everyone would be doing it. Here’s how I do it…

I’m staging a gummies renaissance! Full of gut-healing gelatine and SUPER easy to whip up, early in my AIP caper I was a bit of a gummies-making queen! It’s time to bring back the gummy!

Something a little different for you! ‘How to speak down under’ is my receptacle for my Aussie and Kiwi words and phrases – a central point for storing them so that you need only check in here if I ever say something you don’t quite understand.

Did you know that lack of sleep – both quality and quantity – affects your judgement, your coordination, and your reaction times? It can even affect your waistline. No surprises that I think you should be taking your sleep seriously. Here are my tips!

This is a soup from my childhood. It’s a soup I have reconfigured nutrient-dense, low carb’ and AIP-friendly broth that I am fond of having for breakfast – especially when I am off the coffee. So I’ve christened it my AIP Reset soup!

Why you should share your health goals – all the reasons for sharing your health goals with others who get it and how it helps you on this health caper you’re on. And believe me, it really does.

AIP Reset turns 4 in September. This anniversary program marks the 15th time it has run! I’m sharing just why I love AIP Reset so much. When I first started running the program, I had no idea the support and connection and camaraderie that would eventuate. I love AIP Reset!

Learn why eating sustainably caught fish is good for the planet, good for your gut, good for your digestion and good for getting more nutrient density into your diet. I’m on a quest!

This totally terrific tonnato is stand at your kitchen bench and gobble it up with a spoon-worthy! It’s also about the sexiest thing I can think of to make with a can of tuna! I love this stuff!

“All the cooking!” is the common refrain from newbies to the AIP. But, finding your AIP food groove doesn’t have to be complicated. Apply these three simple little rules to make it work for you.

The AIP. One thing at a time. If you had to pick the ONE most important thing your AIP experience has taught you so far, what would it be? I asked around and it turns out the AIP means different things to everyone!

Without exception, stress management is one of the most challenging areas of adopting a healthier lifestyle.
Single-tasking is a super accessible tool for stress management. You can do it anywhere!

Ever wondered what actually happens on a 30-day AIP Reset? I spill the beans in today’s post… And since AIP Reset is much more than the sum of its parts, I talk about that, too.

This is turning out to be a shizzle of a year, isn’t it? Today, how to find your mojo when you need some help getting out of your own way in these challenging times. Practical tips to help you when it gets to be a bit much. They work for me!

How do you talk to yourself? – with love and respect? Or, are you hyper-critical a? Do you need to teach your inner voice some manners?

When it comes to trying things out for size on the AIP, not everything will fit. Not by a long shot. But there are a few strategies you can employ to help and today we’re taking a look at some of these as well as a few tips on what to do when you trip up

This ridiculously good carrot and thyme mash takes carrots to a whole new level. It’s so good! The secret is in the roasting (and the addition of just a hint of honey)

When I was a child, Mum used to prepare a less AIP-friendly version of this SUPER simple carrot salad. This is my healthy twist on the original and it’s surprisingly more-ish!

Embracing the idea of stillness doesn’t have to be complicated. Rather, creating some space by consciously stepping away from your electronic devices and heading outside is a good place to start. Today I’m sharing what I got up to on my week offline.

How often do embrace the idea of stillness and give your brain (and body) a break from the stressors and ‘noise’ of everyday life? Me, I don’t think I do it enough – especially after some recent reading on the topic…

Six years after first being published, this bloody brilliant braised beef cheeks recipe continues to be one of the most popular in my collection. Now that the weather is well and truly turned wintery here in Sydney, David and I have been enjoying this old favourite.

I’m not kidding when I tell you that I think this is the best root vegetable soup in the world. It is so good. An AIP-version of the Graham Kerr classic, this soup is the soup of my childhood. IO’ve adapted it to make it AIUP-friendly and I know it will become a family favourite.

If a skill is defined as the ability to do something well; then making your health a skill is both important and something you can learn. Toda, the first in a new series of ‘bite-sized’ tools for your health toolbox…

One of the things I love most about living an AIP way of life is that it gives you a roadmap to make intentional choices. Choices that serve you. The AIP is predicated on making good choices within a framework of options.

My SECRET SQUIRREL Nutty Granola recipe will give you the feeling you’re eating yummy, toasted, decadent granola without the gluten, dairy, or even oats. It’s free of nasties (additives and preservatives) and can easily be made sugar-free, too. I think this will become a favourite!

How to activate your nuts: Making a habit of soaking your raw nuts and seeds increases their vitamin and mineral content and makes them easier for us to absorb. In other words – more nutrient-dense. Why wouldn’t you?

Once upon a time, I had terrible periodontal issues. Adding oil pulling tto my oral hygiene protocol is arguably one of the best things I have done for developing healthy, pink gums. And since good gut health starts in the mouth, it’s a very AIP-friendly technique to add to your health toolbox!

It’s been a while between Morning Ritual Spotlights! Today, the gorgeous Indira Shyju from Cook2Nourish shares what a difference her morning ritual has made to her health caper and what works for her.

So many AIP pâté recipes contain apple… Well, not this one! This is my Chicken liver pate with pear and sage. It’s both dairy-free and coconut-free.
You know eating liver is good for you and, it is the most nutrient-dense way to get more vitamin A into your diet fast.

First published in 2015, this is my newly updated AIP liver recipe round up. Consistently one of the most popular posts on joannafrankham.com, this baby is your one-stop repository for all things liver recipe-related.
You know you should be eating more liver, don’t you?

So many of my recipes are inspired by my mum. This Cheats Salmon Rillettes number is an AIP-version of her rocking salmon dip that she still whips up when we’re having drinky-poos… It tastes #bloodyfabulous and is chock-full of nutrient goodness!

Another recipe from my mate, Emma – and this is a doozy!
These sizzlin’ scallops are served on a bed of citrus-dressed zoodles. It’s an unbelievably easy and tasty way to serve yourself a super-healthy meal!

How many times a day are you washing your hands? I’d be willing to bet its a lot more than you used to!
Why not introduce the Loving Kindness Hand Wash and practice a little compassion and mindfulness in these times of frequent hand washing. It beats the Happy Birthday song!

I want to share a very special and potentially even paradigm-shifting little book with you – The Four Agreements. It’s one of my personal favourites, and I’ve been revisiting it during this time of COVID-19. It’s quite helpful for getting your head in the game…

One of my favourite hobbies is to ferment my vegetables. And it turns out it’s a GREAT choice in a hobby because the edible end result is so good for you. And, it’s economical and seasonal and sustainable – and all those other things that a thinking AIPer is interested in. Onwards!

I first shared how to ferment your vegetables back in October 2015! I’m still using this method to make seriously nutrient-dense and gut-friendly probiotic-filled fermented veggies. They taste amazing and are so good for you!

Your daily routine is one of your best defences against the stress of dealing with this current health crisis. It keeps you focused on the important things.
I’ve been tweaking mine of late…

Want a nutrient-dense slaw number that checks all the right boxes when it comes to taste and eating the rainbow and batch cooking (cooking once to eat twice) and all that good stuff + one that all the family will enjoy? THIS is that baby.
It’s REALLY good for you and REALLY tasty, too!

I’ve been cooking this slow-cooked pork number recently and it is so good!
Slow-cooked pork is one of those ridiculously easy things to whip up, yet it always pleases. Incredibly versatile and great for leftovers. It’s is YUM!

It’s a pretty stressful time at the moment, isn’t it? And, you know that this stress shizzle isn’t good for you.
I’m holding a live call to chat about the idea of learning to calm the fajizzle down during these challenging times and you’re invited!

This Rhubarb and Apple Crumble is sinfully good. With a ginger and coconut topping, it is both healthy and allergy-friendly. 100% AIP elimination-friendly, I’d be willing to bet your AIP muggle-mates won’t even know you’re feeding them healthy food!

My Jamie Oliver-inspired four hour lamb really is sublime. It is so ridiculously easy to prepare but it tastes amazing. This is the thing I cook most often.

in this time of uncertainty and questions around what might happen, a few suggestions for how to calm your fajizzle down and slow down that worry muscle. These are some things that work for me.

How about you start treating yourself as you would someone you love?
Finding ways to care for yourself can help you to live in the present; which in turn promotes emotional and psychological health. Great for stress management, too!

The bad news is that long-term stress leads to inflammation which increases your risk of developing autoimmune conditions. This is particularly troubling when you consider the level of stress that most of us consider normal in this day and age. Let’s talk about stress and chronic disease…

Broccoli Sauce is a revelation. Slowly braised over low heat makes the flavours incredibly mellow. This baby is a great nightshade-free alternative to tomatoes and broccoli is chock-full of vitamin C – a great immune fighter

Another of my mate, Em’s recipes from our time together at Conscious Autoimmunity.
Emma thinks this is her best recipe creation ever! It’s certainly one of the most requested. Perfect for when you’re short on time but after something über nutrient-dense and tasty.

We all have times when life is less than peachy…
But, coping when life is less than peachy is even more of a challenge if you have the added bonus of chronic illness. I’ve got some solutions to help when the shizzle has got tough.

It’s very easy for those of us who suffer from chronic illness to crawl into our respective caves and hide from the world. Especially as we navigate just what our personal symptoms mean. Let’s face it, when you’re deeply fatigued, in pain, experiencing the stress of diagnosis (or yet to be diagnosed) and doing your best to live an AIP way of life – the thought of facing people can just seem too damn much.

Another offering from my good mate, Emma (formerly of The Bacon Mom) – speedy Instant Pot Beef Bourguignon!

Em’s special sauce is to create tasty, hearty and nutrient-dense fare, fast! She doesn’t have time to pfaff around. This is one of her most asked-for recipes!

You know me – always on the lookout for a new way to mitigate stress and calm the fajizzle down…

Did you know that in creative visualisation, your brain is training for actual real-life experience? It can’t tell the difference between imagination and reality. Kind of a perfect reason to focus on positive, aspirational ‘stuff’, then.

This is my go-to WORLD FAMOUS Chicken Soup when I need a BIG hit of nutrient density. It’s got all the goodness of your Mum’s (or even your Nan’s) chicken soup with the added bonus of some extra goodies to help fight inflammation.

This is also the soup I make fror friends who need a pick-me-up, too.

First published back in mid-2016, this Turmeric Latte number is having a revival at my place as I try to calm a recent flare.

It will have you feeling like you’re indulging. Especially if you’re off coffee and keen to give your wee adrenals a break. And, it’s one of the consistently most popular recipes on my site!

The ginger is warming and the turmeric has oodles of anti-inflammatory benefits. Just perfect for when you need a little pause in your day…

This is my ‘starter’ list of 9 tips for adding nutrient density to your diet.

My AIP crew tell me that focusing on what you add (rather than what you remove) is useful for them in managing feelings of deprivation.

I’ve got an exciting bit of news today!

This struggle to navigate our stuff is real. What exactly is this stress thing that everyone bangs on about and how do we combat it?

This ALL THE LEAFY GREENS Frittata-ta-ta-ta-ta is chock-full of good stuff.
I created this baby as part of my quest to further up my nutrient density this year. If you have successfully reintroduced eggs back into your life, you will love it. I promise!

Recently, a couple of long-term AIPers have asked me where I stand on the idea of reintroducing gluten to my diet after all this time following an AIP way of life.

My response is simple. And it’s the same as it was six years ago…

Did you know that most of my clients come to me in the maintenance phase of their AIP caper? By the time you reach the third stage of the AIP, you have a very good understanding of what your AIP way of life should look like, but bizarrely – this is also the phase that is most likely to trip you up!

AIP Creepage is my name for the very human phenomenon of the lowering of your performance baseline on your personal Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) way of life.

In simple terms, it’s when you’ve been following your personalised version of the template – both the elimination diet and the lifestyle factors, but for any given reason your performance in terms of sticking to the letter of the protocol starts to slide.

We all know we should be exercising and moving our bodies for our health. No news there. But, this can be a bit tricky when you suffer from chronic illness.

My morning stretching ritual has quickly become an integral part of my morning ritual. It’s a great way to start the day with some dedicated self-care that counts towards my weekly exercise quota.

Do you have a morning ritual?

The most important thing about a morning ritual is that it isn’t about mindlessly just going about your routine of choice. Rather, it’s a way of building something good into your life. It’s a very deliberate and conscious process that helps to set your course for the day.

My AIP way of life looks very different now to when I started this health caper six years ago, Today I’m sharing how it looks and my health goals for this year, too.

It’s hugely counter-intuitive, I know, but the very first thing we can do when we’re feeling overwhelmed is STOP. And, by stop, I mean stop the feeling of your terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day.
There are a number of ways you can achieve this.

Our new decade has started with a massive bang. If you’re anything like me, you’ve been feeling all the feels that accompany catastrophic events like the bushfires currently raging here in Australia. I’ve had a number of people reach out to ask what they can do… Here are some suggestions.

Slow Cooked Pork Carnitas with Cranberry Relish are so good! These babies are 100% AIP friendly and so easy to whip up for a crowd. This recipe is from my super-good mate, Emma and I know you’re going to love it. It’s so easy to prepare.

No matter where you are in your health caper – just starting out or a seasoned AIPer – having a strong sense of purpose can be the difference between staying the course in the face of adversity, or taking a tumble.

An open letter to my tribe – a temporary change in direction Instead of a…

I’m a smidge proud of this VERY MERRY Raspberry Glazed Ham number. It’s 100% AIP-friendly…

A few observations from my recent travels in America… I’ve just returned from four weeks…

This is what 50 looks like (on me)! “Carry with you maps and string, flashlights…

I am so very pleased to bring you today’s introduction to AIP Pantry, an online…

These AMAZING Avocado and Mackerel ‘Boats’ come to you care of my lovely AIP mate,…

Hello Possum! With all the talk of ‘chickens’ and brain farts and shizzle shovelling – Do you sometimes wonder what I’m talking about? I have you covered!

I’ve put together the AIP Mentor dictionary! A sort of compendium of ‘Jo-isms for when you need a hands deciphering my turn of phrase. Do let me know what you think (or if I’ve forgotten anything!)

One of my habits is to set a daily intention. A word or two to…

I’m on a mission to increase the amount of seafood in my diet. Today’s nutrient-dense number is my RESTORATIVE Roasted Butternut Pumpkin Soup with Scallops.

It’s a banging good soup all on its own, and then it can be further elevated to something really special with the addition of scallops…

Today, I’m sharing how to prepare for an AIP Reset.
Well, technically, it’s how I prepare for one.
Because I recalibrate my AIP efforts often. Because it’s very human to stray from the protocol and experience AIP creepage. Because having a plan is one of the best ways for me to get my head back in the game.

I’m on a personal mission to get up and move more. I’m talking about incidental…

How’s your stress level? If I asked you to rate your stress on a scale of 1 to 10, where would you be, I wonder?

In this week’s post, I’m sharing a prospective technique to add to your health toolbox. And this one is my new favourite because it’s so easy – both to remember and to do. I do it while walking with Bella in the morning. And, walking to the bus. And, in the car…

It’s like a portable secret weapon!

In this Morning Ritual Spotlight series, I’m talking with inspirational people, about their morning rituals. My hope is that you’ll be motivated to create your morning ritual.

Today, the spotlight is on the very warm and engaging yogi and mindfulness coach, Simone Russell!

When I was a girl growing up in New Zealand, my Dad used to make us porridge (or oatmeal) in the winter time. He’d serve it with brown sugar and cream, and a glass of freshly squeezed grapefruit juice made from the old grapefruit tree in the garden.

These days, I can’t eat oats. Regular porridge is off the table. Enter my Chai Spiced Norridge – all the tummy-warming goodness of porridge without the actual oats! It is seriously good!

Have you ever given any thought to why you should develop your internal locus of control?
If you are a person with a strong internal locus of control, you tend to believe that you can influence your life events and their outcomes. If, on the other hand, you believe you are at the mercy of outside forces, you are more likely to have an external locus. of control; one where life happens to you.
It’s all about perspective – but an important one.

Reintroducing foods on the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) can be tricky. It pays to be very systematic about this stage of your AIP caper.
Today, I’m talking about the updated suggested order of reintroducing food AND I have a handy-dandy (free) downloadable cheat sheet…

There is something reassuring about knowing a recipe you’re about to try for the first time works because it comes recommended by someone who makes it frequently, don’t you think?

This listicle is 100% AIP-friendly. All of the recipes are bloody good. All of them are recipes I have on repeat. And, all of them are from fellow bloggers who know their shizzle when it comes to healthy food with great flavour!

My promised fermented garlic paste number is here! This baby is full of probiotic goodness and you will not believe what a great kitchen hack it is!

And, if you’ve never made your own fermented garlic paste before – it’s bloody fabulous. I highly recommend you add this to your wholefood arsenal…

You don’t have to (re)start your diet and lifestyle changes on a Monday!

Here’s the thing – you can start your new health protocol on ANY day of the week. Even a Wednesday! And, I’ve got some tips to help you in today’s post.

Just because you’re on a restricted diet doesn’t mean you can’t indulge a little…

I’ve rounded up some of my favourite-looking recipes from around the traps. These are all recipes that tickle MY fancy. I hope they tickle yours, too!

I’ve been following an AIP way of life for over five years, now. I’ve learnt a thing or two about how to turn your diet into a lifestyle.
Like many, I started out thinking it was a temporary measure – I thought I’d give the elimination phase of the protocol a red, hot go for a while and see what happened. Then, I could go back to living my life. My way.

Little did I know that my initial foray into changing my diet would turn into a lifestyle…

What happens when you experience the inevitable overwhelm that hits (often when you least expect…

My personal morning ritual has become a crucial part of my day, and my wider healing caper. It allows me to create space for myself before the noise and expectations of the outside world arrive, and to set an intention for how I choose to have the day unfold before me. It’s my time, and it’s all for me.

  I shared this play on a Peter Gordon-inspired Kale and Preserved Lemon Couscous recipe…

Last week I talked a little about what I call AIP Creepage. This week, in a…

Setting boundaries is a form of self-care.

The further you dig into this health caper, the more you realise that it’s all about you…

And, that can be counter-intuitive for most of us. It’s very likely you’ve grown up in an environment where you’ve been taught to be selfless; to worry about others before you do your self. This is especially true if you are of the female persuasion.

So, today I’m sharing my tips on creating boundaries for the sake of your health.

We’ve been having a long, hot and humid summer. I’ve been making a LOT of salads. Because, that’s what you do when you want to ensure your nutrient density is up, even when it’s too hot to spend time in the kitchen.

This is my no frills, ‘go to’ salad dressing. I whip it up in no time, it’s tastes great and it is completely free of any nasties.

Give it a go. It may become YOUR no frills, ‘go to’ salad dressing, too!

In this Morning Ritual Spotlight series, I’m talking with inspirational people, about their morning rituals. My hope is that you’ll be motivated to create your morning ritual.

Today, the spotlight is on the ever lovely Erin Cox!

It happens to the absolute best of us; that moment where it all just seems too damn hard and you’re so overwhelmed that you want to give up on all those big health goals you set yourself in a moment of optimism at the very beginning of the year.

That Japanese proverb – “Fall down seven times, get up eight” could have been written for those of us following an AIP framework. Because life has a habit of tripping us up; causing us to stray from our health goals. But, that just makes us human. Everybody trips up.

The important thing to consider is how often you get back up again…

I’m so pleased to announce the launch of AIP Mentorship – a supportive and engaging membership program to help you stay on track as you personalise your AIP way of life.

It’s a crazy time of year, isn’t it? So mad, even the MOST zen and mindful of us can get the speed wobbles. Today I’m sharing my top tips for staying sane this Christmas…

In this Morning Ritual Spotlight series, I’m talking with inspirational people, about their morning rituals. My hope is that you’ll be motivated to create your morning ritual.

Today, the spotlight is on Jo Romero!

I’m a fan of flavours umami. But – not everyone is, I know… This pomegranate infused tapenade recipe is a delicious way to make this traditional olive spread a little more widely accessible and a smidge sweeter… It also happens to be REALLY good for you!

When we are vulnerable; when we suffer from a chronic disease; it can be to slip into patterns of comparing ourselves with others in the AIP community (and further afield) …and to find ourselves lacking

Today I have have some tips on how to stop comparing yourself.

The idea of ‘just say no’ is not one that comes easily to me… Shonda…

This is ‘Operation Lymphatic System’ month at JFC! Umm, ok. Why? One of the things…

I wrote the first version of this post on Two Simple Tricks to Be Present (Without…

Have you heard of the halo effect?

The halo effect describes a form of confirmation bias. It’s when you evaluate something based on one quality, and then make judgments based on that one quality. It’s a particularly human trait and it can affect us on the Autoimmune Protocol…

In this video-cast, I talk more about the halo effect and what we can do about it while navigating the Autoimmune Protocol.

Today we’re talking things ‘personal responsibility’. Specifically, you taking personal responsibility for the choices you make in regard to your diet and lifestyle choices.

Personal responsibility is the idea that individuals choose, instigate, or otherwise cause their own actions.

…and small confession – for the longest time, I didn’t do this.

I’ve got a few easy-peasy tips for just how to start taking personal responsibility…

This is my AIP furikake take on the intensely umami flavoured traditional Japanese sprinkle, loaded with omega-3s and a great way to add nutrient density

What people are saying about AIP Reset Last week, I explained just why I continue…

Even if you’re not following the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP), this nutrition gig can get really confusing! The one thing everyone agrees on – regardless of their flavour of dietary preference – is that we should all be eating more vegetables. And it seems 8-plus serves is the magic number. Today, I’m sharing some ways you can ensure you’re getting your 8-plus serves each day…

This health caper requires an investment of time. It’s one of the reasons I’m such an advocate for developing  systems and routines that you do every week (or so); so that you almost automate as much as you can.

I have some regular kitchen habits that really help me to stay on track. So much so that I almost do them without actively thinking about it anymore.

These are some of my most frequent ones…

Helping you to implement sustainable changes to improve your health is my ‘thing’. One of the ways to best achieve this is to provide ideas for rituals and routines that support your efforts. Today I bring you my JFC Soup Equation. It’s a fool-proof formula for whipping up a tasty, seasonal, AIP-friendly and nutrient dense vegetable soup in no time at all. This equation serves 4, but you can easily double it for batch cooking purposes and it freezes beautifully. I’ve been working on this little number for a while and I am a teeny bit proud of it. I use this not-so-secret equation once a week.

Anecdotally, there appears to be a pretty high correlation between perfectionism and AIP… “Why would…

Let me introduce you to these little beauties – my FRITTER-LICIOUS Spinach Plantain Fritters with…

10 SOUPTASTIC Soup Recipes! “Good manners: The noise you don’t make when you’re eating soup.”…

You can thank my sister for these Lemon Bliss Balls “Be the person you needed…

Last week was HS Awareness Week. HS is short for Hidradenitis suppurativa. It also happens…

June 2018 Update: This osso buco recipe was first published back in March 2014! It’s…

I credit my morning ritual as one of the most important additions to my health toolbox. Most people love the idea of a morning ritual but they just don’t know how to fit it into their day. Today I bring you the speedy morning ritual.

“Because only slow food can teach us the things that really matter – care, beauty,…

My latest Facebook Live is all about Living Well with AIP. Strategies you can emply to personalise and streamline your AIP… And, details of the first ‘Living Well with AIP’ workshop coming up next month in Melbourne!

So, if you’re of a delicate disposition, look away now. Chicken! No, seriously. Maybe you should read this one. Because this one is about preparing for a colonoscopy, which is an important health procedure. While on the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP), no less.

This post originally appeared on ANZAC Day way back in 2012! Given the importance of…

My latest Facebook Live is all about The Magic of a 30-Day AIP Reset. I’m sharing what an AIP Reset entails, why I regularly undertake my own 30-day AIP Reset, and what you can you expect from joining the AIP Reset program.

If you love cilantro (coriander) as much as I do, you will love this soup!…

Did you know that a good hit of BLUE SPACE changes the way your brain reacts to its environment leaving you feeling happy, relaxed and reenergized? It’s true!

When was the last time you hit the beach?

[su_divider divider_color=”#990000″ margin=”0″] This post originally appeared on Australia Day back in early 2016. I…

In my second video we tackle My Top 5 Tips for Improved Health. In my…

Dr. Terry Wahls is a clinical professor of medicine at the University of Iowa where…

This old fashioned CHEWY Spiced Fruit Slice is just like the one your gran used to make. Or, in my case, like I imagine my gran would have made if she had been the kind of woman who baked…

When you’re healing from chronic illness and focused on your health, it can be easy…

The phrase ‘slow down to go fast’ relates to the somewhat counter-intuitive notion that stopping or slowing down at the beginning of a process to consider what – and, how – you plan to accomplish your goals will enable you to go much faster in the end. Ultimately, by implementing this simple step, you are likely to be far more successful, and in the same amount of time, too

In an effort to get you (and me) eating more beets, today I bring you…

What would happen if you chose to be your own valentine? Forget about all the commercialism and expectation – instead, finding something to do FOR you.

For 364 days of the year, I have no issue that David is an anti-valentiner. It’s just one day that catches me out…

In my view, the single most important tool in your personal health toolbox is your…

January 2018 Update: This was my very first attempt at sharing one of my gummies recipes way back…

Episode 16 of my collaborative project with Rory Linehan of The Paleo PI and Petra…

“I live on good soup, not on fine words.” -Moliere Soup. The secret weapon in…

“Lettuce! O Lettuce! Let us, O let us, O Lettuce leaves, O let us leave…

  “It is more fun to talk with someone who doesn’t use long, difficult words…

“Hot patootie, bless my soul Really love that rock and roll.” – Richard O’brien (from ‘The…

Episode 15 of my collaborative project with Rory Linehan of The Paleo PI and Petra…

Trees I think that I shall never see A poem lovely as a tree. A…

“I think tripe is maligned. It’s wonderful stuff, but everyone goes ‘urgh.’ You have to…

“Here’s some simple advice: always be yourself. Never take yourself too seriously. And, beware of advice…

Episode 14 of my collaborative project with Rory Linehan of The Paleo PI and Petra…

“There are three hundred and sixty-four days when you might get un-birthday presents, and only…

“One is never over-dressed or underdressed with a Little Black Dress.” ― Karl Lagerfeld This…

“It isn’t the things that happen to us in our lives that cause us to…

Episode 11 of my collaborative project with Rory Linehan of The Paleo PI and Petra…

Beet Kvass is a fermented beet tonic made up of really simple ingredients. In fact, of all the ferments you can create, I think it is one of the easiest and least intimidating. You don’t need any fancy equipment, either.

And, it goes without saying that this baby is REALLY good for you!

“New Zealand is not a small country but a large village.” – Peter Jackson When…

Episode 11 of my collaborative project with Rory Linehan of The Paleo PI and Petra…

Inspired by a dessert my Mum used to make on special occasions when was growing up, this tropical fruit flavoured bavarois is just a fancy-schmancy way of saying ‘upmarket jello’ (jelly).

It’s a doddle to make – I don’t believe in complex. And, it’ll please AIP mates and muggle mates alike!

This creamy, yogurt-y, cheese-y HERBALICIOUS bowl of yumminess is so good your AIP muggle mates won’t have a clue it’s not the real thing. If you’ve been missing dairy – I urge you to give this baby a go…

Do you make time for play? Play is what we do when we engage in…

Episode 11 of my collaborative project with Rory Linehan of The Paleo PI and Petra…

“This was after stew. But then, so is everything. When the first man crawled out…

“People who LIKE movies have a favorite. People who LOVE movies couldn’t possibly choose.” ―…

When it comes to stress management tools, Legs Up The Wall is arguably my favourite. It’s the perfect exercise for you if who think you ‘don’t have the time for mindfulness’! And, it engages your parasympathetic nervous system FAST.

Episode 10 of my collaborative project with Rory Linehan of The Paleo PI and Petra Chambers-Sinclair…

“Plan to make good choices.” ― Leslie Monroe For me, this AIP caper is all…

  “So what’s the deal with brunch? I mean that if it’s a combination of breakfast and…

  “If you really want to make a friend, go to someone’s house and eat…

Episode 9 of my collaborative project with Rory Linehan of The Paleo PI and Petra Chambers-Sinclair…

“And above all, watch with glittering eyes the whole world around you because the greatest…

“I don’t think I’ll ever grow old and say, “What was I thinking eating all…

  Episode 8 of my collaborative project with Rory Linehan of The Paleo PI and Petra…

Episode 7 of my collaborative project with Rory Linehan of The Paleo PI and Petra Chambers-Sinclair…

I’m in New Zealand at the moment. Here’s my recipe for cheeky wee frozen Chocolate Almond Fat Bombs. They’re especially designed to satisfy a sweet tooth…

These SIMPLE Barbecued Duck Livers Wrapped in Bacon, served with apple, are a great way to enjoy arguably the most nutrient dense around. And, it makes a change from pâté!

  Episode 6 of my collaborative project with Rory Linehan of The Paleo PI and Petra…

“The time to repair the roof is when the sun is shining.” [State of the Union…

Last week, there was a full-page article in the Sunday Telegraph’s Body + Soul – ‘ 8 Cooking…

  “Cooking requires confident guesswork and improvisation – experimentation and substitution, dealing with failure and…

  Episode 5 of my collaborative project with Rory Linehan of The Paleo PI and Petra…

“It is what you read when you don’t have to that determines what you will be when you can’t help it.”
― Oscar Wilde

My name is Jo and I have an addiction to food porn… It’s what I read when I don’t have to.

This Confit of Lamb recipe is the result of that addiction…

I’d be willing to bet that if you asked my brother and sister which food they most request from our Mum when they’re visiting, it would be her chicken liver pâté. And, I’d be no different. It’s our favourite.

And today I am sharing my Mum’s WORLD FAMOUS In NEW ZEALAND Chicken Liver Pâté recipe with you.

These Sugar-Free Cinnamon and Coconut Fat Bombs are AIP, grain-free and keto-friendly, too. Just the ticket when you need something sweet.

Episode 4 of my collaborative project with Rory Linehan of The Paleo PI and Petra Chambers-Sinclair…

  “Life’s a pudding full of plums.” – W.S. Gilbert My parents have an old…

  “She’s funny and kind, with plenty of backbone, a quick laugh, and a generous…

In this episode of Healing Protocols: the Global Edition, I get to address how I suffered from chronic health issues that I kept secret for 20 years before starting my personal healing protocol lifestyle. Discover how I learned to manage Hidradenitis Suppurativa through nutritional therapy and lifestyle practices.

Bonus! I also spill the beans on just how I cleaned up my colon, addressed my periodontal disease and learned to like myself in the process!

“I’m selfish, impatient and a little insecure. I make mistakes, I am out of control…

“Hello possums!” – Dame Edna Everage At this time of year, we possums down under…

Mickey Trescott and Angie Alt of Autoimmune Paleo are two leading lights in this Autoimmune Protocol health caper for those of us seeking to mitigate autoimmune symptoms through diet and lifestyle. Their collaborative guide – The Autoimmune Wellness Handbook: A DIY Guide to Living Well with Chronic Illness – is a patient-centred approach to improving quality of life even when living with autoimmune disease.

  “I hope there’s pudding!” ― J.K. Rowling Well, I have some good news, J.K.!…

Episode 2 of my collaborative project with Rory Linehan of The Paleo PI and Petra Chambers-Sinclair…

“When you wake up in the morning, Pooh,” said Piglet at last, “what’s the first…

One of the great things AIP does is open your eyes to a whole world of new and different ways to eat your vegetables…

  “I do not like broccoli. And I haven’t liked it since I was a…

I’m so pleased to bring you this collaborative project I have been working on with Rory Linehan of The Paleo PI and Petra Chambers-Sinclair of Petra8Paleo – two of my favourite peeps in this corner of the health caper world. The three of us all hail from different corners of the globe, and have very different life experiences, but we share both a friendship and passion for seeking health through an holistic approach. The intention behind our podcast is to seek out and interview others who share the same goal – and hopefully impart what we learn and have a little fun along the way. We hope you’ll join us!

  “We don’t need to have just one favorite. We keep adding favorites. Our favorite…

These meaty wee numbers were created for my Dad.

Dad has recently returned home from an overseas holiday. A holiday where the food was good and the wine flowed freely. It’s just a little possible that he may have over-indulged a smidge… So, these nutrient dense meaty muffins are just for him…

  “Vulgarity is the garlic in the salad of life.” – Cyril Connolly If vulgarity…

“Life is like a pressure cooker. Sometimes you’ve gotta’ let off a little steam to…

  “If it looks like a duck and sounds like a duck, it could be…

Sophie Van Tiggelen, aka A Squirrel in the Kitchen, not to mention the AIPer with…

  “When the body is in trouble, we must find and eliminate the cause, not…

This nutrient dense little Korean-style seaweed soup number ticks all the boxes. It’s full of nutrients, easy to whip up and 100% AIP friendly. It’s a great staple to have on hand…

Can you remember just how much you loved jelly when you were a child? All wobbly-wobbly and fabulous?

These babies are an AIP and ‘adult only’ version reminiscent of childhood…

“You have your way. I have my way. As for the right way, the correct…

These IMMUNE-BOOSTING Lemon, Ginger and Honey Gummies compete with my Cinnamon and Coconut Fat Bombs for pole position as the most popular recipes on my website. I thought a wee reminder of how fabulous they are may be in order!

ENJOY!

  “Cauliflower is nothing but cabbage with a college education.” – Mark Twain Yeah, but…

  My wonderful yoga teacher said this thing that really resonated. My wee class was…

  “The more you rationalise, the more you move farther away from your authentic self.”…

RAKISH Roasted Jerusalem Artichoke and Parsnip Soup “A whizzpopper!” cried the BFG, beaming at her….

  “Let me give you a wonderful Zen practice. Wake up in the morning… look…

  “Life expectancy would grow by leaps and bounds if green vegetables smelled as good…

  [su_box title=”A small update…” style=”soft” box_color=”#ffffff” title_color=”#009999″] I’ll be off-line and taking a short…

  “Green is the prime color of the world, and that from which its loveliness…

  This week the worldwide community of AIP bloggers has banded together to highlight how…

  “I suppose there are people who can pass up free guacamole, but they’re either…

  “Good manners: The noise you don’t make when you’re eating soup.” – Bennett Cerf…

  “For fast-acting relief, try slowing down.” – Lily Tomlin I’m listening to Lily. Normal blog communications will…

  “What an irony it is that these living beings whose shade we sit in,…

  “One of the marvelous things about community is that it enables us to welcome…

  “There are some things you can’t share without ending up liking each other, and…

[su_divider top=”no” divider_color=”#990000″ size=”2″ margin=”25″] Women and Weight on the Autoimmune Protocol – An Overview…

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  “After a good dinner one can forgive anybody, even one’s own relations.” ― Oscar…

Want to know what two years of following AIP looks like? My two-year AIP anniversary…

  “Yeah, but they’re PURPLE (pants),” Bobby said as if that made some kind of…

  “Garlic is divine. Few food items can taste so many distinct ways, handled correctly….

  “You make all kinds of mistakes, but as long as you are generous and…

Eggs are well and truly back on the menu here at JFC central. And, to…

Sometimes things don’t work out just as you expect them to… This may require some…

  Women and Weight on the Autoimmune Protocol – An Overview Welcome to the first…

“Totally contrary to my genetic makeup, contrary to my usual behavior and preferences, contrary to…

Solviture ambulando (It is solved by walking) One of the best things about having my sister…

“Cookbooks hit you where you live. You want comfort; you want security; you want food;…

A bazillion years ago, I bought one of those seasonal recipe book compilations from Vogue…

“Christmas is a time when you get homesick — even when you’re home.” – Carol Nelson…

My Mum is world-famous-in-New-Zealand for her christmas mince pies No exaggeration. My Mum makes the BEST…

This cooling Cream of Cucumber Soup is the PERFECT little summer number! “The four seasons…

This post is for all those people out there thinking about going grey… I have…

“An idealist is one who, on noticing that a rose smells better than a cabbage,…

“Movin’ to the country, gonna eat a lot of peaches Movin’ to the country, Gonna…

This list has been doing the rounds on Facebook lately. When it turned up in…

‘Awesome’ seems to be one of those ‘in’ words at the moment. All the cool…

“The best kind of happiness is a habit you’re passionate about.” ― Shannon L. Alder…

Today, I’m talking to fellow health coach and real food advocate, the delightful Kari from Whole Life Full Soul….

“A well-made salad must have a certain uniformity; it should make perfect sense for those…

We’ve been experiencing some unseasonably warm temperatures here in Syders. I’m talking 30°C-plus. That’s 86°F…

Dr. Rodney Ford, a paediatric gastroenterologist who started talking about gluten-related disorders in the mid-1990s, has this to say about gluten: – “Who should be concerned about gluten? Well, anyone who is sick. If you are sick, you should think about gluten!”

Gluten free is not just for Coeliacs.

AIP Tabbouleh is totally a thing! We’ve just had a long weekend here… Labour Day…

I’m going off script today. W A Y off script… That is to say, this is…

“Your health is a long-range investment that will pay-off when you need it most.” ―…

I went to the markets and bought a king-sized radish… Oh yes, I did! You can…

  Heard of nose-to-tail eating? Well, this is the vegetable version – root-to-leaf! You have…

In which I introduce you to my Aussie AIP S’mores – aka the Passionfruit Roderick…

I’m a little bit excited today. I’ve got an AWESOME giveaway for you. First up…

‘Health’ and ‘nutrition’ are buzzwords at the moment. It seems like you can’t turn around without…

Who doesn’t love pie – especially when it’s lots of AIP-friendly Chicken, Leek and Bacon…

  I bang on about the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) an awful lot here in my…

  “I come from a country that lives and breathes rugby, and I didn’t think…

I made a rookie mistake. Yep. I surely did. And, it cost me. Big time….

The very best thing about understanding your personal values is that they provide you with your very own road map with which to navigate your way through life

Did you know that the New Zealand yam is commonly known as oca in other…

Today I want to tell you a story. A story about how one of my…

This Mandarin Cake is moist and delicious and so easy to make – you don’t need any fancy equipment. Bonus – It’s gluten-free!

  “I like nonsense, it wakes up the brain cells. Fantasy is a necessary ingredient…

Instead of writing you oodles and oodles of words about Joanna Frankham Coaching, I thought…

“I was raised almost entirely on turnips and potatoes, but I think that the turnips…

“You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make him participate in synchronised…

  “The best oxtail in the world is meaningless if it doesn’t show up.” – Anthony…

A few posts back I wrote about having a critical inner voice. Mine is pretty…

  It’s been a crazy old start to the week here at JFC so I’m…

  I’m pleased to bring you an interview with Angie Alt – one half of…

“I ate a rainbow in a bowl, because it’s better than eating rain soup. Food…

I am so pleased to bring you this review of Rachael Bryant’s ‘Nourish – The…

  For the longest time, I was off both coffee and chocolate. Well, it was nine…

I’ve been thinking a lot about support lately… As in Who’s on YOUR support team?…

  Welcome to roasted vegetables. My way. And the dish that is on highest rotation…

  Do you follow Eileen from Phoenix Helix? If you don’t, let me tell you…

There was an article in the Viva section of the NZ Herald on Wednesday warning…

elixir noun 1. a magical or medicinal potion. “an elixir guaranteed to induce love” 2.a particular…

Toto, I have a feeling we’re not in Kansas anymore. (L. Frank Baum) Today marks…

Bre’anna Emmitt, of He Won’t Know it’s Paleo fame, makes you feel like you’re in on…

It is only by talking about the shame of  Hidradenitis Suppurativa that we can begin…

Forget art. Put your trust in ice cream. (Charles Baxter, ‘The Feast of Love’) One…

Nobody can do for little children what grandparents do. Grandparents sort of sprinkle star-dust over…

Sisters function as safety nets in a chaotic world simply by being there for each…

I’m a little bit in love with Julia Child. You could say I have a…

What is Pyrrole Disorder? Pyrrole Disorder is a reasonably common metabolic condition that occurs when…

Easter is just around the corner. How did that happen? So, this week I went…

I wrote an edible cookbook. The pages are made out of tortillas. It’s also the…

If you want to get healthy, make cooking your(next) hobby! I’m going to get mildly provocative…

It’s officially autumn – or fall – in this corner of the world. And that…

If you’re of a certain age, you’ll remember that Meg Ryan/Tom Hanks movie, ‘Sleepless in…

One of the topics of conversation at the AIP picnic on Sunday was this: –…

What do you get when you mix ten followers of the Autoimmune Protocol with five kids and…

If kids can learn how to make a simple Bolognese sauce, they will never go…

My Tomato Passata Replacement is the perfect alternative to add to all those recipes that…

Anyone who knows me knows how much I love my coffee. I really love it….

I was chatting with The Bacon Mum after our recent Autoimmune Connection session and she mentioned one of…

My World FAMOUS Roasted Cauliflower Salad with Sultanas, Capers and Hazelnuts… I’ve promised you this…

Homemade mayonnaise is the second-most important salad dressing to learn how to make from scratch….

Next week I hit my one year anniversary on the Autoimmune Protocol. On Tuesday, to…

Ever since I came back from my Christmas break in New Zealand, I’ve been meaning to…

There is no place in the world like Australia. Not even its beautiful neighbor New…

It’s a wee bit sticky in Sydney at the moment. The sort of heat that…

At the beginning of the week, I roast a ton of vegetables so I can…

I’m back from running away to New Zealand. Well, I didn’t really run away. I…

It’s starting to look a lot like Christmas here at Casa TSL… A BIG thank…

Recently, there has been quite the hullabaloo in the press – both here in Australia…

Some posts just keep on giving. And, recently there’s been a bit of movement on my…

This is a big post for me. HUGE! I’m stepping out from behind my TSL…

The Aussie Burger. Also known as the TomTom burger at our place This recipe contains…

sexy ugly Someone not considered conventionally good-looking (or any kind of good-looking in some cases),…

Fun fact #1 about pomegranates: Pomegranates are awesome. Fun fact #2: Pomegranates are like little…

If you’re new to Sculpture by the Sea – it’s well worth a look-see if you’re…

Are you wondering about this MTHFR gene that everyone seems to be talking about? As…

If you’re going to be alive and on this planet, you have to, like, suck…

Ugly vegetables deserve love, too (TSL) I may have mentioned before that this autoimmune protocol…

Well, Art is Art, isn’t it? Still, on the other hand, water is water. And…

If you’re travelling to Melbourne while on the Autoimmune Protocol, have I got the BEST…

I’m currently on the Autoimmune Protocol, a nutrient-rich elimination diet that removes foods that irritate…

“Wait!” “What?” I lowered my cup hastily, wondering if maybe there was a stray hair,…

I’m currently on the Autoimmune Protocol, a nutrient-rich elimination diet that removes foods that irritate…

I created these wee balls for my very first coaching client on her birthday. Since then, they have become a firm favourite for many of my tribe. While they are an AIP Reintro’ recipe, they are so good that non-AIPers will love them, too.

There is nothing better than a friend, unless it is a friend with chocolate. (Linda…

“I tell you, I’m really not what you’d call into your basic kink, even though…

One afternoon my flat was broken into. The strange thing is, before I went out…

On Wednesday night, LM and I went to see Annabel Crabb interview Arianna Huffington as…

You can never put too much pork in your mouth as far as I’m concerned….

Is an oil pulling experiment for you? Oil pulling is an Ayurvedic remedy that uses natural oils to clean and detoxify teeth and gums. Here’s my story with oil pulling (spoiler alert – I’m a believer!)

I’ve long believed that good food, good eating, is all about risk. Whether we’re talking…

You know those crazy people who line up outside Apple stores to be one of…

Making your own fermented vegetables is easy, quick (in terms of preparation) and much, much cheaper than buying them from your local health food store. And, you get to ensure your vegetables are organic.

As promised last week, today I’m sharing my HELLISHLY GOOD Herbed Parsnip and Celeriac Mash…

I’m currently on the Autoimmune Protocol, a nutrient-rich elimination diet that removes foods that irritate…

I’m currently on the Autoimmune Protocol, a nutrient-rich elimination diet that removes foods that irritate…

“When you wake up in the morning, Pooh,” said Piglet at last, “what’s the first…

  Healing is a matter of time, but it is sometimes also a matter of…

I’m currently on the Autoimmune Protocol, a nutrient-rich elimination diet that removes foods that irritate…

October 2016 Update: This brisket recipe continues to be one of the recipes in highest rotation…

I’m currently on the Autoimmune Protocol, a nutrient-rich elimination diet that removes foods that irritate…

I’m currently on the Autoimmune Protocol, a nutrient-rich elimination diet that removes foods that irritate…

  I’m currently on the Autoimmune Protocol, a nutrient-rich elimination diet that removes foods that…

I’m currently on the Autoimmune Protocol, a nutrient-rich elimination diet that removes foods that irritate…

I’m currently on the Autoimmune Protocol, a nutrient-rich elimination diet that removes foods that irritate…

Do three things well, not ten things badly. (David Segrove) What with trying to squeeze…

I’m currently on the Autoimmune Protocol, a nutrient-rich elimination diet that removes foods that irritate…

I forgot to keep the main thing the main thing. Life got in the way and I fell off the AIP wagon. It happens. I’m getting back on again…

Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful, or believe…

I’m currently on the Autoimmune Protocol, a nutrient-rich elimination diet that removes foods that irritate…

I hate housework. You make the beds, you wash the dishes and six months later…