Whole foods meal preparation is an essential part of my wellness routine. It's an investment of time in exchange for clear energy, clarity, health maintenance, prevention, and delicious convenient food! Although it may seem daunting at first, practice and values outweigh the effort once it becomes a part of your lifestyle. . .
Read moreSquash Porridge | Grain-free, Gluten-free, paleo, vegan | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
I often recommend squash porridge for breakfast over grain porridge as grains have a tendency to be inflammatory and mucus forming for those with spleen and stomach deficiencies. Why then, does Chinese medicine often promote the consumption of grains as a central part of one’s diet?. . .
Read moreBitters Formula for Digestive Health | Acupuncture - Victoria B
By Hayley Stobbs R.Ac, CNC
This is a simple and effective formula to stimulate gastric juices, enzymes, digestive fire, and appetite before a meal. To prepare, pour half and half of the items in the photo above (Maria’s Swedish Bitters and Barne’s apple cider vinegar + manuka) into an empty bottle. Shake before using. 5 - 10 minutes before a meal consume 1 - 2 teaspoons in a little warm water.
An alternative option is to add 1 - 3 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar into a little bit of warm water with a pinch of ginger root powder. Consume 5 - 20 minutes before your meals.
Consume digestive bitters or apple cider vinegar with ginger prior to each meal for the following imbalances: indigestion, diarrhea, constipation, bloating, intestinal cramps, and gas. For other ideas on how to improve natural enzyme secretions please read Mindful Eating.
If you’re interested in diet therapy as complimented by acupuncture I’d be happy to guide you along. Please visit www.vcaspa.com to book online or call 250-590-4341. To learn more about my acupuncture practice, follow @hayley_stobbs on Instagram.
In health & happiness,
Hayley Stobbs R.Ac, CNC
Protein Squares | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
Preparation beyond what our culture habitually consumes for breakfast was unbeknownst to me until I became increasingly curious with cooking and nutrition. . .
Read moreZucchini Cheese | Dairy-free, AIP | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
According to allopathic and complementary medicine, dairy products are one of the most common food sensitivities today. A true dairy allergy is associated with a hypersensitivity reaction of the immune system to dairy proteins such as casein and/or whey, whereas intolerant individuals often lack the ability to produce lactase, which is required for lactose digestion. Dairy intolerance is often more common within certain ethnicities and for those with gluten intolerance since dairy proteins are strong cross-reactors. . .
Read moreNourishing Bone Broth | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
Homemade bone broth is an incredibly nutrient-dense, traditional recipe. Connective tissue within bones, ligaments, and the skin of mammals contain restorative amino acid-starch containing compounds called glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), which are composed of glucosamine, chondroitin, and hyaluronic acid. GAGs are building blocks of the tissue known as collagen and hydrolyzed collagen, known as gelatin. . .
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