Entries by Talia Den Dulk

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Thyroid boosting Juice recipe

Thyroid boosting smoothie   This smoothie is filled with three basic ingredients that help regulate thyroid hormones: tyrosine to boost the thyroid hormone, greens to activate the thyroid hormone, and antioxidants to reduce inflammation in the body. Now you can create your own customized thyroid smoothie, all with the click of a blender! 1 tablespoon […]

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Underactive thyroid (Hypothyroidism) and the relation to your health & weight

Some estimates suggest up to 40 percent of the population suffers from at least some level of underactive thyroid. Women — especially older women — are the most susceptible group for developing hypothyroidism. People who are elderly or who have other existing auto-immune diseases — like Type I diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, for example […]

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Pain Control Juice

The ginger in this oh-so-good-for-you vegetable drink will pep you up when you’re feeling a bit tired and your system is sluggish. Ingredients: 2 carrots 4 tomatoes, roughly chopped 1 tbsp lemon juice 30g fresh flat-leaf parsley 3 cm piece fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional) Small handful of crushed […]

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Fighting Inflammation with food

The body responds to many diseases and injuries with inflammation. Inflammation is one of the most basic and necessary processes in the body and without a properly functioning inflammatory response, healing is compromised. Some conditions are worsened by inflammation but suppressing inflammation all the time isn’t the best path to healing. When inflammation is being […]

Get to know Talia den Dulk

What is your philosophy in life? Prevention is a big part of my work ethic and I believe that prevention is much better than cure. I believe that you have to listen to your body as you know your body better than any doctor could. Then on the rebellious side – live life to the […]

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Green Detox Smoothie

Try this delicious green smoothie recipe and let us know what you think: Ingredients: 2 cups spinach 1/2 cucumber 3 stalks celery 1/2 bunch parsley 3 carrots 2 apples, cored 1/4 orange, peeled 1/4 lime, peeled 1/4 lemon, peeled Bunch fresh mint 1/4 pineapple, peeled   Directions Place the ingredients in a blender (you can […]