"SUKKIE" - Performance Fuel with Dental Protection!

Most of us know of the negative impact that dehydration has on physical performance during training and competition. However, with the growing number of sports drinks on the market in fancy packaging promising great taste and peak performance, we tend to disregard the impact these table-sugar and sodium-loaded drinks have on our teeth!

So where do we go from here...? Do we drink water to keep our teeth healthy but miss out on the carbohydrates needed to fuel peak performance OR do we continue to drink highly acidic sports drinks that will only wear down the enamel on our teeth and cause severe dental erosion...???

Here's the answer...

SUKKIE - "Your performance shouldn't cost your teeth"

Flavours : Lemon Crush & Berry Rush

Sizes : 420g or 800g

Sukkie contains :

* NO cane sugar

* NO artificial colours

* NO artifical flavours

* NO gluten or other allergens

* Low acid with pH5

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION per 25g serve mixed

with 500mL water

Energy 101 cal
Protein 0g

Fat, Total 0g

-saturated 0g

Carbohydrate 25.1g

-fructose 15.35g

-maltodextrin 9.75g

Dietary fibre 0g

Sodium 260mg

Potassium 95mg

Calcium 175mg

What is Sukkie?

"Sukkie" provides the energy you need to perform at your best while also containing a high concentration of electrolytes to help prevent muscular cramps and calcium in particular to strengthen teeth. Due to it's low pH level, Sukkie will not cause any loss of tooth enamel.

It's carbohydrate energy blend of maltodextrin and fructose will allow for a sustained release of glucose into the blood stream preventing insulin spikes and sugar crashes so you'll feel energised for longer!

How do I use it?

Before competition :

Optimal hydration must begin the day before competition. Aim to drink 3-4litres of water during this time.

On the morning of competition, consume 500mL water on rising, then sip on 500mL Sukkie in the hour leading up to compeition.

During competition :

Everyone will have a different sweat rate, but, as a general rule aim for 1 litre of fluid every hour. Consume 500mL - 750mL Sukkie Rehydration every hour and get the remaining 200-300mL from plain water.

Sip on 200-250mL every 15 minutes during competition.

After compeition :

Consume 1L fluid for every 1kg body weight lost. 500mL-1L of Sukkie Rehydration will quickly replace fluid lost as well as replenish depleted muscle glycogen stores. This will allow for quicker recovery before your next event or training session...

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, see Elise in store or drop by on Tuesday 29th March to taste both flavours & talk to Leon, founder of the product!

Or go to : http://www.sukkie.com.au/

Quinoa- Super food of the Incas!

Quinoa (pronounced kin-wa) is a protein rich seed which has a slightly nutty flavour and a fluffy but slightly crunchy texture when cooked. Although commonly considered a grain it is actually a relative of green leafy vegetables such as spinach.

In the days of the Inca empire, Quinoa was an important part of the diet as it was believed to give warriors strength and stamina.


Quinoa is a complete protein, meaning it contains all the essential amino acids and is particularly high in Lysine (great for healthy immune systems and tissue healing) Manganese, Magnesium, iron and phosphorus. It is high in anti oxidants and is a good source of fibre.


Quinoa can be found in health food stores (including Evelyn Faye Nutrition) in the form of the raw seed, flakes or flour. There are two varieties- red and white and this super little seed can be prepared in a number of different ways. Below are some ideas...

Quinoa Cookies:

1/2 cup of Agave nectar or honey

1/2 cup of almond butter

1/3 cup of raw sugar

125g melted butter

1 cup of rice or regular flour

3/4 cup of Quinoa flakes

3/4 tsp baking soda

1.4 tsp Salt

1 cup of dark chocolate bits

2tsp ground cinnamon

3tsp cocoa powder

• Pre heat oven to 150C and Oil a baking tray or line with baking powder
• Beat together first 5 ingredients until creamy
• Combine all remaining ingredients and stir into the creamed mixture
• Drop teaspoon sized pieces onto the tray and allow space for spreading
• Bake for 10-12 min then allow to cool on the tray before lifting.

Quinoa Moroccan Pilaf:

1. 1 cup Quinoa seed
2. 1 onion diced
3. 1 tbs olive oil
4. 1 tsp fine sea salt
5. 4 tsp Moroccan spice mix
6. 1/2 cup dried cranberries
7. 1tbs Lemon juice
8. 250g diced pumpkin
9. 2 cups of vegetable stock
10. A handful of chopped fresh coriander

• Mix cranberries with lemon juice, cover and microwave on high for 30 seconds
• Rinse Quinoa and drain well
• Heat olive oil and saute onions until soft, add spice, salt and pumpkin and saute for another 2 minutes until fragrant
• Add quinoa and stock and simmer for 15min stirring occasionally
• Stir through cranberries and garnish with coriander.

Other Ideas:

Add to Soups, hamburgers, tabouli, salads, bread, muesli etc etc etc!

ABODE~ Natural Cleaning Products

On a typical day, the air inside of your house may have air pollution levels hundreds of times higher than the outside air. Many chemicals used in household cleaning products use ingredients which are found regularly in industrial settings and can be toxic to you and your family's health.

Some of the chemicals commonly found in cleaning products include:

• Acetone- a skin and eye irritant which can cause damage to the liver and the unborn child


• Formaldehyde- a known carcinogenic found in aerosols


• Ammonia- exposure to vapours can lead to pneumonia and bronchitis


• Fragrance- this on an ingredient list can indicate the presence of up to 4000 separate ingredients, most of which are synthetic.


• Sodium Lauryl Sulphate (SLS)- used to create a lather, this ingredient is a known skin irritant and allergen.

... plus many many more!

Consumers also need to be aware of products which claim to be green but under closer inspection they still contain synthetic compounds, artificial fragrances, SLS and betaines.

At Evelyn Faye we are now stocking a new range of cleaning products which are Australian owned and made and provide full ingredient disclosure.

Abode Cleaning products consist of Laundry liquid, laundry powder, baby laundry liquid, wool wash, dishwashing liquid, surface spray, window cleaner, floor cleaner, toilet gel and bathroom cleaner. They have a natural range and a specialty range for super sensitive skin. They are competitively priced and available now!

Spirulina - Nature's Superfood!

Many of you may have heard of Spriulina, or perhaps taken it before as a supplement, or in a drink from your favorite juice bar....but many dont know just how amazing this little algae is!

Did you know, Spirulina has:

300% more CALCIUM than whole milk

2300% more IRON than spinach

3900% more BETA CAROTENE than carrots

375% more PROTEIN than tofu

On top of all that, just 3g (1tsp) of Spirulina has more antioxidants than 5 serves of vegetables, and 31 times more phytonutrient levels than blueberries, 60 times more potent than spinach and 700 times more potent apples

Stuck for ideas on how to use your powdered spirulina? Here's a couple of my favorite recipes if you're bored with just mixing with water...and they taste delicious too!

Spirulina Smoothie

2 Bananas

Half a cup of Pineapple Juice

1 cup Raspberries (or other berries that are in season - fresh or frozen)

1 teaspoon Spirulina

Blend all ingredients together, add ice if needed

Spirulina Guacamole

2 Avocados

2 medium Tomatoes

1 tablespoon Spirulina

Cayenne Pepper

Fresh lime of lemon juice

Salt to taste

Mash avocados, add all other ingredients and blend well

Male Fertility

When we think of fertility and preparation for conception many of us focus on the mothers health and dismiss the male partner as simply a bystander... Not So!

One obvious barrier to conception is erectile dysfunction. Stress and anxiety can play a significant role in sexual performance; and you may be surprised to know that emotional stress can also effect sperm quality.

Male fertility can also be affected by exposure to chemicals, radiation, toxic metals and nutritional deficiencies or excesses. Oxidative stress from these factors can damage sperm motility, function and quantity. Exposure to heat or ionised radiation such as from mobile phones, microwaves or laptops have also been found to negativly impact sperm health. Xeno-estrogens such as BPA found in plastic water bottles (see our previous article on the dangers of BPA's!) have also been found to reduce testicular steroidogenisis which reduces the size and weight of male sex organs.

So... what can we do to ensure your sperm are swimming along well with plenty of their mates around?

Well the process of developing sperm takes about 3 months so you need to start looking after them at least 3 months before trying to concieve.

First things first, clear your cupboard: Avoid exposure to environmental factors such as using plastics, direct heat or radiation and chemicals found in pesticides, cleaning agents and food.

Then, clear your mind: improve your response to psychological stressors, or find ways to help you better cope with these pressures. Maybe take up more exercise, start reading or walking... anything to help you relax during the day.

Next, look at your nutrition. Try to always eat food that is as close as possible to its natural form. Most research on male fertility and nutrition is based around anti-oxidants including Vitamin C and E, Carnitine, Alpha lipoic acid, Zinc, CoQ 10, Selenium and Lycopene. Essential fatty acids such as those found in fish oil are also important for sperm health and motility; whilst herbs such as Tribulus, Panax Ginseng and Damiana have been used traditionally as male fertility and libido tonics.

Herbs of Gold and TNP both make great general male fertility tonics which provide a range of nutrients for preconception care.

For more information or a more personalised approach, contact us or visit us in store.

Candida Solutions!

Candida is a naturally occuring yeast that lives in the large bowel, its role is actually to feed the good bacteria that help our bodies to stay healthy. If these good bacteria are killed off, through the use of antibiotics, oral contraceptives, steroids, prolonged illness, stress and poor diets, this results in an overgrowth of candida....which is when the problems start!
An overgrowth of candida can lead to the problem to developing into a 'parasitic fungus', and given time this parasitic fungus can penetrate through the genito-urinary tract and bowel wall, into the bloodstream, and circulate through the whole body. Once this happens, Candida can cause a variety of symptoms, ranging from very vauge digestive complaints and a general 'hung over' feeling, to extreme fatigue, depression, and listlessness. Obviously these symptoms can be indicative of many other diseases and imbalances in the body, so it is important to get a Candida Test done, your GP can do a blood test, or if you'd prefer to self test we highly recommend the Candida5 test (available at Evelyn Faye Nutrition) To find out more about this test click here.
The aim of treatment for candida overgrowth is to weed out the candida, and to restablish the balance of 'good' bacteria/flora in the body, vagina, and digestive tract. As you've probably seen
there are quite a few supplements on the market that claim to kill off candida, lets look at the most effective options in my opinion.


Wormwood
Recent research has found that the herb Wormwood is extremely potent against the Candida fungal infection. Renowned medical herbalist, Gerald Green, conducted a trial on patients comparing the most commonly prescribed herbs prescribed for candida (pau darco, golden seal plus a few others) and found them all relatively ineffective compared with Wormwood!

This potent herbal anti-biotic/anti-viral/anti-fungal (you name it!) helps to strengthen the immune system from the cell level up, helping to overcome the promary cause of candida infestation and a low/damaged immune system.

Wormwood also stimulates digestive enzyme production and is mildly anti-inflammatory, and is currently being trialled as an alternate to anti-malarial drugs.

Wormwood does however come with some cautions. After a couple of days of treatment on high doses, some people may suffer from a condition called Herxheimers Syndrome, causing headaches, exhaustion and some other minor symptoms. This is usually caused by the rapid reduction of Candida, and should only last 1-3 days depending on the case. Depending on the individual, and the case, I generally recommend a dose of between 3g and 10g (in seperate doses) per day for 1week.

Saccharomyces Boulardii (SB)
SB belongs to a group of supplements referred to as 'probiotics' because it helps to maintain a normal balance of friendly bacteria in the intestinal and genito-urinary tract. SB is in fact a yeast (not a bacteria) that competes for space and interfers with binding of candida and other unwanted organisms on the mucous membrane wall.

Some Candida probiotic formulas will also contain other strains, such as Lactobacillus acidophilus and Lactobacillus rhamnous. Again, depending on the case and the individual, I would recommend a probiotic supplement 3 x daily during candida treatment.


Diet
The term 'Candida Diet' gets thrown around alot, but its hard to actually give a definitive about what this diet allows/doesnt allow, and again will be based on an individuals case. For the most part, simple dietary sugars (lollies, sugary drinks, white carbs) should be avoided, as should starchy foods, such as potatos and pasta. Depending on the practitioner, complex carbohydrates and grains (quinoa and amaranth are good options) may be allowed, and some low GI fruits may also be ok. But again, check with your practitioner on the details of what your diet may involve during treatment. This site may give you some more ideas about the diet.


Products
Here is a rough guide to the products that I generally recommend for my clients with vaginal and/or intestinal candida.
- BioMedica Femicare Pessaries: each pessary contains 201mg tea tree oil, 900mcg garlic and 1.05g calendula. Use once daily.
- Bioceuticals SB Floractive or Ethical Nutrients Candex: contains SB strain (as above) plus other probiotics to increase good bacteria and 'weed' out candida and other organisms.
- Mediherb Bacto-Cand GI or Bioceuticals Paracea Forte: contain anti-parasitic (anti-candida) herbs in combination


Need more info about anything you've read? Give us a bell (03) 9686 0086

Written by Hannah Denham - Naturopath

Grass Fed V’s Grain Fed Beef

To put it bluntly; real cows eat grass- not grains!

(much of this information is from Dr Mercola)

Due to the massive industry push for increased quantity at lowest possible prices, short cuts are being taken in the food industry to cut costs and increase production. Unfortunately this is happening at the expense of both animal health and human health.

If you love milk, cheese, yogurt and beef but like many of us are becoming concerned with both the treatment of cattle and the nutritional factors such as high levels of saturated fats and cholesterol, then read on as I'm about to tell you about the healthy choice you can make when selecting food for your fridge.

The fat content of meat is a major reason why many people avoid eating it, and rightly so. Some beef products can have up to 70% fat content with the vast majority of that fat being saturated.

"Grain fed beef can have an omega 6:3 ratio higher than 20:1" J. Animal Sci 2000. 78: 2849- 2855

This far exceeds the 4:1 ratio where health problems arise due to essential fat imbalances

"Grass fed beef has an omega 6:3 ratio of 0.16:1"

Science suggests this ratio is ideal for our diet and similar to that of fish. Of the total fat found in grass fed beef, less than 10% is saturated in comparison to the 50% that can be found in grain fed beef.

Compared to grain-fed beef, grass-fed beef is:

• 2-4 times richer in heart health omega 3 fatty acids


• Lower in Saturated fats and higher in the "good" Unsaturated fats


• 3-5 times higher in CLA (contributes to weight loss in humans)


• Loaded with over 400% more Vitamin A (as beta-carotene) and E


• Significantly lower in calories

And it's not just the meat that's better for you... According to a recent study by the University of Aberdeen; Organic Milk has up to 71% more Omega 3 than non-organic milk.

For a list of Australian companies which produce grass fed beef go to http://www.haverickmeats.com.au/