There is something about cooler, shorter days that makes me want to eat soup. It’s a great way to sneak vegetables into the kids, and they don’t even realise they are eating it! With our previous blog post on the nutritional value of nutmeg, I searched for...
With the cold finally upon us and that long list of yummy, tummy warming winter recipes that call for a hint of nutmeg (like this delicious Rustic Bacon & Pumpkin Soup, a family favourite), we thought we would look into the spice and see its benefits to our...
Okay, we’ll keep this short and sweet. Pure chocolate decadence that is sure to get you through the temptation that is Easter. Made for us by Dr Tom’s wife Kelsey, you and your family are sure to love these grain free, dairy free, nut free brownies. It is...
I am often asked “What is the best time to use coconut oil as a mouthwash?” Traditionally oil pulling was done first thing in the morning to remove toxins from the body. However for your mouth, rinsing with coconut oil is beneficial any time – day or...
With Valentine’s Day approaching, making an indulgent sweet for your “Sweet” could be just what the Romance doctor ordered. Who doesn’t love chocolate ice cream? This recipe is made with raw cacao powder, rapadura sugar to create a truly silky...
Mouth Breathing in children and adults carry serious consequences for the individual’s health. Gingivitis, gingival enlargement and increased levels of dental plaque are common in persons who chronically breathe through their mouth. It has been suggested that...
Patient health is my top priority. My patients want an aesthetic and natural tooth replacement with no side effects for their health. Your teeth are more than just a tool for chewing. If your teeth or your oral cavity are not healthy, this will affect other organs...
I’ve just read an interesting white paper by Dr Daniel Sindelar about the link between Alzheimer’s Disease and oral health. Did you know that Alzheimer’s Disease is expected to triple by 2050? Alzheimer’s disease costs $500 billion every year and has a...
With the start of the school year just around the corner, mums everywhere are starting to stress about what to put in their child’s lunchbox. Healthy lunches and snacks are important for active children. Eating healthy food helps children concentrate and learn. Never...
