BLOG POST | Tara Thorne Nutrition

Could you have HPA Axis Dysfunction (AKA “adrenal fatigue”)?

by Tara Thorne | Apr 25, 2016 | Adrenal Fatigue, Balancing your hormones, BLOG POST

You may not have heard of HPA axis dysfunction but you've likely heard the term “adrenal fatigue”. HPA axis dysfunction is the more accurate term. “HPA” stands for Hypothalamus Pituitary Adrenal and this axis is a negative feedback loop that...

Homemade Gummies

by Tara Thorne | Apr 18, 2016 | BLOG POST, Kids

Ingredients 1 C organic juice of choice (no added sweetener) Juice from ½ lemon or lime (optional) 2 tsp of honey OR maple syrup 3 TBS grass-fed gelatin (I used this one in this recipe – it does matter which one you use as different gelatin will change the...

Creamy Turmeric Cauliflower & Spinach Soup

by Tara Thorne | Apr 2, 2016 | BLOG POST, Recipies, Soups

It may not be the prettiest soup but it's tasty and oh so good for you. I highly suggest you give this one a try as its got so many good-for-you ingredients and is packed with healthy fat and cancer-fighting turmeric. Ingredients 2 shallots Oil for sautéing (I use St...

Matcha Latte

by Tara Thorne | Mar 30, 2016 | Beverages, BLOG POST, Recipies

This is one of my favourite ways to enjoy a warm beverage in the morning that isn't coffee. It's become a tradition for me in the mornings just like coffee used to be. I break down the benefits of giving up coffee, at least for a period of time, in this post....

Fool-Proof Kids Green Smoothie

by Tara Thorne | Mar 30, 2016 | BLOG POST, Kids, Recipies

Serves 2 Ingredients 1 banana 1 small handful of greens (I use kale or spinach mostly) 1/3 cup cashews (optional) 2 C water (or you could use a milk alternative, especially if you’re not using the cashews) ¼ C coconut or dairy kefir (optional but recommended for...

Simple Apple & Nut Butter Snack

by Tara Thorne | Mar 29, 2016 | BLOG POST, Kids, Recipies, Snacks

This is a simple yet delicious and great blood sugar stabilizing snack. All you need is an apple and some nut butter. I usually like to use almond butter. Cut the apple into slices and dip into the nut butter.