Some people seem to tolerate eating a lot of starchy carbohydrates, while others swear a low carb diet changed their life. The AMY1 gene that codes for salivary amylase might explain why. Before I knew anything about the effect of diet on my health and hunger, I did notice that an hour or 2 after…
Many people with rheumatoid arthritis report success using an AIP (auto-immune paleo protocol). There are a number of reasons why the AIP protocol is effective for auto-immune disease including rheumatoid arthritis (RA). However it is important to point out that not all will respond to AIP, there are many factors that contribute to auto-immune disease…
Ten people with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) share their insights into the foods that cause them flares and the foods that are safe (Please read my earlier post also – case studies where eliminating certain foods put RA into remission) For information on how to follow an auto-immune protocol: The Paleo Mom – Sarah Balantyne Phoenix…
Twelve case studies show diet eliminated or improved rheumatoid arthritis symptoms. Feedback from Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) sufferers in my study found that it is often assumed by rheumatologists that diet changes will make little difference to the disease process for those with RA. In this post I look at documented case studies where diet changes…
In 2015 as part of my Post Grad diploma in Nutrition at Massey University, I did a research project on rheumatoid arthritis and diet. I will be doing a series of blog posts the outcome of this research. Here is what the topic was called: “An investigation into the use of a Palaeolithic diet by…
It’s been a journey! Little did I know that back in 1996 when my boyfriend (now husband) bought me a diet book, it would change the entire course of my life! Both my health and my career had a change in direction. What book had this power you are probably wondering? The book that changed…
“Hi Julianne, Just wanted to tell you how much I appreciated the seminar last night. Your information was very well presented and I thought you covered quite a bit of material in such a short time. Very insightful! Thanks again, Karine ” “Excellent. A very informative and well presented seminar. The Paleo Diet Guide handout…
By whole food, I mean food that comes from nature where at all possible, it is recognisable as food, in it’s original package, in perference to highly processed food out of a box. Give me a call to discuss what you need from your diet and I’ll let you know how I can assist you,…
I was the researcher on the very successful NZ on Air funded documentary presented by Nigel Latta: “Is Sugar the New Fat?” which has aired in New Zealand and Australia. Is Sugar the New Fat? More recently I carried out research for the documentary series “Why Are We Fat?” presented by Chef Simon Gault. I…
