So it is common knowledge and understanding that nutrition through pregnancy is really important, but what about before you fall pregnant? Preconception nutrition and lifestyle has the power to not only affect your pregnancy and your baby but also your grandchildren’s health - it’s a big responsibility.

Your circadian rhythm is your body's 24-hour internal clock that regulates how energetic and alert you are or how tired you are throughout the day. Your circadian rhythm is controlled by a region of the brain that is sensitive to light, which explains why we are most awake and energetic throughout the day. As the sun begins to go down, our energy starts to reduce, and we begin to feel more sleepy. If we stay up late, use electronic devices at night, work shift work or even change time zones it can affect our circadian rhythm.

Maintaining healthy eating is important for keeping you focused and energised in busy times and is essential for keeping you functioning at your best.

Here are my 6 tips for people who find themselves juggling priorities with limited time and still want to stay on top of their health!

When you set goals from the right place, heart-centred goals, they are most likely to manifest. When they are coming from a different place this is when overwhelm, stress and anxiety build. Today I share my top tips for setting heart centred, grounded goals.

This green smoothie is quick, easy, delicious, and ensures you get two full cups of vegetables into your body!

I was young at away from home studying to become a Naturopath when I realised that what I had been experiencing throughout my younger years was not normal. I was quickly diagnosed with Endometriosis.

Buckwheat and Quinoa Porridge is the perfect winter breakfast. Nutritionist and Naturopath Hayley Dawson gives you her secret recipe.

Top tips for building an amazing vegetable garden with eco-nutritionist.

Did you know it’s not normal to be constantly tired? The Rural Naturopath provides you with solutions to that problem in this blog.

If you are looking for the perfect winter warmer than look no further than this amazing Minestrone Soup. Nourishing, simple to make, and delicious to eat.

Rurally, on a farm, or off a farm- our stress levels are higher, and it is important we take control to try and help ourselves. In this blog I discuss the signs of stress and how we can work to manage it.

You may have cut out dairy products from your diet for many common reasons, it could be for your stomach, skin, or even energy. Removing this food group may be making your look and feel amazing but you have the worry in your mind about if you’re getting enough calcium in your diet now. Well, I am here to help you out on diary free calcium sources.

This curry is not only delicious but nutritious. It is one of those meals that you feel travel the whole way down to your tummy, giving you an amazing feeling inside. The Ginger, Turmeric and Garlic are great for boosting immunity, and the vegetables are a fabulous way to fill you up.

Are you constantly recognising that you need to step back and do something for yourself, but then the lack of time and motivation stops you?

I became a Naturopath because of my passion for Health, I have always loved trying healthy food options, reading about our bodies, and what we put in them, as well as exercise. Since becoming a Naturopath I often get asked about what some of my favourite health products are, and I thought it was time to let you in on all of my secrets!

If you have a sweet tooth I have the most amazing recipe for you. These bliss balls are better than any you will find in the supermarket, not to mention they are much healthier.

In the 21st century we have a tendency to think that things that are really common in our everyday life are normal. I am here to tell you that just because hormone imbalances and painful periods are common it doesn’t mean it’s normal.

Summer days are seemingly hot and hectic, and although sometimes it seems easier to grab a pie, or skip lunch entirely you wont do yourself any favours. This salad is refreshing, but with the protein it is also filling and nutritious.

First off I feel like I must apologise, I’m very sorry I haven’t written a blog post in over a month. I have been quite quiet over on my social media platforms too. So the burning question, where have I been?

Well, not only am I a Naturopath but a side-kick to my partner, who works on his family farm and has a contracting business, so this time of year is super crazy!