B INSPIRED HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
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Beata Ozhylovski is a Naturopath, a Nutritionist a blogger and the creator of B inspired healthy lifestyle with herbal infusions. This blog inspires people to take action that adds health and happiness to their lives, either during a consultation or through my blog posts.
B INSPIRED HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
1y ago
Chocolate cherry ripe slice
Our decadent chocolate cherry ripe slice makes a delicious healthy treat, this no-bake sweet treat screams summer.
Ingredients:
200g raw macadamia nuts
100g shredded coconut
6 medjool dates, remove seeds
1 cup cherries, remove seeds
1/4 cup raspberries, fresh or frozen
250g good quality dark chocolate
Method:
Place macadamia nuts, coconut, dates, cherries and raspberries in your food processor and blend until well combined.
In a slice or loaf tin 20 x 15cm line some baking paper and press the cherry mixture down with your fingers.
Refrigerate until firm ..read more
B INSPIRED HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
1y ago
Summer skincare tips
As much as we love the look of sun-kissed skin, it’s also important to protect your skin from harmful effects of the sun and heat. Humidity can lead to clogged pores and acne breakouts, air conditioning in summer can also dehydrate the skin.
Take into consideration the following summer skincare tips and you will be well on your way to enjoying all that summer has to offer
Cleanse to remove excess oils
Use a cleanser suited to your skin type that can deep cleanse and remove all the dirt and excess oils. Our purifying gel cleanser is enriched with Green Tea, Alfalfa and Lemo ..read more
B INSPIRED HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
1y ago
Oatmeal bath to soothe skin
What is an oatmeal bath? Oatmeal contains anti-inflammatory properties, which can help provide a soothing effect on irritated / dry skin, eczema and psoriasis.
When the skin is dry and itchy, it often indicates a high pH level. However, oatmeal can help relieve these symptoms by normalising the pH level of the skin.
A homemade oatmeal bath is easy to make and is a great addition to your skin care routine.
Ingredients:
1 cup of oatmeal ½ cup of Epsom salts 2 tbs baking soda 10 drops of lavender essential oil
Instructions ..read more
B INSPIRED HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
1y ago
A holistic guide to spring cleansing
A holistic guide to spring cleansing. Spring is a time of renewal and growth, it is also the perfect season to undergo a gentle natural detox and eliminate any toxins that can build up over the winter months to bloom in time for summer.
The body does a great job of detoxing on its own, but you can give it an extra boost by taking the load off the organs that detoxify the body such the liver, kidneys, bowel, lungs, lymph and skin by supporting and improving their function.
Cleanse the holistic way
Start by marking a week in your diary where you hav ..read more
B INSPIRED HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
1y ago
Stewed Pears
Stewed pears are an easy and healthy dessert loved by the whole family. The natural sugars in the pears means there is no need to add extra sugar so they are refined sugar free, vegan and naturally gluten free. Stewed pears, particularly the skins are rich in soluble fibre, a type of prebiotic. This fibre helps the beneficial bacteria in our guts to thrive which enable regular bowel movement and overall digestive health.
Enjoy them at breakfast with half a cup of raw nuts and seeds, with a dollop of coconut yoghurt. They are also great on top of cooked oats, or stirred into a chia ..read more
B INSPIRED HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
1y ago
Adaptogens, a unique class of herbs
Adaptogens, a unique class of herbs. What are adaptogens and why are they so important? Adaptogens help our bodies manage stress and maintain balance, or homeostasis to external stressors. They work by regulating a balance between the HPA axis (hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis) – the system that is in charge of regulating your body’s hormonal response to stress.
Adaptogens have been used in Chinese and Indian Ayurvedic medicine for centuries traditionally referred to as rejuvenators. The term adaptogen was first coined by Dr. Nikolai Lazarev in ..read more
B INSPIRED HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
2y ago
Dry body brushing
Dry body brushing
Dry body brushing has its roots in Ayurvedic medicine, it involves gently brushing the skin with a firm, bristled brush – (both your skin and the brush are completely dry). It is designed to stimulate the lymphatic system, exfoliate the skin, enhance blood circulation and is invigorating and energising.
Dry body brushing technique:
The best time to dry body brush is right before a shower, preferably in the morning. How often you brush can depend on personal preference — some people love to body brush daily, but others once or twice a week is all they need. I ..read more
B INSPIRED HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
2y ago
How to boost collagen production
How to boost collagen production. Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body, found in the bones, muscles, skin, and tendons. It is the substance that holds the body together. There are many types of collagen, but our body mainly consists of type 1, 2, and 3. As we age, we produce less collagen, hence the tendency toward wrinkles, thinning skin, joint pain and muscle weakness. So how does it decline?
Factors that delete your collagen levels: UV damage
Studies suggest UV rays damage collagen through various mechanisms, including DNA damage ..read more
B INSPIRED HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
2y ago
Face mapping skin analysis
Skin is the largest organ of the body and it provides a direct reflection of what is happening inside. When your digestion, hormones, blood sugar levels or other body systems are out of whack, this imbalance often shows up on your face in the form of breakouts, redness, dryness or irritation.
Face mapping stems from ancient Eastern medicine that treats your face as a road map to pinpoint underlying issues in certain areas of your body. The face is divided into zones (pictured below) any problems within the organs and the systems can show up on the face.
Face mappingF ..read more
B INSPIRED HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
2y ago
How fibre benefits your skin
How fibre benefits your skin. We all know fibre is key to gut health by keeping us regular, helping controlling blood sugar levels and lowering cholesterol. Did you know that fibre can benefit your skin as well?
What is fibre?
Dietary fibre is a type of carbohydrate that the body can’t digest, instead it passes through the body undigested.
Fibre comes in two varieties:
Soluble fibre – dissolves in water. It acts like food for your gut microbiota, which are friendly microorganisms that keep your gut healthy.
Insoluble fibre – absorbs water. It keeps things ..read more