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25.01.2022 Christmas presents a whole set of triggers for allergy sufferers, from Christmas Tree Syndrome caused by pollens, moulds and dust, to food allergies and scented candles. Head over to the Wellness Hub to read the new blog post and find out how you can have an allergy-safe Christmas https://www.melissalaity.com.au//are-you-allergic-to-chris #nutrition #nutritionist #allergy #nutritionalmedicine #naturalhealth #naturalhealthcare #healthyliving #seasonalallergies #hayfever #allergies #pollenseason #pollenallergy

24.01.2022 Rosemary is believed to have memory-enhancing properties. Perhaps this is why it is worn in commemoration on ANZAC Day. #lestweforget2021

24.01.2022 Do you know which foods are the most common causes of allergic reactions? With around 2% of adults and 4-8% of children under 5 affected by food allergies, Australia is often referred to as "the food allergy capital of the world". As a nation we are a very social bunch who to love to get together and share a meal on weekends and public holidays at a backyard bbq, picnic or over a fabulous spread multicultural foods. ... When you entertain at home, or bring food to someone else's home, it is important to check with your friends if they, or any of their family members, have food allergies and to let them know which foods may contain common allergens. #nutrition # nutritionist #allergies #foodallergies #allergykids

23.01.2022 Melbourne weather is warming up this week and bringing with it plenty of high pollen days, which means...hayfever!. Are you prepared? Here are my top 5 ways to reduce hay fever symptoms: 1.Avoid high histamine foods such as wine, citrus fruits and fermented foods.... 2. Include quercetin-rich foods (they are nature's antihistamine, remember?) such as capers, cherries and green tea 3. Plenty of Vitamin-C rich foods to help reduce the release of histamine from Mast Cells : berries, red capsicum, green leafy vegetables. 4. Protect your eyes and airways by covering up with glasses and a mask. 5. Nasal irrigation to flush irritants out of the nasal passage. Head over to my Blog Post - Prepare for Spring Allergies_ to find out more... www.melissalaity.com.au/resources #nutrition #nutritionist #melbourne #naturalhealth #seasonalallergy #hayfever #pollen #pollenallergy #naturalhayfeverrelief #foodasmedicine #seasoneleating

22.01.2022 A recent review of 48 studies and meta-analyses has shown that consuming caffeine during pregnancy can result in negative pregnancy outcomes, including miscarriage, stillbirth and low birth-weight. Previous advice suggested that a moderate consumption of caffeine (often considered to be one coffee per day) is safe during pregnancy, however this paper concludes that there is no safe limit. Based on the information in this review, it should be recommended that pregnant women avoid caffeine throughout their pregnancy. Remembering that caffeine is not only found in coffee but also in green and black teas, including chai!!

21.01.2022 Nothing brings us together like a good cup of tea. So you can imagine how excited I was to receive this beautiful package today! #melissalaitynutrition thanks the fabulous folk at Wellbeing Magazine and Pukka Herbs. I am looking forward to brewing up new infusions of experience and friendship as I share this thoughtful gift.

21.01.2022 Zinc is a top nutrient for immune support. As well as fighting viruses and bacteria, it can inhibit the release of histamine to reduce hay fever symptoms. Shellfish, especially oysters but also mussels, crab and prawns, are an excellent source of zinc. Shellfish are also delicious and easy to cook, making them perfect for a mid-week treat. These mussels were cooked by my husband, in the classic French style of Moules Mariniere (they were delicious). What is your favourite way to eat shellfish? #nutrition #nutritionist #foodasmedicine #seasonaleating #healthyfood #healthylifestyle #healthylife #freshfood #freshseafood #seafood #zinc #immunesupport #immunebooster #seasonalallergies #hayfever #histamine #nutritionwriter #healthwriter #healthblog

20.01.2022 Winter is on its way. As we prepare our winter wardrobes to have coats, scarves, hats, gloves, woolly socks and warm boots at the ready to get out and about on those chilly wet days, so too do we need to prepare our immune systems to be ready to fight the winter cold viruses. While there is no guaranteed way to prevent catching a virus, there are a few nutrition and lifestyle things you can do to support your immune system to lower the risk, and reduce the time and severity o...f an illness if you do catch a cold. Eat plenty of fresh food, Spend time outdoors, Avoid refined sugar and processed carbohydrates, Cook with culinary spices, Eat lots of mushrooms Make sure you get enough sleep Head over to the new blog post on my website to read my Top 10 Tips to Prepare Your Immune System For Winter. (https://www.melissalaity.com.au//top-10-tips-to-prepare-yo) #nutrition #nutritionist #naturalmedicine #foodasmedicine #seasonaleating #immunehealth #immunesupport

20.01.2022 Studies have shown that eating locally produced honey may desensitize hay fever sufferers to local pollens. When the bees collect nectar from the flowers in our neighbourhood, the pollens that end up in the honey are the same pollens that we are exposed to when we step out of our front door. Consuming small amounts of raw, locally made honey, over time, may help to reduce sensitivity to these pollens and lessen the symptoms of seasonal allergies. Find out more about managing your allergies naturally, book in for a free Discover call - www.melissalaity.com.au #nutrition #nutritionist #foodasmedicine #naturalmedicine #healthyliving #seasonaleating #seasonalallergy #spring #springallergies #hayfever #pollen #pollenallergy #itchyeyes #allergies #honey #nectarforthegods #rooftophoney #localhoney #healthwriter

20.01.2022 What are you having for breakfast? I accidentally made wholemeal spelt pancakes this morning (instead of buckwheat). It was one of those happy mistakes I will be making again. The 8 year old pancake connoisseur is loving them with coconut yogurt, blueberries and a splash of maple syrup. Yum! #nutritionist #nutrition #healthyfood #healthylifestyle #healthyeating #healthyliving #speltflour #wholemealspeltflour #pancakes #sundaybreakfast #sundaymornings #familybreakfast

19.01.2022 Sea water is packed with beneficial nutrients, mainly minerals including magnesium, calcium, potassium, chromium, selenium, zinc, and vanadium. The deeper into the sea you go, the more abundant these nutrients are. Studies using hair analysis have found that people with atopic eczema or dermatitis frequently have essential mineral imbalances which may cause immune function dysfunction and worsen eczema symptoms. ... Swimming in the sea can help to restore mineral balance as well as improve skin symptoms such as inflammation, redness, dryness and itching. In addition, sea water has antibacterial properties which may help to reduce the risk of infection with eczema. BUT During an eczema flare up, when the skin may be raw, cracked and weeping, a seemingly soothing dip in the ocean may in fact be irritating and cause burning pain rather than relief. In addition, bacteria on the surface of the water can cause infection. So it is probably best to avoid swimming in the sea until the skin has healed. It is also worth noting that chlorine in swimming pools can also be irritating to eczema skin. The truth is, both sea water and chlorine can be drying for eczema-prone skin. Swimming may be either soothing or irritating in either place, and this will vary from person to person. Ideally, swimming in fresh water in summer is the best option but this is not always possible. Tips for swimming with eczema: 1. Before heading out to the beach or pool, apply a generous amount of barrier cream to the affected areas. 2. Cover up as much as possible with a rash vest, hat and long shorts. 3. Rinse off with fresh water after swimming in the sea or pool (bring a bottle of water with you from home if there are no showers where you are going). 4. Apply moisturiser as soon as is convenient to avoid skin drying out. 5. Bring along an insulated bag with an ice pack in case of a flare up. If you or a member of your family is struggling with eczema, book in for a free 10 minute Discovery Call with me to find out how I can help. www.melissalaity.com.au #nutrition #nutritionist #melbournesummer #australiansummer #foodasmedicine #naturalhealthcare #naturalhealth #healthylife #eczema #atopicdermatitis #eczemarelief #itchyskin #vitaminsea #naturalskincare

17.01.2022 Histamine is a chemical messenger that is released in an allergic reaction. It stimulates the nerve endings and causes itching and sneezing in hay fever. High h...istamine foods increase the amount of histamine in the body. During allergy season it is best to avoid alcohol, fermented foods, chocolate, coffee, peanuts, processed meats, citrus fruits. For more ways to help reduce hay fever symptoms, read my blog post Emerge into Spring in the Wellness Hub (link in my bio). #nutrition #nutritionist #foodasmedicine #seasonaleating #seasonalallergy #hayfever #hayfeversucks #allergyseason #histaminefree #healthylifestyle #healthyfood #healthyliving #healthwriter #naturalmedicine #nutritionalmedicine #healthblog #healthblogger See more

17.01.2022 The next couple of days are forecast to be high pollen and high winds days with a high chance of thunderstorms. Thunderstorm Asthma warnings have been issued for parts of Victoria. What should you do? - avoid exposure... - have your asthma plan ready - know your asthma first aid Go to https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au//asthma-emergency-firs Stay safe out there!

16.01.2022 Did you know that around 70% of your immune cells live in your gut? Having a healthy bacterial population can lower sensitivity to allergens and reduce allergy symptoms. Prebiotic foods include: artichokes, asparagus, garlic, leeks, onion and dandelion greens. Find out more about reducing hay fever symptoms in my blog post Emerge into Spring on my website www.melissalaity.com.au/resources #nutrition #nutritionist #healthyeating #seasonaleating #foodasmedicine #seasonalallergies #hayfever #allergyseason #allergyrelief #hayfeversucks #naturalhealth #naturalhealthcare #nutritionalmedicine #nutritionfacts #guthealth #immunesupport #microbiome #probiotics #prebiotics #healthwriter #nutritionwriter #healthblog

16.01.2022 When the garden gives you lots of chillies....make chilli paste! Chillies are packed with health benefits! They are antioxidant, anti inflammatory, immune boosting, cardio protective , they can even relieve pain and help with weight loss. Chilli pastes are a great way to preserve chillies. I have simply whizzed them up in the food processor with some garlic and olive oil and then with herbs (good way to use these up too), garlic and olive oil. These pastes can be used as a flavour base for stir fry, marinades and salad dressings. They taste great and smell fantastic! #nutrition #nutritionist #foodasmedicine #healthylifestyle #healthyfood #seasonaleating #chillies #chilliesofinstagram #tastyfood

15.01.2022 Isn’t this so beautiful? A Rangoli made of fruits and vegetables to celebrate the Indian festival of Diwali. All the fruits and vegetables were then donated to Foodbank.

14.01.2022 We really don’t know unless we ask. Reach out, check in and connect with your people. R U OK?

14.01.2022 Vitamin C inhibits the release of histamine which causes the itching, sneezing and watery eyes that are typical symptoms of seasonal allergy or hay fever. Berries, red capsicum, green leafy vegetables, lemons, limes and mandarins are good sources of vitamin C that are in season in spring. If you are struggling with seasonal allergies, book in for a free 10 minute discovery call to find out how nutritional medicine can help you. https://www.melissalaity.com.au/services #nutrition #nutritionist ##naturalhealthcare #healthyeating ##healthylifestyle #healthyliving #foodasmedicine #seasonaleating #seasonalallergies #hayfever # #hayfeversucks #vitaminc #berries #histamine #allergyseason # #allergictoeverything #nutritionwriter #healthwriter #healthblogs

13.01.2022 And yesterday in The Guardian. In this article Gary Taubes explains how a Ketogenic diet helps to regulate the hormone insulin, which in turn leads the body to burn fat rather than accumulate it. Low Carbohydrate, High (healthy) Fat diets are gaining recognition as a potential treatment for diseases such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, Alzheimer’s and more. Meanwhile it seems that the popular low-fat, low-calorie weight loss diets of the past may have contributed to the problem, rather than the solution.

13.01.2022 Flushing the nasal passages with saline solution can reduce inflammation and wash away allergens and irritants that cause hay fever symptoms. A Neti-pot is used to pour the solution into the nostrils. Find out more about nasal irrigation in my blog post Emerge into Spring in the Wellness Hub (www.melissalaity.com.au/resources). #nutrition #nutritionist #healthylifestyle #healthylife #hayfever #hayfeversucks #sinusrelief #naturalallergyrelief #allergyrelief #allergyseason #nasalirrigation #netipot #naturalhealth #naturalhealthcare #healthwriter #healthblog #nutritionwriter

11.01.2022 Mushrooms are one of the most nutrient-packed, health-promoting foods on the planet. The first evidence of their medicinal use dates back 4,000 years. To this day, mushroom extracts are used in immune-boosting herbal preparations and nutritional supplements.... Mushrooms are an excellent source of vitamins C & D and B- group vitamins as well as minerals including potassium, magnesium, calcium and selenium. They are anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antibacterial and antioxidant. Eating a variety of mushroom species will support your immune system to help to protect you from cold and flu.

10.01.2022 Inflammation is a contributing factor in all health issues and has to be addressed before they can be resolved. Increasing anti-inflammatory foods and reducing inflammatory foods is the cornerstone of preventative health care. How many of these foods feature in your diet?

10.01.2022 I often get asked about dairy. Here Dr Mark Hyman sums it up nicely.

10.01.2022 Autoimmune Conditions can be very tricky to manage. Vicky Ellenport at Thenutritionfactorau is a Clinical Nutritionist and certified Autoimmune Protocol practitioner. I highly recommend her if you are struggling with an Autoimmune Disease.

10.01.2022 It has been a fabulous start to the year. So far in 2021 we have seen Melbourne and the rest of Australia gratefully burst back into life. At Melissa Laity Nutrition there has been that same, excited buzz of busy-ness, with lots of plans and fresh ideas underway. ... But now it is time to rest. I will be taking a short break from Thursday 1st April until Monday the 12th April. I will not be booking appointments during this time but will do my best to answer urgent questions via email. I look forward to returning refreshed and inspired. I hope that you can use your break to enjoy your good-life with good food, good company, fresh air and some time for self-care. See you soon, Melissa xxx #nutrition #nutritionist #healthylife #naturalhealth #healthiswealth #selfcare

10.01.2022 If your Christmas Tree has been in storage since last year it is very possible that it could have gathered quite a bit of dust, or even mould, that can be irritating to people with allergies. Keep your home allergy-safe this Christmas by wiping down your tree and decorations with a damp cloth to remove any dust that may have settled on them. Using a damp cloth helps to trap the dust and remove it rather than stirring up loose particles which become airborne and settle on other surfaces. Read more about how to have an allergy-safe Christmas in the blog post "Are Your Allergic to Christmas?" https://www.melissalaity.com.au//are-you-allergic-to-chris

09.01.2022 Quercetin is an antioxidant-rich flavonoid that is found in apples, berries, grapes, Brassica vegetables, capers, onions, black and green tea, and many seeds, nuts and flowers. Like vitamin C it helps to reduce the release of histamine which causes hayfever symptoms like sneezing, itching and watery eyes. #nutrition #nutritionist #healthylifestyle #Healthyliving #foodasmedicine #seasonaleating #seasonalallergies #spring #hayfever #allergy #allergyseason ##quercetin

08.01.2022 Harvest festivals celebrate food that has been grown on the land. They are an opportunity for communities to come together in gratitude, to share their bounty and to give thanks for what they have. Today we harvested chillies, carrots and rainbow silverbeet from our garden. I am thankful for our little garden, for my little family and for space to grow. What have you grown? What are you thankful for? #nutrition #nutritionist #healthylifestyle #healthyliving #healthyfood #healthyeating #eattherainbow #growyourownfood #harvest #harvesttime #harvestseason #winterharvest #seasonaleating #spring #foodasmedicine #silverbeet #rainbowchard #chilli #chillies #rosemary #herbsforhealth #gardening #gratitude #healthwriter

06.01.2022 Key to a balanced diet!

06.01.2022 Energy dense and nutrient poor. These are discretionary foods, also known as junk food. These foods include alcohol, takeaway foods, processed meats, cakes, chips, soft drinks etc It is recommended that Australians consume no more than 0-3 of these discretionary foods per day. ... Most people try not to think about how many of these foods they consume or how they add up. This study by the CSIRO reveals the junk food habits of Australian adults and the results are quite shocking. https://www.theguardian.com//good-shock-value-csiro-holds-

05.01.2022 For many of us face masks have become a regular part of our wardrobe. There is an added advantage for hay fever sufferers as face masks can filter out many environmental allergens, reducing the itching and sneezing associated with seasonal allergies. It should be noted, however that masks do not protect against ALL pollens and that smaller particles may still get through. Diet, lifestyle and nutritional support can be very effective in reducing allergic reactivity. Book in for a free, 10 minute Discovery Call to ask me how... (www.melissalaity.com.au)

05.01.2022 If seasonal allergies are getting you down, why not book in for a free 10 minute Discovery Call to find out how I can help? www.melissalaity.com.au #nutrition #nutritionist ##naturalhealthcare #healthyeating ##healthylifestyle #healthyliving #foodasmedicine #seasonaleating #seasonalallergies #hayfever # #hayfeversucks #vitaminc #berries #histamine #allergyseason # #allergictoeverything #nutritionwriter #healthwriter

05.01.2022 Well done Channel 7 news, here is something worth talking about! A low-carbohydrate diet is one which limits sugars from carbohydrate foods such as pasta, bread, rice, white potato etc as well as all the obvious sugary foods like sweets, biscuits, cake and chocolate. On a low carb diet you increase the amount of protein, healthy fat and vegetables you eat each day. There are many health benefits of low-carb diets including weight loss, improved cholesterol levels and, as discussed in this article, improved blood sugar regulation.

04.01.2022 Around 1 in 5 Melbournians suffer from hay fever symptoms as a result of exposure to pollens. Anti-histamine tablets and sprays are one way of reducing allergy symptoms, but what if there was a natural way to alleviate allergy symptoms? If you would like to know more, book in for a free, 10 minute Discovery Call with me and find out how Nutritional Medicine might be able to help you. (https://www.melissalaity.com.au/bookings-che/discovery-call) #nutritionist #nutrition #nutritionalmedicine #naturalhealth #naturalhealthcare #healthyliving #seasonalallergies #hayfever #springtime #allergies #pollenseason

03.01.2022 Quercetin is a natural flavonoid, or plant pigment, found in cherries, red onion, berries, grapes, apples, herbs ,spices, legumes, capers and tea. Like Vitamin C, it restricts the release of histamine from cells and reduces hay fever and allergy symptoms. #nutrition #nutritionist #healthyfood #healthylifestyle #healthyeating #seasonaleating #foodasmedicine #allergyseason #hayfever #allergictoeverything #allergies #allergiessuck #hayfeversucks #antihistaminefoods #histamine #quercetin #redfoods #healthwriter #healthblog

02.01.2022 Vitamin C stabilises Mast Cells and inhibits the release of histamine, which causes classic hay fever symptoms; sneezing, itching, stuffy nose, watery and itchy eyes. Low histamine, Vitamin C -rich foods include: red capsicum, berries, brussel sprouts, green leafy vegetables, tomato, kohlrabi, broccoli, cauliflower. Read more about reducing hay fever symptoms in the Wellness Hub (www.melissalaity.com.au/resources). #nutrition #nutritionist #naturalhealth #naturalhealthcare #healthyeating #healthylifestyle #healthyliving #foodasmedicine #seasonaleating #seasonalallergies #hayfever #hayfeversucks #vitaminc #histamine #allergyseason #allergictoeverything #nutritionwriter #healthwriter #healthblog

01.01.2022 Inflammation of the nasal passages occurs as a result of an immune response to an environmental allergen. It causes the sneezing and uncomfortable stuffiness your experience with hay fever. Anti-inflammatory foods include: turmeric, berries and omega-3 rich foods. Read more in my blog post Emerge into Spring www.melissalaity.com.au/resources #nutrition #nutritionist #healthyeating #seasonaleating #foodasmedicine #seasonalallergies #hayfever #allergyseason #allergyrelief #hayfeversucks #naturalhealth #naturalhealthcare #nutritionalmedicine #nutritionfacts #guthealth #immunesupport #antiinflammatory #turmeric #turmericbenefits #omega3 #salmon #oilyfish #hempseeds #berries #healthwriter #nutritionwriter #healthblogger