2019-02-14 19:55
Since my husband and I conceived our first baby back in August, so many of you have been asking how we did it and if there was anything I did differently around that time. I’ve been an… Read More
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2019-02-13 17:08
It’s been six weeks since the last update, and I honestly can’t believe how quickly time is passing in the second trimester. It seems that just a few weeks ago I felt terribly na… Read More
2019-01-13 16:39
I’m just over 21 weeks pregnant and have absolutely no idea whether I’m expecting a girl or a boy, so I thought I’d try these 21 gender prediction tests. Despite being very… Read More
2019-01-07 11:41
I have experienced both estrogen dominance and low estrogen levels during my healing journey, and while I covered high estrogen dominance in the Hormonal Balance Series, I completely overloo… Read More
2018-12-28 17:28
I’m almost half way through my pregnancy, whoohoo! And now it’s truly a breeze. While at the beginning it felt like time stood still, now it’s flying and I can’t beli… Read More
2018-12-28 13:24
Making a budget with the EveryDollar app every month and sticking to it has literally transformed our life and secured our financial feature. It’s also brought us peace knowing that ou… Read More
2018-12-28 13:07
There are so many oils that are safe for cooking, but unfortunately there is so much misinformation as well. So many of us still believe that extra virgin olive isn’t suitable for high… Read More
2018-12-28 12:52
My first trimester wasn’t easy, it was actually harder than I thought it would be. So in today’s video I talk about the first 14 weeks of my first pregnancy: the symptoms, includ… Read More
2018-11-26 20:19
I’ve been away from the social media world for nearly two months, and if you’ve been wondering if I’m OK, yes, I’m more than OK. I actually have something very exciti… Read More
2018-09-24 16:53
When I went to my first acupuncture session, the acupuncturist mentioned that one of my main issues was poor breathing techniques. I’m a notoriously shallow breather and have been told… Read More
2018-09-20 17:05
Last Sunday, my husband and I woke up bright and early because we wanted to go hiking. As the summer heat is still intense here and the African sun is brutal all year long, we can only do th… Read More
2018-09-17 19:05
If somebody told me that I would soon be taking cold showers, I wouldn’t have believed them in a million years. But when a few months ago, my husband and I went to a spa, it dawned on… Read More
2018-09-14 12:58
Three days ago, I went for my first acupuncture treatment and today I’d like to share with you how it went, what I felt, what I got done while I was there, and the improvements I felt… Read More
2018-09-10 18:38
Dealing with a dual nature isn’t easy, especially when they are two very different (almost opposite) constitutions: Vata and Pitta. A few years ago, when I was still in the grips of di… Read More
2018-08-23 18:10
My parents never tried budgeting, and schools don’t teach personal money management either, so unfortunately, like most of us, I started my adult life with zero money management skills… Read More
2018-08-15 17:18
First, there was fat and cholesterol. Then gluten. Now the lectin-free diet! Seems that the media keeps trying to make people fear food when in reality all food is good food as long as it&rs&hell…Read More
2018-03-28 22:53
I’ve been in love with fennel seeds for a while. I make tea out of them every single day, and the next natural progression was putting them in my sourdough bread. I also used spelt flo… Read More
2017-12-11 12:48
This video is about the 10 ways how you can overcome estrogen dominance naturally, without resorting to birth control pills or any other terrible options that conventional medicine still pus… Read More
2017-09-10 17:41
It’s been a couple of months since my last What I Eat in a Day video, so it’s time for a new one! This was a very busy day, so we wanted something quick and delicious. Plus, thin… Read More
2017-09-10 17:37
A new video series is starting on my channel! Estrogen Dominance is extremely common, so the new Hormonal Balance Series will start with it. In this video, I talk about what Estrogen Dominan… Read More
2017-09-10 17:31
is video is about my favourite face oils and serums that won’t break the bank in your quest for radiant skin. None of them are over $18 dollars and each of these products will last for… Read More
2017-09-01 19:36
Estrogen dominance, hypothyroidism, histamine intolerance, and high cortisol are all closely connected, and in fact they all stem from the same root cause. Fix it and the rest will fall into… Read More
2017-09-01 19:17
This video is about the signs of exercising too much, which unfortunately is becoming exceedingly popular in today’s world. Of course, a lot of it is thanks to social media where &ldqu&hell…Read More
2017-08-30 16:56
Adaptogenic herbs can be extremely helpful for enhancing stress resistance, strengthening adrenal glands, and reducing anxiety. They bring the body back to balance and essentially work as th… Read More
2017-08-16 14:56
Time for another Hashimoto’s Healing Update! It’s been 6 months since the last one I did. In this blog post, I’m going to talk about my current supplement routine, what hel… Read More
2017-08-15 07:37
Building routines is the fastest way to more mindfulness and life satisfaction, especially if you’re a Vata. By nature, I hate routines and normally do everything I can to jeopardise a… Read More
2017-08-07 13:00
The most serious Adrenal Fatigue symptoms start manifesting when cortisol falls too low, so in today’s blog I’m sharing 10 ways to raise low cortisol naturally with supplements a… Read More
2017-08-04 15:39
This is how I refresh my curls on the 2nd and 3rd day after washing with minimal steps and products. This curl routine literally takes me one minute and leaves my curls about 90% as perfect… Read More
2017-08-03 19:15
Testing saliva cortisol levels can be expensive and even unavailable in some countries, so in today’s video I’m sharing four ways to test for Adrenal Fatigue at home. For free! I… Read More
2017-08-03 18:44
There have been quite a few changes in my curly hair routine since the last one I showed you. I’ve changed a few products and also the way I do things. The result is frizz free and bea… Read More
2017-08-01 20:51
Knowing the root causes of Adrenal Fatigue is probably the most important part of your adrenal healing journey because if you know what caused it, you’ll also know how to counteract it… Read More
2017-07-27 18:09
Haven’t filmed one of these What I Ate Today videos for a while, so here’s a new one! I’m eating my porridge in a different way these days and I love it. Also, I improvised… Read More
2017-07-14 18:15
Adrenal Fatigue is truly a 21st century stress syndrome, and it doesn’t matter if the term is accepted by traditional medicine or not. The fact is that a lot of people, especially wome… Read More
2017-07-14 17:04
I’ve made so many curly hair mistakes in my life before I fell in love with my curls and got rid of frizz. We all do. But the thing is that curly hair can be so effortlessly beautiful… Read More
2017-07-13 13:29
It’s taken me a year to locate some napa cabbage. Crazy, right? But I’ve finally managed and I’ve filmed that highly requested kimchi recipe for you. If you have no idea wh… Read More
2017-06-30 18:04
Dopamine is a motivation neutrotransmitter, but it does so much more than just keep us motivated. Ability to feel pleasure, feel emotions, and connect with other people, the way you react to… Read More
Cyclical Depression, Low Self-Confidence, And Fatigue Due To Estrogen Dominance – Sounds Familiar?
2017-06-30 17:53
Do you ever notice that those good days and bad days always seem to happen at the same time of your cycle? In many cases, it’s due to estrogen dominance. It took me a while to notice t… Read More
2017-06-30 17:14
I love eating eggs in all forms and shapes, but frittata and soft boiled eggs are my two favourite ways to eat them for breakfast. I don’t like spending too much time cooking in the mo… Read More
2017-06-23 15:27
Time to share with you all of my May favorites! And I’ve got quite a few things to share, so let’s get started. It took me a while to type them all up after filming the video, so… Read More
2017-06-05 18:58
Learning how to make sourdough bread doesn’t have to be stressful, frustrating, time-consuming or overwhelming. Instead, I think it’s a great way to relax and enjoy the process w… Read More
2017-06-02 18:55
Is taking Natural Dessicated Thyroid (NDT) equal to giving up? Somebody asked me this question the other day and it really got me thinking. I realised that I myself had thoughts like this fo… Read More
2017-05-26 19:08
I don’t have a proper garden with soil but I do have a little terrace and some pots and containers, so it’s time for me to start a little patio garden again. This time I’m… Read More
2017-05-26 17:13
At the beginning of January this year, I started experimenting with a raw thyroid supplement from iHerb and literally raved about it on my Instagram account after a few days. The first day I… Read More
2017-05-12 17:37
The better I feel, the more I love cooking, and the more experiments I make in the kitchen. Honestly, my husband thinks he’s died and gone to heaven because out of a sudden I’m f… Read More
2017-05-12 17:04
While editing the video about my April favorites, I realised that all of the things I mentioned were changing my life, hahaha! But they truly are! Thank you for allowing me to share my excit… Read More
2017-04-20 21:19
I grew up eating everything. Yes, way too much sugar, but otherwise my diet was pretty complete and decent. Then I went vegetarian, then vegan for a short stint, then Paleo – with each… Read More
2017-03-12 19:50
Long time no see! It’s time to finally update the blog. Today I’d like to share another food diary, my daily workout routine, and little snippets of my life and beautiful pets. H… Read More
2017-01-24 10:55
I was about to apply some makeup before picking up my beloved family from the airport and I thought I’d tell you about all of the reasons why I think January is going to be one of the… Read More
2017-01-16 17:51
Finally, I have another food and daily workout diary for you. This was Day 3 of working out after a long break (almost one month!) and I’ve been smashing all my workouts since I restar… Read More
2017-01-13 16:33
I took high doses of zinc supplements for a year but my zinc levels didn’t budge. I had no idea what else i could do! And then I stumbled upon research connecting zinc and copper, whic… Read More
2017-01-11 17:15
Liver and other organ meats have always been an integral part of traditional cultures because of their incredible nutrient density and health benefits. Sadly, nowadays nearly everyone… Read More
2017-01-11 15:14
2016 was the year of experimentation, personal growth, and lots of amazing discoveries. It was both challenging and exhilarating: exactly how a year should be. People say 2016 was an awful y… Read More
2017-01-11 14:38
After taking some time off for recharging my batteries, lots of contemplation and lots of quality time with my husband and furry friends around Christmas and New Year, I’m ready… Read More
2016-12-17 23:08
I adore gingerbread around Christmas and I always look for new ways to use the super nutritious blackstrap molasses, so this recipe is literally perfect. I make it half wholegrain and use co… Read More
2016-12-16 19:13
For me, Christmas has been synonymous with Kuciukai for as long as I can remember, so when I started experimenting with sourdough baking, I knew I wanted to come up with a sourdough version… Read More
2016-12-16 18:55
I’ve just recovered from a cold, so I thought, “What a perfect timing for a cold and flu related video!” There are certain things that I always do when I feel a cold trying… Read More
2016-12-14 19:54
I live a very simple hermit-like lifestyle on a tiny subtropical island today, but it wasn’t always like this. In my previous life, I was a glamorous Harrods fashion manager. Even thou… Read More
2016-12-14 19:47
I’ve recently got a few super interesting items from iHerb, Amazon, and Asos: from jewelry and feminine hygiene to super cool Ayurvedic products, I couldn’t be any more excited a… Read More
2016-12-14 19:39
I used to base my healing on aggressive supplementation, but lately I’ve shifted my focus to improving absorption and getting as many nutrients as possible from real foods or supplemen… Read More
2016-11-27 18:04
Here’s what I ate on quite a typical day. I also did a workout for abs and some yoga stretches. Yes, I’m always so excited about food. 🙂 Food is LIFE and I’m very g… Read More
2016-11-27 17:57
Don’t get me wrong, amazing doctors exist out there but neither me nor my family have ever met them. If you have a good doctor, hold them tight and never let them go! This is a video w… Read More
2016-11-27 17:52
So many of you wanted to see my weekly cleaning routine, so here it is! I personally really love watching cleaning routines and I often re-watch the same one over and over again whenever I n… Read More
2016-11-20 21:44
We have the world’s best neighbours and when they shared this octopus salad with us a couple of times, I was literally dying to know the recipe. Since then, I’ve been making this… Read More
2016-11-20 21:11
The Miracle Morning keeps changing my life. I still see so many things to improve, but I understand that progress doesn’t happen overnight. As long as I keep moving in the right direct… Read More
2016-11-20 21:06
This is my very honest review of the 100% Pure Tinted Moisturiser. My mum has been raving about it for more than a year, so I was very intrigued. But will it be as good as my holy grail 100%… Read More
2016-11-20 21:01
I tried taking the Vitex herb and it was a bit of a disaster. I felt exactly the same way as when I started taking the birth control pills many years ago. it’s all due to too much prog… Read More
2016-11-20 20:53
The fitness industry would like you to believe that it’s impossible to lose fat, build muscle, and look beautiful without their “magical” protein powders. In this video, I… Read More
2016-11-12 17:56
Even though I wasn’t even aware of the term “Law of Attraction” at the beginning of my life, I always instinctively felt that it existed and I used it to achieve what I wan… Read More
2016-11-12 17:49
This DIY pumpkin face mask is so easy and quick to make that I find myself gravitating towards it during autumn months all the time. It leaves my skin brighter, smoother, and more glowy. If… Read More
2016-11-12 17:45
Just a couple of years ago I was afraid to lose my teeth, I couldn’t chew anything, and my gums were receding at an alarming rate. Luckily, I managed to turn things around and now my t… Read More
2016-11-12 17:32
Time for October favorites! This time, I’ve been loving a few natura lbeauty/haircare products, a wonderful book, a movie, and a website where you can learn languages. Hope you enjoy t… Read More
2016-11-06 16:07
I’m determined not to stage What I Ate Today videos because what’s the point in watching only videos with perfectly beautiful, sophisticated meals? Who has time for that on a dai… Read More
2016-11-06 16:00
I found a way to order some testers from 100% Pure, including the BB Cream that I’d been wanting to try for ages. This is my honest opinion about it, including both pros and cons, as w… Read More
2016-11-06 15:50
Premenstrual Syndrome is so common these days that it’s almost considered normal, but it’s not fun at all when you’re forced to turn into an angry weepy witch every single… Read More
2016-11-06 15:36
No matter how much the society tries to put a label on me or tell me that I’m contradicting myself by wanting to be and do so many seemingly completely opposite things, I refuse to bec… Read More
2016-10-30 17:36
These super quick and easy sourdough cookies are a great way to use up leftover sourdough starter. I don’t like throwing anything away, so I either make sourdough pancakes or these sou… Read More
2016-10-29 18:17
You asked me very interesting questions and I enjoyed answering them A LOT! You asked me whether it’s ever too late to start over again (my hubby and I started over quite late as well… Read More
2016-10-29 18:07
This is Part 3 of How To Get Rid of Acne series and in this one I talk about lifestyle and mindset tips that will help you clear your skin. If we look at it from the Ayurvedic perspective, a… Read More
2016-10-29 17:56
Constant snacking has nearly become a part of culture in the West (apparently in lots of Eastern cultures, too). It terrifies me seeing mums and dads continuously stuffing their kids with sn… Read More
2016-10-29 17:46
Time for an update on my thyroid healing journey! I haven’t updated you since early July when I got a ton of blood tests done and had lots of new information to play with. Since then… Read More
2016-10-23 17:51
On this day, I ate my trademark oatmeal for breakfast, cooked a delicious and very nutritious pasta with tons of vegetables for lunch, and then indulged in a soothing and nourishing soup wit… Read More
2016-10-21 16:24
Sometimes I think it’s kind of ironic how the more people earn, the less money they actually have because appetites grow while eating, right? When you get a better job, you’re te… Read More
2016-10-21 16:15
Acne comes from within and all diseases (including acne) start from digestion issues. Strengthen your digestion and everything else will fall into place. In this video, I share some of my be… Read More
2016-10-19 09:31
When one of you asked me if condoms contained dangerous chemicals, I didn’t think much of it. But I was surprised by what I found out researching. So surprised in fact that I decided t… Read More
2016-10-18 17:10
Nearly a month ago I boldly claimed that The Miracle Morning changed my life after just 7 days. Today is Day 31 of The Miracle Morning challenge and I’m still going to say the same. It… Read More
2016-10-16 18:00
If you love pancakes but worry about lack of nutrients and blood sugar fluctuations, you need to try this fluffy sourdough pancake recipe. Sourdough fermentation means that gluten is broken… Read More
2016-10-15 15:24
After I posted the video about the DIY Zinc Test, some of you asked which zinc supplements I was using to correct my zinc deficiency and which ones I would recommend in general. That’s… Read More
2016-10-15 15:08
Time to start another series! This one is all about getting rid of acne and achieving clear skin without using any chemicals. In this blogpost, I share 10 simple tips that will transform you… Read More
2016-10-14 20:42
So many women would like to quit birth control pills but are afraid of the side effects of stopping hormonal contraception: anything from heavy periods and menstrual cramps to acne outbreaks… Read More
2016-10-11 10:37
In the last three weeks, I’ve completely overhauled my YouTube channel and I really wanted to give you an update on what you can expect on each day during the week. My current schedule… Read More
2016-10-09 16:27
This is my take on What I Ate Today videos with simple, local food. From simple breakfast porridges to lovely homemade soups with sourdough bread and butter, I try to eat as affordably, loca… Read More
2016-10-08 09:31
So many of you have seen great results and got very motivated by my video about eye exercises a couple of years ago. Naturally, lots of you have been asking for an update on our vision, but… Read More
2016-10-06 18:00
Time for September favourites! I’ve recently been loving a few products/things, so I thought it was time to share them with you. I think you’ll love them! I showed you a few of t… Read More
2016-10-05 11:16
This is Part 3 of the Birth Control Series and in today’s video I’m sharing with you the natural birth control method that convinced me to get off the birth control pill 4 years… Read More
2016-10-04 12:35
This is something that I’ve wanted to address for ages. Eating snacks and side dishes instead of proper complete meals is a worrying trend on YouTube, which of course translates to rea… Read More
2016-10-01 16:47
The long-awaited secret sourdough bread recipe is here! This bread is consistently good every single time and it tastes so much better than any sourdough bread you could buy from a bakery. I… Read More
2016-10-01 16:47
You can always buy a super old sourdough starter on eBay, but if you have a little bit of patience, there’s nothing more satisfying than growing your own sourdough starter from scratch… Read More
2016-10-01 12:12
Hi guys! You had some questions for me, so I thought I’d answer. The majority of them are about life: quitting a steady job, exchanging security for uncertainty, taking risks, living o… Read More
2016-09-30 09:08
Hi guys! Today I’m showing you the contents of my everyday makeup bag. Well, theoretically it’s not an everyday one because I don’t wear makeup every day, but when I do, th… Read More
2016-09-27 19:34
Today, in Part 2 of the Birth Control Series, I’m talking about my experience taking birth control pills and how love turned to hate. At first, I thought they were the best thing that… Read More
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