THIS CAN HELP WITH YOUR EARACHE

THIS CAN HELP WITH YOUR EARACHE

Ear infections are nasty. They can leave a person completely out of commission for days and for children, who are particularly prone to them, an ear infection can last for weeks.

The medical term for an ear infection is otitis and there are three different areas in which infection can thrive:

External Otitis

This is general referred to as swimmer’s ear and affects the outer ear and canal. With this type of pain, the ear is increasingly sensitive to touch and may appear red or inflamed. The cause is generally a bacterial build up or fungal infection on the skin in the ear tube.

Otitis Media or Middle Ear Infection

This type of pain comes as a result of ear drum perforation or the buildup of fluid behind the eardrum. This is most common in children but can happen to all ages. The pain is more of a deeper throbbing sensation and can often cause fever and headaches.

Otitis Internal

This inner ear infection can cause loss of hearing and balance problems as the inner ear includes sensory organs for balance. When the inner ear is inflamed it can lead to vertigo and severe fever and headaches.

So what can be done to alleviate the pain and help heal the ear when struggling with an infection?

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MAMMOGRAMS - ARE THEY SAFE?

MAMMOGRAMS - ARE THEY SAFE?

I have been wondering for a long time about mammograms and how safe they are.  I am not yet at the age to experience having one yet.  The thought of having my breast squeezed in a machine makes me cringe.  I don't think us women should be put through it.  There is an easier way to test for breast cancer.  Why should we be subjected to the radiation from a machine.  

Here is an interesting article I was reading today to get more information about mammograms and if you think you should have one or not?


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HEALING QUOTE

HEALING QUOTE

We have all had some rough times in our lives whether it is a relationship break up or something in your life didn't work out or you lost your job or even your home or business venture.  All these things happen for a reason but at the time its hard to understand that.  We can move forward and acknowledge that it happened and you can accept it and move on from it in time and not let it control your life anymore.

Have a great day.

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR SHOTS FOR A HEALTHY DIGESTION

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR SHOTS FOR A HEALTHY DIGESTION

Apple cider vinegar is amazing for digestion and detoxing your system. It can reduce the feeling of bloating and indigestion, and even help to manage your blood sugar levels. It isn’t just your internal health that can benefit from apple cider vinegar’s amazing restorative properties. The vinegar helps to promote growth of your skin, hair and nails, and keeps them strong.

Apple cider vinegar can be added to all kinds of recipes, but sometimes there just isn’t time to work in your daily dose of it. Instead of trying to fit vinegar into your diet, try taking a shot of it instead!

Apple cider vinegar shots are the latest innovation to come out of this trend. While you can always keep it simple and go for a straight up spoonful of the vinegar, that taste might be a little strong for some people to take. Apple cider vinegar shots don’t have to be a chore. Get creative with ingredients and try something new, to get the health benefits you need, with the flavors you need! If you play it right, you can even include some other superfoods for added health benefits. We’ve found some amazing recipe suggestions to get you started here. which one is your favourite.

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GINGER POWER DETOX JUICE

GINGER POWER DETOX JUICE

By http://www.trinityskitchen.com/

This is a great detox juice with my favourite ingredient the beetroot.  

Beetroot has many health benefits, it is high in glutathione, polyphenols and betalains, all of which have excellent antioxidant properties. Antioxidants play a key role in prevention of most chronic diseases, due to their ability to fight the free radicals in our bodies. Beetroot is also known to be an excellent liver detoxification aid and to have anti-cancer properties.

Celery is full of antioxidant compounds like flavonols, flavones, phenolic acids and furanocoumarins, which have been shown to decrease the risk of oxidative damage to  fats and lessen oxidative damage to blood vessel walls – preventing free radical damage.  Its a natural diuretic and has anti-inflammatory benefits too.

Carrots are especially high in antioxidants and vitamin A which is good for healthy vision, skin and immune support.

Apples not only give the juice a wonderful gentle balance of sweetness, they are loaded with antioxidants too. They are supportive of health and wellness on multiple-levels.  Try to get organic or wash them really well.

Here is the recipe.

Juice all the ingredients and drink immediately to get the best of the nutrients from this juice.

7 SCIENCE BASED HEALTH BENEFITS OF DRINKING ENOUGH WATER

7 SCIENCE BASED HEALTH BENEFITS OF DRINKING ENOUGH WATER

Our body is made up of 60% water so we need to make sure that we are getting enough of it during the day.  Ok I know some people don't like to drink just plain water but you can add some fruit or lemon or lime juice to make it taste great.  Also you can drink herbal teas or fruit teas as these count as well.  The common rule is to drink about 8 glasses of water a day.

Although there is little science behind this specific rule, staying hydrated is important.

Here are 7 evidence-based health benefits of drinking plenty of water.

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HOW TO STOP WORRYING AND USE YOUR OWN FEAR TO YOUR ADVANTAGE

HOW TO STOP WORRYING AND USE YOUR OWN FEAR TO YOUR ADVANTAGE

1. Realize that most of your fears are irrational

Our minds sometimes ramble and project. We have a huge capacity for speculation, imagination, and wonder. This can be an asset as creativity is the wellspring of innovation. It can also get in the way when the things we imagine provoke fear. We can imagine the worst scenarios. The “what if” element can befuddle us into non-action.

Some minds tend to linger in the murkier side of “what if” more than others. At a certain point you simply have to realize that the things you’re obsessing over are pretty far-fetched, and let it go. Instead of succumbing to this dread in your mind, simply analyzing the things you’ve been afraid of in the past, which never materialized, can help you overcome your current fears. Once fear is recognized as unreal, the impediment is removed and you’re propelled forward.

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WHATS HOLDING YOU TOGETHER?

WHATS HOLDING YOU TOGETHER

We all have times in our lives where we feel like everything is going wrong and its tearing you apart.  

Instead of getting anxious or depressed, try and focus on a few things like:-

What things do you have that make you grateful such as your health, somewhere nice to live.

The thing that is happening to you will make you stronger as a person and it is not always going to be like this.

Focus on the now and live for that day and not to think of what the future will hold.

Try to get out in nature or do yoga, or meditation.  Take time for yourself and find your own space to just be one with yourself.

What makes you a happy person, try and distract yourself from the bad thoughts and do something that makes you happy.

BLUEBERRY AND CHOCOLATE CAKE TRIFLE

BLUEBERRY AND CHOCOLATE CAKE TRIFLE

Chocolate Cake

40g/1/3 cup coconut flour

30g/1/4 cup almond flour

34g/1/4 cup cacao powder

1 tsp. baking soda

1/2 tsp. salt

2 tbsp honey

3 eggs

70g/1/3 cup coconut oil  or melted butter

160ml/2/3 cup almond milk

1 Tbsp. lemon juice

1/2 tsp. Vanilla

Cake Directions:

Preheat oven to 190 degrees C. Line an 8″ round cake pan* with parchment paper.  Combine coconut flour, almond flour, cacao powder, baking soda, salt and baking powder in a bowl and whisk to combine.  Add honey, eggs, coconut oil or melted butter, almond milk, lemon juice and vanilla to the dry ingredients and mix well.  Pour cake batter into parchment paper-lined cake pan. Bake for 17-22 minutes. It is ready when you insert a toothpick and it comes out clean. Leave to cool.

For the Cream

1 can full-fat coconut milk, left in the fridge for at least 24 hours

1 tablespoon honey

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

2 cups fresh Blueberries or blackberries or strawberries

Open the can of coconut milk and take out the cream at the top.  Empty into a bowl and whisk up the coconut milk with the honey and vanilla extract.

Chop up the chocolate cake into chunks.  Start by putting a layer of cake in the bottom of a glass dish, next add some blueberries and then some cream.  Continue to layer up until you reach the top.  You could add some grated dark chocolate for the top.

CHOCOLATE ORANGE FUDGE WITH APRICOTS

CHOCOLATE ORANGE FUDGE WITH APRICOTS

By rickiheller.com

Ingredients

255 g dark chocolate

120 ml natural cashew and macadamia nut butter or cashew and almond butter (60ml of each)

80 -120 ml raw honey

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

grated zest of one orange

100g finely chopped dried apricots

Lightly grease a 9 x9 inch (20 cm.) square pan, or line with parchment paper.  In a glass or metal bowl set over a pot of simmering water, melt the chocolate.  Mix in the nut butter until smooth; remove from heat.  Add the honey, vanilla and orange zest, and stir until combined.  The mixture should thicken up a bit as you stir.  Spread in prepared pan and smooth the top.  Chill until set (2-3 hours), then cut into squares.  Wrap in plastic before packaging as gifts.  Makes 12-25 squares, depending on how small you cut them.

SWEET POTATO AND KALE BALLS

SWEET POTATO AND KALE BALLS

If you love sweet potato and kale then you will love these.  A vegetarian alternative to meatballs. Click below for the full recipe.

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WHY DO YOU HAVE DIGESTION PROBLEMS?

WHY DO YOU HAVE DIGESTION PROBLEMS?

Our digestion is very important.  We can eat the healthiest diet there is but if we are not digesting our food, then we need to sort it out.  

How do you know that you have digestion problems?  If you have any discomfort at all when you have eaten, such as heartburn, indigestion, stomach pain, bloating, excess gas, constipation or diarrhea then there is a problem.

You could have some food sensitivities, you have low stomach acid, the motor in your gut that keeps food moving through your digestive tract may not work very efficiently, you can develop small intestine bacteria overgrowth, candida, gut permeability, not enough good bacteria to balance out the bad bacteria in the small intestine.  

It doesn't stop there.  With regard to food sensitivities, there are also things to consider like FODMAPS, oxolates, phytic acid, histamines.  You may have problems with some foods high in these.  

The most common offenders here is gluten and wheat, sugar and dairy.  You can start by eliminating all these foods for 2 weeks and if you feel better then you know you have a problem eating them.

Everyone is different and so you will need to customise a diet especially for you that works where you can digest your food and absorb the nutrients from your food.

For more information, here is my video.

If anyone would like help with digestion issues or problems with fat loss and health, please don't hesitate to contact me.

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EAT A RAINBOW OF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES

EAT A RAINBOW OF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES

It is very beneficial to eat lots of different coloured fruits and vegetables for good health.  Here are some fruits and vegetables to eat and how they can benefit your health.

VEGAN RECIPE FOR LIME MOUSSE

LIME VEGAN MOUSSE

By foodandnutrition.org

This raw, vegan mousse is like a deconstructed Key lime pie. It’s made with fresh lime juice, avocados and banana and placed atop a raw crust of coconut, walnuts and dates.

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EASY TO MAKE HOMEMADE KETCHUP

EASY TO MAKE HOMEMADE KETCHUP

by healthy-holistic-living.com

Shop bought ketchup  has  a large amount of sugar.  Even organic brands often contain some questionable ingredients, so making your own homemade ketchup is the best option.

How to Make Homemade Ketchup

• 200g/1 cup organic tomato paste

• 1 tbsp raw organic honey

• 1 tbsp raw unfiltered apple cider vinegar

• 1/4 tsp mustard

• 1/2 tsp sea salt

• 60ml/1/4 cup water

Directions

Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl.

SUPER TASTY COLESLAW DRESSING

SUPER TASTY COLESLAW DRESSING

By fdnselfcare.com

Ingredients

120ml/1/2 cup fresh squeezed orange juice

60ml/1/4 cup fresh squeezed lime juice

1/4 to 1/2 small red onion, coarsely chopped or spring onions

1 to 2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped

Handful of fresh basil leaves

2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves

1 tbsp honey

120ml/1/2 cup avocado oil or extra virgin olive oil

Add this dressing to any chopped or shredded vegetables of your choice.  I like red cabbage, green cabbage, celeriac and carrot.

IMPROVE YOURSELF

NATURAL INGREDIENTS FOR YOUR FACE

RECIPE - CHEESE AND BACON BISCUITS

CHEESE AND BACON BISCUITS

by Au Naturale Nutrition

Makes 9 biscuits

Ingredients:

6 eggs

57g/1/4 cup bacon grease or grassfed butter/ghee (Melted, and slightly cooled)

200g/1 cup grated cheddar cheese

1/4 tsp. sea salt

1/4 tsp. onion powder

1/4 tsp. garlic powder

60g/1/2 cup + 2 Tbsp. coconut flour

1 tsp. baking powder

Herb seasoning of your choice

(Optional: 4 slices of crunchy bacon, crumbled)

Directions:

Blend eggs, bacon grease, and cheese.   Combine coconut flour with baking powder, salt, onion powder, garlic powder.  Combine wet & dry ingredients until uniformly mixed.  Stir in the bacon bits.  Drop batter onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper or a Non-stick mat.   Flatten slightly with the side of a butter knife or spatula, if desired or for burger buns.  Sprinkle with herb seasonings.  Bake at 200 degrees C for 15-20 minutes.

10 REASONS YOU SHOULD LOVE YOUR BODY NO MATTER WHAT OTHERS SAY

10 REASONS YOU SHOULD LOVE YOUR BODY NO MATTER WHAT OTHERS SAY

You could be so pretty, if only you lost weight.”

“You eat such healthy food, why are you fat?”

“I’m glad you didn’t ask me to pay for that, because I don’t think you should be drinking something with that many calories.”

These are actual comments that people shared with me when I asked them about the nastiest things other people have said about their bodies.

If you’ve ever received a crazy comment like any of the above, you’d be familiar with the feelings that flood your entire being immediately after: Incredulity, shock, anger, embarrassment and maybe even shame.

I know how I felt when I was 22 pounds overweight and asked: “Why are you so fat?”—I wanted to dig a hole in the ground and never come out.

But I didn’t. And here are 10 reasons why you shouldn’t either.

1. The only opinion that matters is yours

“Don’t be trapped by dogma, which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown your own inner voice,” said Steve Jobs in his commencement speech at Stanford University in 2005, and he was right.

Ask yourself these questions: What do you want? What’s important to you? How can you get there?

Be true to yourself. Your answers to these questions will be the beacon that guides you to the values that are most important to you, and the more you’re in touch with them, the less likely you’ll be swayed by nasty, insensitive comments about your body.

There are, however, exceptions to this rule: If someone you love thinks that you might be doing something that could be harming your well-being or the people around you, their opinion should be considered; off-hand, thoughtless comments by acquaintance and strangers? Not so much.

Whatever your goal is, regardless of whether it’s fat loss, weight gain, or simply building your body confidence, focus on the things that will bring out your healthiest, happiest self instead of spending your time reacting to other people’s opinions about what you should look like, eat, or wear.

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INNER PEACE

INNER PEACE

IS BIG FEAR BLOCKING YOU FROM YOUR LIFE PURPOSE?

Is Big Fear Blocking You From Your Life Purpose?

I love this passage—especially the part about dormant forces. These are forces that we often think are dead and inaccessible, but he said they come alive to assist us when we are inspired by some great purpose and acting upon it. I realized I had a lot of worries and fears about money that I’d grown up with and lived with my whole life, and that they dominated much of my thinking. What Patanjali offered was true for me in a big way.

“When you are inspired by some great purpose, some extraordinary project, all your thoughts break their bonds, your mind transcends limitations, your consciousness expands in every direction, and you find yourself in a new, great, and wonderful world.” Then he added, “Dormant forces, faculties, and talents become alive and you discover yourself to be a greater person by far than you ever dreamed yourself to be.”

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CREAMY CHICKEN WITH SWEET POTATO MASH

CHICKEN WITH SWEET POTATO MASH

By Organic Sisters

Ingredients

3 large sweet potatoes

3 tablespoons coconut oil

1 brown onion

2 garlic cloves

8 field mushrooms

60ml/1/4 cup water

6 large kale leaves

120ml/1/2 cup coconut cream

6 organic chicken highs

Himalayan salt and Black Pepper

Approx 1/2 – 1 cup fresh basil leaves

Directions

Prepare and cook the sweet potato to make the mash and then set it aside ready for serving.  Chop the onion and garlic and slice the mushrooms.  Place the coconut oil into a large frying pan on medium to high heat. Add the garlic and onion and sauté for a few minutes.  Remove the stalks from the kale leaves and slice them up finely.  Add the sliced mushrooms, kale and the 1/4 cup of water to the pan.  Give it a good stir and then cover it and let simmer for approx  10 minutes or until the mushrooms have cooked through and reduced in volume.  Pour in the coconut cream and add a good pinch of salt and pepper.  Place the whole chicken thighs into the pan (press then down into the sauce). Reduce the heat to medium, cover and let simmer for approx  5 minutes.  Turn the thighs over and continue to cook for another  5-10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked.  Remove the pan from the heat, then stir through the fresh basil leaves. Add some extra salt and pepper if it needs it and then serve it up on top of the sweet potato mash.

FORGIVENESS

ARE YOUR CANDLES EMITTING TOXINS?

ARE YOUR CANDLES EMITTING TOXINS?

Candles are great for encouraging relaxation and creating a calm, serene environment. A candle’s aroma and soft, warm glow sets a nice tone for romance, sophistication, and tranquility. Most candles today feature a variety of aromas. While refreshing they may be, the chemicals used to produce a candle’s fragrance can be toxic, polluting the air we breathe. Fortunately, there are safe options, and it’s just a matter of being conscious during your purchasing decisions.

The Health Dangers of Candles

Let’s take a quick look at the components of many candles, and how each component may be contributing to a toxic environment.

Read more on the Wake up World website.

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SPICED APPLE JELLIES WITH WHIPPED CREAM TOPPING

SPICED APPLE JELLIES WITH WHIPPED CREAM TOPPING

Serves 4

By thekitchn.com 

For the jelly

3 cups unfiltered apple juice

2 whole allspice

3 cloves

1 cinnamon stick

1 teaspoon powdered gelatine

For the mousse

1 cup whipping cream

1 cup Greek yogurt

120ml/1/2 cup water

2 tablespoons coconut sugar

1/2 teaspoon powdered gelatin

Nutmeg or ground cinnamon, for garnish (optional)

You could also use coconut cream from the top of a can of coconut milk.  Put the cream into a bowl and whip up into whipped cream and put on top the apple jelly.

In a medium pot, bring the apple juice, allspice, cloves and cinnamon stick to a boil.  Boil uncovered for 15 minutes or until the juice has reduced to 2 cups.  Fill a sink or large basin with a few inches of cold water and place the pot in the cold water bath.  Let cool 15-20 minutes, or until the juice no longer feels warm to the touch.

While the juice chills, make the mousse. Whip the cream until it holds soft peaks and set aside in the refrigerator.  Place the yogurt in a medium bowl and whisk until smooth. In a small pot, combine the water, coconut sugar and 1/2 teaspoon gelatin and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for 2 minutes, stirring once or twice.  Working quickly, whisk the hot mixture into the yogurt. Add the whipped cream and whisk just until smooth. Place the mousse in the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours, or up to 2 days. (Cover with plastic wrap after 2 hours.)

Once the juice has cooled, have four 1/2-cup capacity glasses or ramekins ready. Put the pot back on the stove and sprinkle the juice with 1 teaspoon gelatin. Bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for 2 minutes, stirring once or twice. (Don't let the mixture boil madly or it will become foamy.)  Pour the juice into the glasses or ramekins. If there are any bubbles or bits of foam, they can be scooped out with a small spoon. Place the glasses in the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours, or up to 2 days. (Cover with plastic wrap after 2 hours.)  To assemble the dessert, whisk the yogurt mousse until smooth.  Spoon a dollop of mousse onto each jelly and top with a sprinkling of freshly-grated nutmeg or cinnamon. Once assembled, the dessert will keep in the fridge, covered, for up to 24 hours.

WHAT HERBS TO USE ON FRUIT

WHAT HERBS TO USE ON FRUIT

From thesavory.com

Flavors normally saved for savory dishes make great additions to sweeter fruit dishes and accompaniments.  Lavender is balanced by acidic citrus, Basil’s sweetness lends itself well to berries and stone fruits, Thyme extracts floral elements in fruits, Mint’s coolness works with just about everything, and Cilantro complements fruits with a touch of earthiness to them.

8 CHANGES TO MAKE IF YOU REALLY WANT TO BE SUCCESSFUL

8 CHANGES TO MAKE IF YOU REALLY WANT TO BE SUCCESSFUL

Nobody wants to be broke or to be struggling financially. Failure is never a decent destination, and thus we all try to avoid it. Yet on the subject of success, it seems you are falling behind and not getting it right even when you feel you are doing everything right. What is that extra factor or determinant that distinguishes the mediocre from the successful? What do you need to change now to improve your chances of success and become the person you have always wanted to be? Perhaps what you need to do is to change your course and set sail on the right channel to success. This is how you start:

1. Develop absolute clarity

It is easy to blame the government, your boss, a poor economy, etc. for keeping you from success. Clarity is important in taking charge of your life and determining your success. Know what you want and be 100 percent clear about it. By doing this, you can clear out all distractions and energy burners that seem to be taking you in the wrong direction.

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HOW TO ADD COCONUT OIL TO ANY DRINK FOR INCREASED WEIGHT LOSS

HOW TO ADD COCONUT OIL TO ANY DRINK FOR INCREASED WEIGHT LOSS

If you haven’t already heard, coconut oil is an amazing substance that can be used for almost anything.

Coconut oil has many benefits to being consumed, including being antibacterial and anti-fungal which can kill off infections in the body. It contains medium chain triglycerides, which are different from our normal diet of long chain fatty acids and is metabolized differently in the body.

This compound has been proven to hold therapeutic effects on several brain disorders, including epilepsy and alzheimers.

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WALNUTS AND HONEY HELP AGAINST ANEMIA AND HEADACHE

WALNUTS AND HONEY HELP AGAINST ANEMIA AND HEADACHE

The honey and the walnuts cannot be compared to even the most powerful pharmaceutical devices. This combination is a great natural cure.
















Here are a couple of recipes with which you will be able to resist the modern illnesses.  The recipes are home made, made of honey and walnuts.  You will need to use quality organic walnuts and raw natural honey for the preparation.

Natural Anemia Cure:- make a mixture of half a kilogram of honey, half a kilogram of walnuts and one squeezed lemon.  Take one teaspoon of it three times a day.

High Blood Pressure:- To lower your high blood pressure, eat 100g of walnuts a day and take the same amount of honey.


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CHOCOLATE AND COCONUT TART

CHOCOLATE AND COCONUT TART

I love coconut and I wanted to make a tart with a nutty layer, a coconut layer and a chocolate layer. This is my end product.  The layers are thin but you could double the recipe to make the layers thicker and you could make the top layer all coconut and chocolate instead of half coconut and half coconut and chocolate.

Ingredients

Base layer

100g pecans (or any other nut of your choice)
2 pitted medjool dates (you could use other dates just soak for 30 minutes to go soft first)

Filling

150g creamed coconut
100g dessicated coconut
55g coconut oil
25g raw cacao powder
1 tbsp honey

Start by putting the nuts into a food processor with the dates and process until the mixture starts to stick together.  Press into a round flan tin with a loose bottom.  I used a 9" tin.  Put into the fridge to set.

Melt the creamed coconut and coconut oil together then place into a food processor and add the honey and dessicated coconut.  Process for about 5 minutes to break down the dessicated coconut a bit.

If you want to make the next layer all chocolate, add 50g cacao powder to the mixture and mix together.  If you want a white coconut layer and a coconut and chocolate layer, put half the mixture into another bowl and add the cacao powder and mix in.  Press the white coconut mixture onto the base layer and then do the same with the coconut and chocolate layer.  Place back in the fridge to set.  

When set press out of the tart tin and leave to soften to room temperature before slicing.  Its easier to slice when it is soft.