Reishi – the mushroom of immortality

Nutrition

Medicinal mushrooms hold an important place in traditional medicine. They’ve been used for centuries to preserve vitality, promote longevity and treat disease. Reishi mushrooms, in particular, are held in high esteem for their anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory and immune strengthening potential. They contain an impressive array of bioactive molecules, but their health benefits are mainly linked to…

A healthier carrot cake

Nutrition, Recipes

Do you order a slice of carrot cake guilt-free when you see one on the menu? After all, it has carrots in it, so it must be healthy and count towards “five-a-day”, right? Not really. In reality, many traditional recipes are veritable calorie and sugar bombs. They spike your blood glucose, make you crave more sweets…