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…
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…
Aspartame is an artificial sweetener, marketed as a healthier alternative to sugar. It is added to hundreds of products and there is a good chance you have consumed something with aspartame over the last 24 hours. Aspartame is used in soft drinks, breakfast cereals, yoghurts, chewing gum, sweets, ice cream and even multivitamins. Furthermore, you…
Imagine the following scenario. You are determined to make the new year a healthy one. So you are working out regularly and your diet is filled to the brim with health-boosting foods: fish, fermented vegetables, yoghurt, avocados…. Yet, instead of feeling on top of the world, you are constantly tired, have troubled sleep, regular headaches,…
Who does not love banana bread? It is delicious, easy to make, fills your home with comforting smell and helps to reduce food waste. Sheer perfection! This recipe adds a new dimension to this staple, turning it into a healthy treat for adults and kids alike. The secret is the coconut flour. Coconut flour is…
Here is another delicious comfort food recipe to indulge your taste buds without compromising your health. Courgette pasta with creamy chicken sauce Ingredients: For the courgette pasta: 2 medium sized courgettes For the sauce: 3 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 chicken thighs, cut into pieces 1 large onion, finely chopped 1 leek, finely…
Detoxification is the January buzz word. Despite it becoming a common notion, the meaning of the word ‘‘detoxification’’ remains confusing for many. Some believe, it implies a weight-loss cleanse or a one-off juice fast. Others think it’s nothing more than a clever marketing ploy. The truth is, detoxification is an essential metabolic function of the…
As promised in the previous post, here is a very simple recipe that will satisfy your comfort food cravings in a healthy way. It is perfect for a lazy Sunday morning, but works great as a lunch option too. This recipe combines a healthy amount of good fats and protein, with virtually negligible quantities of…
When the days are dark and cold, many turn to comfort foods for solace. Although the definition of comfort food can vary, typically it tends to denote food high in carbohydrates (esp. starches and sugars). Lasagne, hearty pies and grilled cheese sandwiches readily provide much needed feeling of happiness and warms. So how does it work? Firstly,…
Do you still believe that low-fat diet is the best way of staying slim and healthy? Then here are some facts you need to know. As a matter of fact, you tend to lose more weight and perform better physically and mentally on a high-fat diet, rather than on a low-fat one. Counterintuitive? It might…