Did you know that certain foods can improve your memory and concentration? Whether you’re going to school or to work, get smart and make sure to these brain-charging foods are part of your regular diet. Blueberries: Powerful antioxidants in blueberries help increase your brain’s ability to send signals quickly and improve its capacity to store […]
Lately coconut oil has been getting a bad rap – mainly due to its high content of saturated fats. Many people are wondering whether they should be using it or not. Let’s separate the facts from the fiction. The short answer Coconut oil is one of the healthiest foods on the planet, with fat-burning, immune […]
It’s easy to overlook the role hormones play in our health and wellbeing. Yet hormonal imbalances affect millions of people worldwide – manifesting as diabetes, thyroid disorders, menstrual irregularities, infertility, low testosterone and estrogen dominance. Sometimes medications are necessary, but there is plenty we can do with diet and lifestyle: Eat healthy fats: Your body […]
If eating and living healthier is one of your goals, perhaps you should think about adopting some of the dietary habits of Mediterranean countries people – since they have long been enjoying higher life expectancy rates and excellent overall health. Basically Healthy This is mainly attributed to a diet that is already considered healthy for […]
Most of us live with constant stress. We’re overworked, under-nourished, exposed to environmental toxins and often under considerable emotional pressure. It’s essential to deal with it effectively before it has a negative effect on our health, not our enjoyment of life – as stress is at the heart of most diseases that face us today. […]
A Clever Breakfast We’re so used to hearing about how we should be eating breakfast that we don’t even listen anymore. We already know how important it is to start the day off with something substantial and most of us have a pretty good grasp of why – even if we sometimes forget. Protein first […]
Are you eating a nutrient-rich diet? Chances are there’s room for improvement. Many women aren’t getting enough fibre, healthy fats, potassium, choline, magnesium, calcium, iron, selenium and vitamins A, D and E. The key to health is to have a plan. The foods you buy and prepare have a direct effect on your heart, breasts, […]
Let’s talk about Depression World health Day is celebrated on April 7th every year to mark the anniversary of the founding of The World Health Organisation (WHO). The theme of World Health Day 2017 is depression – so what better opportunity to focus on a health issue that concerns 120 million people worldwide, yet no […]
Next time you’re feeling stressed, irritable or low (or all the above) give a thought to what you have (or haven’t) been eating. It’s obvious that food and drink affect our mood – just think how we perk up just at the sight and smell of our favourite fare. But there’s more to it than […]
Us parents love talking about our children’s education. But aside from the right schools, the right teachers and keeping on top of the homework, what more do our children need to shine at school? How about a diet enriched with vitamins, minerals and fatty acids? Perhaps it’s time to ditch the Nutella, Frosties, chicken nuggets […]
Vitamin D – are YOU getting enough? Even if you’re lucky enough to live in a region that gets a lot of sunshine, when daylight, sunlight and temperature levels fall, so do our energy levels. Lethargy and sluggishness are especially common in winter, when we spend more time indoors, as is increased susceptibility to seasonal […]
Are you feeling stressed, irritable or just plain low? Take a moment to consider what you have – or haven’t – been eating. Obviously, food affects your mood. Sometimes the mere sight and smell of your favourite dish is enough to jolt us out of the doldrums and renew your enthusiasm for life. But there’s […]