Orzo is a type of wheat semolina pasta in the shape of a grain of rice, which has become popular in many parts of the world. You can see it more and more frequently in many dishes cooked at home but also on the menu of many restaurants. We highly recommend it for preparing nutritious, and ...

Spirulina is one of the most popular supplements among healthy-lifestyle enthusiasts. It quickly made its way to the 'superfoods' list, as it contains a significant amount of nutrients that the human body needs to stay in top shape. The most important ones include vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, ...

As mentioned in my previous article, my coach advised me to do this one, simple breathing technique and report back on my results, before determining whether or not to scale up and if so, for how long etc. This breathing exercise (which you can join and try here) started out small, for just about ...

Lemons are a healthy citrus fruit that has been super popular for centuries because of how healthy they are. So if you're into keeping yourself fit, a tiny little lemon can be of immense help. That's because they come equipped with all kinds of nutrients and beneficial properties. You can also make ...

Sugar is delicious, we all love it! But too much added sugar can have harmful effects on the body. Added sugar is found in many products that most people wouldn't expect – so it’s important to be aware of just how much we're consuming. Sugar is a necessary part of a human diet, as glucose is a ...

Bromelain is a protein-digesting enzyme extract found in the fruit and stem of the pineapple plant, 'Ananas Comosus'. It is used as a form of dietary supplement due to its active ingredients proteinases and proteases. These enzymes work to break down proteins in the body. Bromelain is often used as ...

Around ten thousand years ago, Ayurveda was born in India. It is a metaphysical yet practical system of holistic healing and medicine. The classical Ayurvedic texts say that the medical knowledge was transferred from Dhanvantari, an incarnation of the Avatar Vishnu. Legend says that he incarnated ...

Asia and the Mediterranean have been reaping the health benefits of incorporating spices into their diets for generations. Turmeric’s capability of rivalling anti-inflammatory drugs to cumin’s ability to help people maintain their iron levels, it's no wonder they are so popular around the world. ...

You might think of celery as being just a weirdly long green stem which floats in your soup or something you can chomp on with a side of hummus. Yet there are many other uses for the stalk. Most recently, juicing celery has become a popular way to detox your body. But what are the actual benefits ...

Summer's here again, time to fill that glass jug with iced, zesty orange juice! Sweet oranges are renowned for their authentic sweetness and although there is much debate about their hybrid origins, oranges are generally considered to be a hybrid of mandarin and pomelo. Although, oranges are ...