Throughout history, spices have been used for religious ceremonies, cultural gatherings and for seasoning food to add that extra flavour. Growing up in a Caribbean household it was common to see my parents marinate recipes with certain spices the little meat and fish that we did consume (ie. ...

Did you know that millet is known as the "queen of groats" (ie. shelled kernels of several cereal grains like barley, rye, wheat, oats etc)? For me it has always been a comfort food, my grandma used to prepare it for me for breakfast with some milk, nuts and honey. I remember how she soaked the dry ...

Mental health disorders are referred to as mental illnesses. They can affect the entire body, thoughts, moods, and behavior too. There is no link between genetics and the likelihood of having a mental health disorder. Lifestyle factors like diet, substance abuse, and individual activity will ...

There are times when your body just craves sweet stuff and you reach out for candy or an unhealthy snack even though you don't feel hungry whatsoever, right? Most of us have experienced this 'craving feeling' at some time or other! It is more like an emotional hunger habit and the causes can run ...