Have you ever felt like people think you’re “picky” when it comes to what you choose to eat? Do you get comments like “why can’t you just eat 'normal' like everyone else” or “you’re so fussy when it comes to food, what CAN you eat?” Well, you’re not alone – but enough is enough. Read on for more to ...

Why might sourdough be healthier than whole wheat? Sourdough bread undergoes a fermentation process that may alter its starches, making it healthier. Whole wheat bread, meanwhile, undergoes a similar refining process as white bread and a lot of whole wheat products are still made mostly with white ...

Most of us know that avocados possess many health benefits, it’s kind of old news – but ever important, as they're hardly ever going to go out of style. Did you know that avocado leaves are equally as good for you? Avocado leaves actually contain more nutrients than the fruit itself. They are rich ...

A “cheat meal” defines a meal considered “unruly” because it doesn’t respect the expected health constraints, quantities, or both. It can be programmed or unplanned, conscious or unconscious, followed by great and euphoric and/or bad and guilty feelings. Let's look into this subject a little closer ...

Does your brain need sugar and carbohydrates to function properly? That's at least what I thought for a long time but today I know that it's actually not true - and I will tell you why. Read on for The Best Food Fuel for Your Brain! It is true that your brain can’t burn fatty acids but only ...

I have a feeling that we as a society are so focused on what not to eat, instead of highlighting what to eat. I believe it’s important to rid your mind of all the “don’ts” and start searching for the “do’s”. Even though there are things that you probably shouldn’t eat, there are plenty of things ...

Gynostemma (aka Jiaogulan) is originally from South-East Asia, and has many names, such as: Five Leaf Ginseng, Poor Man's Ginseng, Southern Ginseng, Miracle Grass, Fairy Herb, Sweet Tea Vine, Gospel Herb, Immortality Herb, and others which suggests its potential. It has been used traditionally in ...

People who work in sedentary jobs, often sitting for hours on end at a desk, not only have to put up with hectic, stressful deadlines, but also end up worrying about how their jobs affect their health. Their sedentary jobs are literally increasing the risk of them developing serious diseases such ...

As a fermented drink, kombucha aims to improve gut health and its popularity is definitely growing. We had the chance recently to sample Captain Kombucha's range of products, described on their website as “a legendary, fermented drink, rich in antioxidants, with unique medicinal properties that can ...

Every household should have a fruit bowl. Whether it stands with pride, overflowing with an abundance of rainbow colours and shapes with a bit of panache, or it sits on the side filled with just the basics only, it’s a necessity. Fruit provides not only a healthy alternative to a sweet afternoon ...