Scientifically known by the name asparagus officinalis, the vegetable dates back to at least 3000 BC and has been seen captured as a blessing or benefaction on Egyptian frieze (or wall art). It is thought that asparagus was freshly consumed by the Romans and Greeks during the seasonal period and ...

After years' of over medicating and treating symptoms of illnesses rather than the root of the problem, individuals are beginning to pay more attention to natural and herbal medicine. Today, we interview Delphin Rabehaja, Director of the Department of Phytochemistry and Quality Control at the ...

Whether it’s physical, mental or emotional, hormones have a profound effect on your health and well-being. Hormones act as chemical messengers in the body and play a key role in controlling your weight, appetite, and mood among other things. Typically, your endocrine glands will produce the exact ...

The Mediterranean diet is a nutritional model based on some traditional healthy living habits of people living in countries washed by the Mediterranean Sea, like Italy, Greece, France and Spain. It even became categorised as part of UNESCO heritage in 2010. Basically this diet follows a pyramidal ...

Gemma Newman, aka the 'Plant Power Doctor' is a woman on a mission. Having graduated from the University of Wales College of Medicine, she has worked in medicine since 2004 and has been serving as Senior Partner at NHS family medical practice, The Orchard Surgery in Ashford, Middlesex for 11 years. ...

Even though numerous studies have proven that tobacco has adverse effects on human health, millions of people are still not ready to quit. They refuse to let go of cigarettes, despite harming themselves as well as the people around them. At the same time, recent smoking statistics show that as many ...

Beans or the legume family comprise of beans, peas and lentils, which are considered to be some of the most versatile and nutritious foods available. They are typically low in fat, and high in minerals like potassium, iron and magnesium. They are also a rich source of fibre and help to increase ...

Christmas, for all its blessings, often actually ends up the most unhealthy time of year for many people. First, the chocolate liqueurs and shortbread, followed by endless glasses of prosecco and gorging yourself on gorgonzola then come the mince pies with cream. Then finally a huge Christmas ...

Today, an ever-growing community of people are keeping animals off their plates in an effort to better their health, animal welfare, and the environment. Going meat-free has so many benefits that once you’re there, you won’t look back – but sometimes kick-starting this new lifestyle can seem ...

In today’s fast-paced world where everyone is busy ‘being busy’, we do tend to neglect the most basic thing, moving our body. According to Public Health data, 33% of men and 42% of women in the UK were considered not active enough to be in good health. Despite being a sporty person ever since the ...