Bugs Bunny, one of the most beloved cartoon characters, is not the only one who is a great fan of carrots, and for good reason. Carrots, a healthy root vegetable, are a very good source of beta carotene, fibre, vitamin K, potassium and nutrients that promote antioxidant effects on the body. These nutrients benefit us […]
This soup is fantastic for both autumn and winter. The warmth of this thick soup, together with the sweet and fresh flavours, is a delicious treat on a cold night. I like it so much that I have even had this soup, chilled, on a hot summer’s day. With leeks, onion and garlic forming part […]
Last week I wrote a blog where I discussed the basics of intermittent fasting (IF). If you do a quick ‘Dr Google’ search on IF you will be inundated with information and it’s so hard to sieve out the facts from the fiction. The scientific evidence itself is also a tad confusing, as many of […]
The latest buzz around people’s eating routines and one of the most popular health and fitness trends today is ‘intermittent fasting’ (IF). With this, though, basic questions about what IF is and whether it works also come up. “Why is it that just a few years ago we were told to eat regular meals and […]
I’d like to wish all my patients observing Ramadan, Ramadan Mubarak. Many people find this time particularly hard when it comes to staying on track with their healthy lifestyle. Irregular eating patterns can really throw some people off. Let’s not forget the benefits that short-term fasting can offer: Improved blood sugar control Can result in […]
Oh my word, I cannot tell you how delicious these fish tacos were. These tacos are not only great when entertaining, but they are fun to build and prepare and can make for a great family meal – really involving the children. They are high fibre, filled with vegetables that offer an abundance of vitamins, […]
You may think it’s complicated and time consuming to make your own tacos. Well, you are wrong. I made these bad boys the other day and what I didn’t realise is how simple and easy the recipe and process is. Of course, when you are in a huge hurry and couldn’t be bothered to make […]
Looking to quickly pickle some radishes, onion or even mushrooms? This recipe is for you. A few simple ingredients, 10 minutes of your time and you have a tangy pickle to add to your morning eggs, sandwiches, tacos and poké bowls. This pickle recipe is not the one I refer to when I reference fermented […]
Everyone struggles with breakfast during Pesach. Usual go-tos include matzah, egg matzah and the kosher for Pesach, high in sugar, Crispy-O’S . Many seem to struggle when it comes to eating a healthy breakfast on Pesach. This truly should not be the case as there are many healthier breakfast options to chose from, that are […]
When I travelled in South America, all they served for breakfast was apple and quinoa porridge. They mostly make it with a runnier consistency, where people can choose to drink it as a drink. In South America quinoa is regarded as the grain to be eating. I always harp on about quinoa, but it truly […]
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