Let’s talk about sleep because I bet so many of us are not getting enough of it, and that includes myself. We all have those nights where sleep is merely a day dream and those days where our energy levels feel depleted and we are cranky and inefficient. There is a long list that affects […]
The only thing to say about these macaroons is that they are simply delicious. The coconuty , cocoa flavour really hits the sweet spot. What a great option for a healthy, dessert. Cocoa is rich in polyphenols, a natural anti-oxidant, providing an array of health benefits to the body. Ingredients (makes 15 macaroons) 1 banana […]
Using zucchini noodles as a starch alternative is a great idea. In this recipe I have included many nourishing ingredients. Cooked tomatoes contain the bioactive lycopene, a strong anti-oxidant promoting compound which helps reduce cancer risk, especially prostate. The asparagus is filled with prebiotics, which help to feed all the good bacteria in your gut, […]
The perfect snack or breakfast for you this Pesach! These muffins are not only kosher for Pesach, but they are gluten-free, low in carbohydrates and simple to make. Apples contain pectin, a natural fibre found in the skin and pulp, which is beneficial for gut health and has cholesterol-lowering effects. They also have a low […]
This is a fantastic and creative dish that is good for any occasion; from a dessert for a special occasion to simply having it as a snack for yourself or your children. The great thing is that you can use any fruit that is in season or available in your fridge. I have loaded my […]
These summer rice wraps are one of my favourite dishes. Every time I go to a food market, these are my go-to food choice. They are light, crunchy and simple to make. What is great about this dish is that you can use any leftover ingredients from your fridge. If you are wondering what to […]
The other day I was writing an article for a newspaper on how to make a family meal ‘nutrigenomically active’. In previous blogs I discuss what the fuss about DNA diets is all about, nutrigenomics, bioactive ingredients and the affect it has on our health. Don’t panic if you have no clue what I’m talking […]
Simple and fresh are the two words that describe this salad- a great summer side dish for any meal. I decided to put a twist on a classic fattoush and add some fennel and pomegranate kernels to add that extra bit of anti-oxidant effects. The fennel contains quercetin, the bioactive ingredient that ‘switches on’ the […]
Easy peasy lemon squeezy. This dish is so easy and quick to make, and it is simply delicious. The beauty about it, is that you can use any fish you in the mood for. Salmon or trout goes well with this recipe, but its expensive these days. I decided to use hake it turned out […]
Thyroid health is a topic that is very close to my heart. At the age of 12, after having gained over 4 kg on a 3-week summer camp and was feeling, well let’s say, abnormally tired for a 12-year-old, I found out that I had an underactive thyroid. To be more specific, I found out […]
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