Makes: 8 Servings Ingredients 1 pumpkin (med sized), diced 1 tbsp coconut oil or ghee 1 onion, diced 3 garlic cloves, crushed 1 litre vegetable stock 150g red lentils (rinsed) 1 tbsp ground turmeric 1 tbsp ground cumin 1 tsp mustard seeds 2 tins of coconut milk 1 bunch coriander, chopped Method 1. Place […]
Diabetes affects millions of people worldwide. Diabetes is estimated to have resulted in 1.5 to 4.9 million deaths a year. It is being hailed as the next health time bomb. There is growing body of evidence showing that yoga can help to prevent and manage some forms of the disease. The Many Faces Of Diabetes Diabetes mellitis is
Who’s Who and What’s What at 5 of the Internet’s hottest studios Whilst it’s true that London – like many of the world’s capital cities – has more yoga studios than ever before, it can still be difficult to get to class. With long days in the office, kids’ after-school rotas, socialising and the need
There is so much nutritional information out there about how to eat healthily that sometimes it can be confusing to know what to eat to ensure your body and mind feel good. Here, nutritionist and yoga teacher Elisa Pineda takes a look at the science behind some of the most common mistakes yogis can make
As a society, we give expecting mums a lot of focus. There’s pregnancy yoga, an array of body therapies, pampering sessions and baby showers. The birth itself is the spotlight. We make birth plans, go to active birth classes and everyone is really excited about the due date. All this energy disperses after the little
Wearing leggings all day feels great. Liberating, trendy, and perfect for making the transition between athletic and leisure activities quite literally seamless. But are you aware of the health risks that go with wearing yoga gear 24/7? From an increased risk of yeast infections to outbreaks of spots to rashes, here’s how to avoid some
Are you one of the 6-10% of the population suffer from migraines? I have good news — recent research shows that yoga can reduce the frequency and duration of your headaches. Migraine Misery I suffer from migraines, and believe me they are no fun! So much more than “just a headache,” a migraine can make
Colour has a deeper function and meaning than just appearance. It is because of colour that bees and other insects pose on top of flowers to carry out pollination which gives way to the variety of foods we have today. It is because of colour that our mouths water and our organs squirm in preparation
Cancer is preventable and your diet can make a difference. Your body has trillions of cells, and every hundred days your cells die and new ones are generated. It’s like an opportunity for a whole new you. But sometimes some cells can misbehave and grow into tumours or cancers. In a way, what you eat
As part of a healthy diet, we recommend that you include three meals and two snacks throughout the day. The idea of a snack is that it can help you maintain your levels of energy, glucose and nutrients steady through your day. Healthy snacking is also quite helpful to avoid some mood swings and cravings.
