Blue and purple might be rare colours in your daily diet; but by eating foods illuminated with these colours you can increase the level of antioxidants you consume and even improve your portion control. Why Blue and Purple Foods? The antioxidant power provided by blue and purple foods comes from the presence of two main […]
The Fall Equinox came and went, and now cooler temperatures and less sunlight are the reality. As we move into Autumn, these seven fruits and veggies will give your health a boost and keep colds at bay! Rutabaga Rutabaga is a type of root vegetable and a cross between a turnip and a cabbage. Some
The maha bandha is also known as ‘the great bandha’, and that’s no understatement! This is an advanced yoga practice, so if you’re new to bandhas it might be an idea to familiarise yourself with our earlier articles on the bandhas, start here. As we have previously said, bandhas are a crucial part of the
Enjoy this simple, nutrient-packed, sprouted lentil salad. Sprouting is the practice of germinating seeds from grains, nuts, beans and other kinds of seeds. Once sprouted, they are bioavailable and easier to digest, with your body being able to access their full nutritional profile. Prep: 20 minutes Makes: 4 servings Ingredients 4 cups sprouted black lentils
If you’ve never tried to make Kimchie, or you’ve made it a thousand times, this recipe is easy, delicious and compliments every dish imaginable. The ginger stimulates the secretion of stomach acids and therefore aids digestion. The lacto-fermentation process produces various strains of probiotic bacteria that promote gut health. The cabbage provides fiber with high levels
Spring is a time of renewal and new beginnings, a perfect time to nourish your liver! This raw cucumber mint soup is packed with liver cleansing vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Cucumber has high amounts of water which make it a natural diuretic which in turn helps to cleanse your liver. It’s also a great way to
Good dietary habits can revolutionize the way we eat and have an impact in our health and quality of life. But why is it so hard to keep them up and what do we need to form them? Think of a dietary habit that you would like to form. Maybe you want to eat more
Spring has arrived! Have you been eating accordingly? Spring is a time of renovation, birth and regrowth. A great variety of plants are available during this season and you should eat them to your advantage to favour a more radiant skin, immune system and soul. Spring in the Northern Hemisphere begins the 20th of March
What’s The Dirt On Juices? One of the main things any dietitian will tell you is that in order to stay fit and healthy, you have to eat a balanced diet. But sometimes you have so many things going on, that eating breakfast and planning your meals might seem like the last thing on your
This is a relaxing dessert and has the added benefit of calming the mind…yes, it’s true! “Kuzu” is a powder made from a strong root vegetable that grows deep in the ground. It is believed to help reduce high blood pressure and stabilize blood sugars. It has long been used to aid digestion and heal digestive
