They have several names, chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans or Bengal gram are an important source of Carbohydrates, Folate, vitamins and proteins. Recent studies have shown that they can lessen your appetite due to their fibre content. Check out our roasted chickpea post here >> Chickpeas are a good source of protein. If you combine them […]
The world-renowned Weight Watchers weight loss program is one that has attracted millions of members over the past 40 years. While this diet program has changed the lives of many and helped hundreds of thousands of members to lose the weight they had always wanted to, there are a myriad of similar diet plans that […]
The alkaline diet is a much-studied and on-going subject matter, due to its claims of improving well-being and overall health. More and more studies are proving the benefits of eating alkaline foods to maintain a healthy pH level in the blood and urine. Doing this, enables the person to treat and combat various chronic diseases […]
If you keep up with the latest in natural news and nutrition, chances are, you’ve heard of spirulina. Due to its various advantages to health and wellness, this saltwater plant is becoming increasingly common and is available in several different forms. Keep reading for more information on spirulina, including what it is, the benefits it […]
A nutritionally balanced soup that delivers a nice jab of flavour. Key nutritional facts: High in fibre, aiding slow steady energy release. Chilli powder high in vitamin A First… Get these ingredients together… 1 -2 shallots 1 can of beans (doesn’t have to be 5 bean, could be any bean really, the key is to have […]
While most people can agree that water is a healthy beverage choice, there has long been debate over how much of the drink should be consumed daily. It was previously thought that at least eight glasses per day was needed to help combat the natural effects of dehydration. Recently, however, a study suggested that that […]
Cold water has a marked impact on the bodies of mammals, especially those that have evolved to spend most of their time in the water. This is evidenced by the ‘mammalian dive response’. An evolutionary adaptation designed to help mammals survive underwater for as long as possible, due to the lack of breathable oxygen. This […]
Most people automatically assume that fat is evil. After all, fat is the reason that so many people around the world are unable to fit into their clothing, right? This has lead to hundreds of companies that now market “fat free” food, beverages, snacks, and everything in between. Unfortunately, what many doctors and scientists are […]
Science has shown that fish should make up a large portion of a healthy diet, and wild salmon is one of the most nutritionally rich fish available. All salmon offers health benefits, but wild salmon has less fat and a higher nutrient content. Additionally, wild salmon has a lower likelihood of containing environmental toxins from […]
Omega-3 is an essential fatty acid that the body cannot produce on its own; therefore, people must get it through their diet. Throughout Europe and North America, very few people get enough omega-3. Their diets tend to be higher in omega-6 and lower in omega-3 fatty acids. When there is a dietary imbalance in favour […]
The main benefit of cinnamon is for maintaining blood sugar levels, thus helping to prevent blood sugar crashes and spikes, which in turn helps you to stave of hunger. You don’t need pills to control blood sugar! Cinnamon is a spice that adds flavour to all sorts of foods, from savoury to sweet. This tasty ingredient is […]
It’s been a while. MY excuse is I’ve been reading paleo diet books and cookbooks. Recently I’ve been getting more into the Paleo thing. It seems like a great way to control what you put into your body, not just from the point of view of health, but also because it fits in nicely […]
Because chichpeas are a low GI food, and hearty, they are the perfect item to flesh out a dish. What’s more, they soak up flavours. Ingredients: 1x can of chickpeas a bundle of parsley pinch of salt and pepper indian spices (whatever you have to hand) 3 cloves of garlic an onion A tablespoon of […]
Green beans and ginger? I was unsure it would work but I was wrong. The key is to add soy sauce. The ingredients: 1 thumb sized knob of ginger a handful of green beans (for the all important dietary fibre) 3-4 eggs (eggs are amazing, eat loads of them) and for the salsa: a handful […]
Chickpeas are great as a snack. They have all the hallmarks of a great food for weight loss. They are high in dietary fibre which means it’s harder for the body to digest them, in turn making their glyceminc index low. You can put them in curries, or mash them up and turn them into […]
A great one for weight loss as all the ingredients are raw. A brilliant accompaniment for many meats, a properly made coleslaw can be very good for you. For this you will need: A white cabbage A small onion some cumin seeds and pepper (cumin seeds have anti-flatulent properties and so are perfect for a recipe with cabbage and […]
One of my favourite things to do is to swim in the sea, and I know from personal experience that one of the best sure-fire ways to blast fat away from my body is to swim in cold water. Most of the energy our bodies expend when we are in a state of rest is used […]
Garlic is one food that everybody should be eating as much of as possible. Garlic contains allicin, which is an organosulphur, which are compounds that our bodies need. They have been linked with reducing inflammation and oxidation stresses on our bodies. It contains a wide range of vitamins and minerals. Furthermore, garlic can act […]
A term that does not get nearly enough exposure is N.E.A.T. This acronym stands for Non exercise activity thermogenesis. It is a term used to describe how much ‘power’ a person expends going about their daily business. It is a concept often used to help treat severely obese patients who are often unable or unmotivated enough to embark upon […]
Ginger benefits It has been found that ginger may affect gastrointestinal function, and has been used for thousands of years to treat nausea (especially forms of motion sickness). It is theorised that ginger suppresses certain neurohypophysial hormones from being released into the bloodstream that can contribute to nausea. It may also have some anti cancer proerties, but the evidence is […]
Eggs are absolutely packed with protein. Most of the bad wrap eggs get in the press is basically bullshit. The cholesterol argument especially, may be wrong. Experts now believe that cholesterol that is consumed from food (mostly) doesn’t find its way into your bloodstream, as it has not been produced by your body. The bulk […]
A kеtо dіеt rеfеrѕ to a kеtоgеnіс dіеt, whісh іѕ a hіgh-fаt, аdеԛuаtе-рrоtеіn, lоw-саrb dіеt. Thе gоаl іѕ to gеt mоrе саlоrіеѕ frоm рrоtеіn аnd fаt than frоm саrbѕ. It wоrkѕ by dерlеtіng уоur bоdу of іtѕ ѕtоrе оf sugar, ѕо іt wіll ѕtаrt to brеаk dоwn рrоtеіn аnd fаt fоr еnеrgу, causing kеtоѕіѕ (аnd weight lоѕѕ).
Springtime means warmth and sunshine after months of dreary weather, so of course you want to get outside! This also means it is the perfect time to check in with your health and make positive changes. Check out the list below for some fun activities that will make both your mind and body happy. 1. […]
Everybody losing weight is thinking about losing fat. Fat is very visible on our stomach and thighs, and the point of dieting is to get that away. But the true core, the mechanism of how we lose weight has much more to do with muscles than fat itself. Let me show you what we are […]
Are you bored? I know when I’m bored I flog the shit out of the kitchen, especially the cupboard labelled ‘chocolate’. I’ll be sitting here, thinking about something to do, then I’ll get up in frustration due to not being able to figure out what the fuck to do with myself. Then once I start […]
If there is one thing that has really grounded me recently, and made me appreciate the natural world in a much less superficial way, it has been growing my own food. Last year I began experimenting with aeroponics and hydroponics. I managed to grow a monster tomato plant, and I was well and truly bitten (no, savagely […]
Everybody losing weight is thinking about losing fat. Fat is very visible on our stomach and thighs, and the point of dieting is to get that away. But the true core, the mechanism of how we lose weight has much more to do with muscles than fat itself. Let me show you what we are […]
For this post, I’m going to jump right in… No preamble, and also keep it short. This is an important topic and one that many people need to hear. I must start by explaining something. Pretty much all plant life contains carbohydrates of some sort, even the healthiest of vegetables such as broccoli. Within the […]