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If you have a finicky cat, try making a fish kibble at home. Canned mackerel would be great because it has an intense flavour that will entice your pet to eat. It is also rich in Omega-3. If you can’t have mackerel, try salmon or sardines.…
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Fruit juice isn't as healthy as most people think, especially the readymade variety that you find in food stores. This juice actually has a lot of sugar in it, along with artificial flavours and colourings. If you are craving a glass of…
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Kebabs are well designed for eating on the go or even in a lunchbox. Have them with a generous salad and a dressing in a small jar. Ingredients 4 small, boneless, skinless chicken thighs, diced (about 250g) juice and zest of ½…
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Add a small handful of any fresh herbs such as thyme, basil, rosemary, sage or oregano to a mug, or use dried herbal tea. Pour over some boiling water and allow it to brew for at least five minutes. Try out various combinations to find your…
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If you push your body too much when you first start exercising, you can end up with injuries. Your bones, joints and ligaments are not prepared for the exertion you are putting on them after being sedentary for decades. Don't think that if…
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The combination of polyphenols in cranberries, including flavonoids like proanthocyanidins and nonflavonoids like ellagic acid, gives cranberries their strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Cranberries may help reduce total…
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Often, children get too engrossed in their activities to remember to drink enough water. Keeping well hydrated is vital for maintaining energy levels and helping to reduce hunger pangs that might make them reach for unhealthy, processed…
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Like fennel seeds, cleavers or Galium aparine is known to accelerate fat metabolism. It's also a natural diuretic and can help relieve constipation. Combine cleavers with fennel seeds as your daily drink. It may take a month or more before…
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The kids will love this! Ingredients: 4 small fresh eggs 4 small very ripe bananas 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/4 cup olive oil 5 tbsp coconut flour 1/2 cup maple syrup 1 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp…
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Just as with human food, don’t let terms like ‘Whole Foods’ or ‘Natural’ or ‘Takes years off your dog’, ‘Increases energy and vitality’ etc fool you when it comes to pet food. Look at the labels carefully, and check for inaccurate or…
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