Diet and Nutrition

Ginger is a powerful spice whose anti-inflammatory pain-killing properties are useful against arthritis pain. It is also used as a gentle anti-nausea treatment. Ginger plays a valuable role in controlling weight, too. Drinking hot ginger…
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Research from the University of Liverpool says that eating prunes, as part of a weight control diet, help with weight loss. It can lead to a significant weight loss and reduced waist circumference. Volunteers also had an increased feeling…
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Cheese is often slammed as a fat-packed, artery-clogging, guaranteed way to gain weight. But now, it seems, one of the world’s favourite dairy products provides health benefits too - so long as you indulge in moderation. The ‘European…
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From slicing and dicing to cutting and cubing, chopping boards are one of the most used items in your kitchen. It’s therefore important to treat them well and ensure good hygiene when using and caring for them, as chopping boards can be an…
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Quinoa contains an abundance of anti-inflammatory phytochemicals and therefore has potential protective effects against inflammation. This high-value food, with antioxidants, fibre, vitamins and minerals, boasts many health benefits:…
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Smaller and cheaper than ever before, microwaves have come a long way in the past few decades and are now a staple item in most family kitchens. With the ability to cook meals in minutes, microwaves fit perfectly with today’s busy…
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According to the World Health Organization, obesity has nearly tripled worldwide since 1975. In 2016, for example, more than 1.9 billion people came under the category ‘Overweight’. Of these, more than 650 million had obesity. Because…
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Why not treat yourself and your family to a not-so-naughty breakfast on a lazy Sunday morning? Try Buckwheat-Blackberry Pancakes. Feel free to experiment – add honey, stewed fruits or even a delicious raw chocolate sauce! Ingredients…
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How do you like your eggs? Poached, scrambled, boiled or fried? Are eggs healthy? Well, it will depend on how they’re cooked! One of the most pervasive health myths of our time is that eggs are bad for your cholesterol, and therefore…
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A natural anti-inflammatory, turmeric is a storehouse of health benefits. It contains compounds are called curcuminoids, the most important of which is curcumin. Curcumin is the main active ingredient in turmeric and has powerful…
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