Diet and Nutrition

Fish is a rich source of iodine and iron, essential minerals for a healthy brain. Oily fish, such as salmon, anchovies, sardines, mackerel, trout, and tuna, have the most plentiful supply of brain-fortifying omega-3 fats. The way in which…
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Butters of any sort are looked at with suspicion by those who want to manage weight. But the fats coming from nuts and such natural butters made of peanuts, almonds, cashews, hazelnuts and macadamia nuts are high in omega-3 which can…
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Pancakes don’t always have to be sweet. Here’s a delicious twist on breakfast pancakes that are savoury, delicious and healthy. The whole family can enjoy them. Ingredients 2 tbsps. oats flour 2 whole eggs 2 cups shredded…
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Blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, Goji berries and acai berries are powerhouses of nutrition. They are abundant in vitamins and minerals, and are also some of the best sources of antioxidants. Berries also contain a healthy dose of…
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Vegetables don’t give stock the slightly thick, gelatinous quality that meat or fish bones do. The vegetable stock will remain well-flavoured but thin and watery. If you make judicious use of commercial bouillon powder or cubes you might…
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Onions, garlic, leeks, shallots, scallions and chives offer multiple anti-inflammatory benefits. Onions, for instance, are a rich source of the anti-inflammatory vitamin C and quercetin, which help relieve allergy symptoms. Onions also…
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Ingredients 2 medium onions, chopped 4 cloves garlic, chopped 4 medium zucchinis, chopped 1 cup spinach leaves 1 large potato 1 teaspoon dried basil ½ teaspoon dried thyme ½ teaspoon dried oregano 4 cups…
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This is a delicious combo of crunchy veggies, juicy tomatoes, creamy feta cheese and a bright lemony dressing. Compared with other salads, this Greek salad is relatively low in calories and carbs. It also contains heart-healthy fats from…
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If you suffer from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), arthritis, and citrus sensitivities, most citrus foods can provoke inflammation. An acidic environment can place undue stress on the body, leaving you susceptible to disease.…
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Fennel seeds have been used in India for very long to help digestion. The oil has various positive benefits on weight loss including help speed up metabolism and suppress appetite. By increasing the metabolic rate, it helps the body burn…
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