All posts tagged: health

[Recipe] Detox Salad

Gone are the days of horrible detox recipes. This recipe will tantalize any tastebud! This recipe yields about 10 cups of salad, which can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for about 1 week. This salad is vegan, gluten-free, soy-free and oil-free. Ingredients: 2 heads Broccoli, stems removed 1 head Cauliflower, stems

Stress and your health

We will all experience stress at some point or another in our lives. The main thing is how to deal with stress. Stress, I believe, is the biggest killer there is. It deteriorates and kills your body slowly and one day, bam! You’re in the hospital. Stress can have irreversible effects on your body. Stress

[Recipe] Kiwi & kale smoothie

This smoothie is rich in protein and will give you a great boost before a workout. This recipe serves 2 Ingredients: 375ml Skim milk 500ml Kale leaves and stems 1 Kiwi fruit, peeled and chopped 1 tbsp Smooth peanut butter 1 tsp Honey Method: In a blender add the milk, kale, kiwi, peanut butter and

The obesity crisis

Obesity has become alarmingly high over the past few decades. Rising to about 1,4 billion adults being overweight and a whopping 40 million children under the age of 5 being overweight. Obesity can be prevented! Watching what we eat and cutting down on soda, sugar, fast food and processed foods can do wonders. I personally

[Recipe] Grilled turkey and ham sandwiches

This recipe is for the bread lovers out there. Always remember to opt for healthier bread, as some of the mainstream bread can be very harmful to your health. This recipe makes two sandwiches. Ingredients: 1 tbsp Mayonnaise, light 1 tsp Dijon mustard 4 slices White bread 4 slices Turkey breast 4 slices Ham 4 slices

[Recipe] Layered blueberry avocado smoothie

I know this sounds like a strange combination but try it! Not only is it delicious but this smoothie may improve your heart and brain function. It may also lower your cholesterol. This recipe makes 4 servings. Ingredients: First layer: 1 Avocado, peeled and cut into cubes 1 cup Plain yogurt, low-fat 1/2 Lime, juice

Middle ear conditions

Hearing is one of the most important sense one has. Without hearing you will not be able to enjoy music, listen to the radio or hear your child’s first words. That is why people born with the ability to hear should take care to protect their ears from loud noises and infections. Here are a

[Recipe] The best pancakes ever!

The perfect pancakes for breakfast, noon or night! This recipe serves 2. Ingredients:  2  Bananas 4  Eggs 2 tbsp Almond butter 1 tbsp Coconut oil Blueberry jam Instructions: In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas. Add the almond butter and eggs. Stir until fully combined and pour mixture into a pouring jug. Heat the coconut

[Recipe] Strawberry & Beet Smoothie

Going pink for an extra kick! This recipe serves 2. Ingredients 4 Beets, cooked and peeled 2 cups Coconut water, unsweetened 2 cups Strawberries, frozen 1 lime, juiced Method: Add beets, coconut water, strawberries and lime juice to a blender and blend until smooth. Serve and enjoy! Source: Best Health Magazine .ca

Raw nuts VS Roasted nuts

Nuts are powerhouses when it comes to protein, vitamins, heart healthy fats and minerals. Adding nuts to your regular diet is a must. Nuts have proven to: Reduce stress Improve heart health Reduce chances of lung cancer Help in maintaining a healthy weight Reduce cholesterol Reduce chances of developing prostate cancer Improves brain health Improves