All posts tagged: wellness

[Recipe] Falafel burgers

This delicious recipe is easy to prepare and yields 4 servings. Do not mistake this dish for a light eat, it is quite hearty and will fill up any belly. Ingredients 400g can Chickpeas, rinsed and drained Garlic clove, chopped Handful of flat-leaf parsley or curly parsley 1 tsp ground Cumin 1 tsp ground Coriander

Understanding the Difference Between Alcohol Use and Alcohol Misuse

Let’s face it, almost all of us have had at least one drink in our lives. These days very few people have never misused alcohol and ended up getting drunk. Let’s not even talk about the dreadful hangover. Alcohol misuse in underage individuals is drastically on the incline all around the world. Not only have

[Recipe] Vegetarian Quick & Easy Tiramisu

I have chosen a delicious vegetarian dessert to end off our vegetarian recipe month. This little dish is easy to prepare and can easily be doubled. This recipe yields 2 servings. Ingredients 3 tsp Instant coffee granules 3 tbsp Coffee liqueur (or Coffee Essence) 250g tub Mascarpone 85g Condensed milk 1 tsp Vanilla extract 4-6

Red or White? What is the better wine choice?

Red wine, as a health improver, has been studied for many years. Findings have been, that drinking appropriate amounts of red wine can actually promote a longer life span, reduce development of heart disease and in some cases even help prevent cancer. Even though none of the above has been proven medically, we do know

The benefits of Vitamin B Complex

Vitamin B Complex consists of 8 B Vitamins. All 8 of these vitamins play an important role in the body and will help boost your overall well being. To explain this better, I will discuss each B vitamin on its own. B1 Thiamine – helps the body to make new cells. It also helps reduce

[Recipe] Egyptian Koshari

This dish originated in India before British colonization. It was then made with only lentils and rice. Pasta was added after the British took the dish to their home country as it was an inexpensive dish, yet very filling. The Egyptians took this dish and improved it to what it is today. Koshari is a

[Recipe] Spicy Courgette Pittas

This delicious recipe is quick and easy to prepare. This recipe yields 1 serving. Ingredients 1 courgette or cucumber, trimmed and thinly sliced lengthways 2 tsp Harissa paste 2 tsp Olive oil Small handful broad beans (fresh or frozen) 2 tbsp Houmous 1 Spring onion, finely sliced 1 tsp Tahini paste Small garlic clove, crushed

How exercise can improve your health

Have you ever realized that the first thing a GP normally tells you to change is your lifestyle? The reason they do this is because it is ABSOLUTELY TRUE. They are not trying to fool you, they are actually giving you the best advise ever. By improving our lifestyles we can drastically improve our health

[Recipe] Bocconcini and Basil Turkish Pizza

This delicious pizza recipe is easy to prep and serves 4. Ingredients: 400g Turkish Bread, halved horizontally 2/3cup (170g) Tomato passata (tomato puree) or tomato pasta sauce 210g Bocconcini, torn (you can also use mozzarella) Basil leaves, to serve Method: Preheat the oven’s grill to 230ºC. Place the Turkish bread cut-side up on a baking

The Truth About Skin Cancer

Skin cancer is a serious issue in the world of cancer. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, over the past three decades, more people have had skin cancer than all other cancers combined. One person dies of melanoma every hour (every 54 minutes). On average, a person’s risk for melanoma doubles if he or she