Have some beans and lentils. Here’s why
I know what you may be thinking. Beans come with a gas factor of…, and as for lentils, some people go with ‘meh’ because what can you do with lentils? Spoiler alert: lots! Will you them a second chance? Why …
Eat dandelions!
A fair warning: the title is not a metaphor or a figure of speech. I mean it: Eat dandelions. Here’s the thing: most people think of dandelion as a weed and continue to wage war against it every chance they …
Prevention makes the journey better
Do you believe in prevention? I do, very much so. It’s hope giving and it’s empowering, and that combination is what we need at any point in life, more so when doubts about health and longevity kick in. It’s not …
Longevity drinks at your fingertips
Do you drink tea? I hope you do, because certain kinds can reduce your risk of chronic disease and keep your brain sharp. Also, what’s easier to prepare than a cup of tea? Growing up, we always had a kettle …
Eat colours for health and longevity, and happiness too
What’s the secret to a long and healthy life? That’s the million-dollar question (or a billion, if you consider inflation these days). Is it healthy food, low stress levels, regular physical activity? You can definitely add more to the list, …
Let’s talk sugar
Ok, let’s say from the beginning that this may not be the most popular post. But since we’re here to talk nutrition, this is that one topic that we cannot push to the side. Yes, it’s about sugar. It’s not …
The family you need to befriend for life
It’s almost spring! Early mornings are getting brighter and warmer, and that means a whole lot of mud too, but hey, transitions are like that, no? A bit messy. As a kid, I was anticipating the arrival of spring because …
On fibre and its amazing benefits
What do apples, flax seeds, brown rice and French lentils have in common? If you guessed fibre (or fiber, if you prefer American English), well done! Fibre is one of our best allies when it comes to health, mental health …
How is your relationship with food?
Imagine a backyard space sheltered by grapevine, with a table set out – plates, cups and cutlery glistening in the early evening soft orange light. You see sliced sourdough bread on a cutting board, crispy crumbs peppered around it, a …
The how and why of fermented vegetables
Where do you stand on consuming fermented vegetables? Yay or nay? It’s a mixed bag, we can agree on that. Some love them and others eat some occasionally because they are supposed to be good for you, right? Then comes …