The raw food diet is based on the belief that food that is uncooked and in its natural state, is best for the body. Although most food is eaten raw, heating food is acceptable as long as the temperature stays below 42 degrees Celsius. The fundamentals of the raw food diet claim your body’s ability to absorb nutrients is [...]
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12 Superfoods for Better Sex
Ever tired getting into the mood, after a stressful day? Chances are.. you’re not going to get very far. It is the mind, afterall, that is instrumental in determining sexual performance and sex drive in men and women alike. Despite this, foods that we consume can play a vital role in determining sexual performance too. [...]
Why Wolfberries (Goji Berries) can Improve your Eyesight
Have you ever heard of wolfberries or sometimes also known as goji berries? These are really common in Malaysia, and most Chinese households cook with these. Dried wolfberries can be added to savory soup and stew, braised claypot dishes, and even Bak Kut Teh (pork bone tea soup). Highly renowned in Chinese cuisine as an ingredient with great [...]
Lose Fat with the Mediterranean Diet , Part 2 – Liquid Gold
THE Spanish call it el oro líquido (liquid gold), and it’s no wonder. The olive tree, that symbol of peace and wisdom, contributes so much to the robust and ruddy health of those who use its oil regularly. For her 51st wedding anniversary, mum-in-law was especially pleased to receive a bottle of Tuccioliva Matilda 0.7 [...]
Top 12 Skin Superfoods, for a Sunless Tan
You’d love a tanned look but do not want to go out in the sun. You’ve heard of the sun’s damaging rays, but don’t want to miss out on that sun-kissed glow. What we eat and not just how much we eat appears to be important for a healthy appearance. Making a simple trip to [...]
Lose Fat with the Mediterranean Diet!
Today’s Guest blogger is my buddy Sue, who lives in Barcelona. She writes about why eating the Mediterranean staple daily has transformed her into a healthy little bunny. Here’s her post.. When I first arrived in Barcelona, I did as many tourists and some locals do: start the day with a croissant, often made with [...]
Top 13 Anti-Aging Items, Essential for your Youth!
Aging is something all women shudder to think about. It is characterized by wrinkles, lack of energy, libido, memory loss, declined physical capacity, mental and logical sharpness, and worse still, it might herald the incoming of diseases like cardiac problems, diabetes, blood pressure, or arthritis. Visits to the hair salon that used to be sporadic [...]
7 Foods that Can Keep you Looking Young
Have you ever wondered why your face looks older when you are down and depressed or stressed, but it immediately looks 10 years younger when you are happy and on holiday? Well, we cannot always have the ideal life, and many of us juggle our careers, kids and what have you. The good news is [...]
7 reasons for taking Fish Oils
There are many reasons why you should take Fish Oils as part of your diet. Essential fatty acids (EFAs) are the “good fats” that everyone needs in order to maintain optimal health. These “good fats” raise your levels of “good cholesterol,” and is great for the well-being of your heart. The health benefits of fish [...]
