If you’re eager to boost your body’s levels of cancer-fighting antioxidants, look no further than the walnut. Walnuts and Almonds are the superhero’s or should I say, super nuts of the world. They are incredibly high in antioxidants, which can fight the free-radical damage that contributes to cancer, heart disease, premature aging and cell death. […]
Eating clean while on holiday is tough, but if you want to have less tears post holiday (when you try to put on your skinny jeans, or step on the scales), then eating clean is paramount. Even if you cannot eat clean every single meal, the best way is to start off each morning right, […]
I love fresh Apricots. Even more so than the dried ones. Fresh apricots are excellent sources of several important nutrients, including fiber, potassium and antioxidant carotenoids. The drying process actually degrades a fruit’s content of water-soluble and heat-sensitive vitamins such as vitamin C – however, other nutrients do become more concentrated. Dried apricots actually provide […]
“An apple is an excellent thing — until you have tried a peach.” George du Maurier (1834-1896) God I love peaches. These days, I find it hard to eat any other fruits. One raw medium peach (approx. 150 grams) has 50 calories, 0.5 grams of fat, 0 grams of cholesterol and sodium, 15 grams of […]
You keep hearing, time and time again, that red wine is good for the heart. But is it true? While red wine does help in reducing blood pressure, providing antioxidants, and a substance called resveratrol, moderation is key. Because if you overdo it, the other end of the spectrum is alcoholism, and that’s a place […]
There’s nothing like a huge bowl of plain, sugar-free Greek Yoghurt to kick-start my day in the mornings. Well that, and figs. Instead of reaching for the sweetened yogurts, I find adding “live foods” and natural sugars, to my plain yoghurt, in the form of fiber rich fruits, so much more appealing. Figs are a sweet […]
So what’s the most healthy oil that you have in your kitchen? I think most folks would say, Olive oil. Thanks to its healthy fats i.e. monounsaturated fats and antioxidant vitamin E, olive oil is prized for its protective properties on the heart, but lately, olive oil has gotten some steep competition in the nutrition […]
In Asia, we are blessed with interesting condiments and spices. So many of our ingredients that spice up our food and lend flavour, are actually good for us. Here are five powerful health-enhancing foods, that don’t seem like health foods, but are terrific sources of minerals and antixoidants. However please note that it is very important to consult your physician […]
So you’ve worked out hard all week and your muscles are feeling the brunt of your punishing routine. Your muscles are screaming out in anguish and your body is about to give up with the aches and pains. Have no fear. Here are 5 Ways to treat Sore Muscles .. pain be gone! CHERRY JUICE […]
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 […]
