Parsnip is a root vegetable that I love adding to heart-warming stew or soups at this time of year. It presents as a long cream-coloured root and has a strong, sweet and nutty flavour. It is a source of… Read More
‘What to eat!’ series – Bananas #23
Recently a friend asked me if it was ok to eat bananas. So here is a bit more info about them. We can find bananas everywhere these days, but they originally come from Southeast Asia. They vary in colour… Read More
Warning! Eliminate Processed Foods for Strong Gut & Mental Health
It is important to understand how food either helps or hinders us. Research confirms that consuming ultra-processed food (UPF) damages our gut microbiome and as such our physical and mental health. As discussed in previous blogs, our gut microbiome… Read More
‘What to eat!’ series – Aubergines #22
Aubergines are part of the nightshade family of plants, as are tomatoes, peppers & potatoes. They are also called eggplants or brinjal in certain regions of the world. Like tomatoes, they are in fact a fruit but most of us… Read More
What is a Good and Healthy Breakfast?
We often hear of the importance of having a good and healthy breakfast. But why? Benefits of a good breakfast A good breakfast: gives us the essential nutrients, vitamins and minerals we need to sustain the energy and drive… Read More
Comment avoir un petit-déjeuner bon et sain?
On entend souvent parler de l'importance d'avoir un bon petit-déjeuner. Mais pourquoi est-ce si important? Bienfaits d'un bon petit déjeuner Un bon petit déjeuner : nous donne les nutriments essentiels, les vitamines et les minéraux dont nous avons besoin… Read More
‘What to eat!’ series – #21 Kefir
What is kefir? Some of you may not know it. Kefir is a fermented milk drink (usually cow’s, sheep’s or goat’s milk) where kefir grains - a starter culture of yeast & lactic acid - are added to milk. Over… Read More
Exercice, Endorphines et Bien-être
Si vous n'en avez pas déjà, la fin de l'été est un bon moment pour commencer une routine d'exercice avant le début des mois "plus sombres" où il est souvent plus difficile de le faire. C'est une merveilleuse façon… Read More
Exercise, Endorphins & Wellbeing
If you do not have one already, the end of summer is a good time to start an exercise routine before the start of the “darker” months when it is often more difficult to do so. It is a… Read More
‘What to eat!’ series – #20 Tomatoes
This is the time of the year to enjoy this wonderful fruit (yes, it is a fruit despite being generally considered and cooked as a vegetable) at its best. Summer conveys images of juicy, sweet & colourful (red, orange,… Read More
