Both kale and mushrooms are in season right now and are a great combo for a delicious dinner full of good things. And they are super easy to prepare. This is how I cooked them last night. You can… Read More
‘What to eat!’ series – #3 Spinach
Spinach is a leafy green vegetable, low in calories, packed with good nutrients and antioxidants. It is an excellent source of fibre as well as vitamins (A, C, E, B6, folic acid/B9, K1) and minerals (iron, magnesium, calcium, potassium).… Read More
‘What to eat!’ series – #2 Sardines
Sardines are one of the most nutritious food you can choose. They are an excellent source of protein, vitamins (especially B3, B12 & D) and minerals (calcium, selenium, iron, potassium, magnesium, zinc, phosphorus). They are also a great source… Read More
Simple Steps To Help Manage Anxiety – Part 2
In part 1, we saw that anxiety is the result of a dysfunction in our nervous system with an over-activation of the sympathetic nervous system to the detriment of the parasympathetic one. We learned that through the gut-brain connection,… Read More
Recipe – Tomato and Avocado Bruschetta
Serves 1 🍅 150 g (1 large) Roma tomato 🍅 100 g avocado 🍅 100 g (2 slices) heavy bread (such as rye, spelt) 🍅 60 g ricotta or cottage cheese 🍅 10 g fresh herbs (such as basil, coriander,… Read More
Recipe – Summer Berry Bowl
Serves 1 🫐 30 g rolled oats, or barley or buckwheat flakes 🫐 1 teaspoon honey, for drizzling 🫐 20 g mixed nuts and seeds of your choice (such as pecans, almonds, pumpkin seeds) 🫐 100 g (1 small) banana… Read More
‘What to eat!’ series – #1 Mushrooms
Mushrooms belong to the fungus family and contain beta-glucans which modulate our immune system. As such they are an important ingredient to add to our diet to support our health & prevent diseases. They reduce inflammation and fight infections… Read More
Simple Steps To Help Manage Anxiety – Part 1
Are you anxious or worried all the time? Do you feel overwhelmed by daily things? Are you feeling very alone as you struggle with uneven mood? Are you wondering what is wrong with you? Anxiety can affect anyone at any… Read More
The link between sleep and obesity – and ways to improve it
Are you suffering from sleep and weight issues? Are you wondering if the two are linked? A number of studies have shown an association between sleep duration and quality with obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease risk. Sleep loss is… Read More
Could your headaches be coming from your gut? (Part 2)
In our previous blog, we learned the crucial role the health of our gut plays on our mental health. By ensuring a diverse microbiome, we ensure a healthy connection between our gut and our brain, thus keeping symptoms such as… Read More
