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‘What to eat!’ series – #4 Olive Oil

Is olive oil good for you? Olive oil is one fat that, when eaten with moderation, is good for our health and is considered a superfood. It contains mostly monounsaturated fat (oleic acid) that has anti-inflammatory properties, with a small amount of polyunsaturated fat and saturated fat. To benefit from its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, […]

5 Amazing Ways to Wave Goodbye to Brain Fog

Do you suffer from brain fog? Is it impacting your daily life? We are all experiencing it: we go shopping, park our car but then when we return, we need a little while to remember where we did park it… Or we want to say something to our partner but when we are free […]

Recipe – Kale & Mushroom Bonanza

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 use whatever quantities you want, it will keep for a few days once it is […]

‘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). It is mostly made of water so is a great way to boost hydration. It […]

‘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 of healthy fat, in the form of omega-3 which are anti-inflammatory. They are a very […]

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, we can manage the symptoms of anxiety by strengthening the parasympathetic nervous system. Simple steps […]

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, parsley, chives) 🍅 salt and black pepper, to taste 🍅 2 teaspoons dukkah (optional) […]

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 🫐 200 g frozen mixed berries 🫐 150 g Greek yoghurt 👉 Set aside […]

‘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 and can also act as “tonic” to boost our energy and our life force. A […]

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 time. In fact, anxiety is very common and about 8% of patients experience significantly anxious […]