Dietary Fibre: The Foundation of a Balanced Diet
We mostly look at fibre if it’s soluble or insoluble, however, its viscosity and fermentability also play a role. Fibre has several functions, including supporting bowel movements, adding bulk to the stool, and preventing constipation.
Read MoreRecipe: Dark Chocolate Tart
In a mixing bowl of stand mixer, sift flour, icing sugar and salt. Cut cold butter in small cubes, add to the bowl with paddle attachment, mix on a slow setting until the flour has coated butter and it looks like a sandy texture.
Read MoreAgeing and Sarcopenia: Can we slow down loss of mu...
Sarcopenia is the muscle loss that we experience as we age. This decline is inevitable. However, we can slow down the muscle loss or even reverse it by doing strength training. Because sarcopenia affects multiple aspects of our health, it’s important to keep up with our strength.
Read MoreRecipe: Cheesecake
In a medium bowl add cream cheese at room temperature, mix in sugar until smooth. Add yolk and vanilla and mix until well creamy.
Read MoreRecipe: Pumpkin Seed Pesto
This easy pumpkin seed pesto is packed with fresh parsley, garlic, and capers. Ready in minutes, it’s perfect for spreading, dipping, or tossing with pasta. Keeps well in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Read MoreNutritional needs during pregnancy
Pregnancy places increased demands on the mother's body, requiring higher intake of many essential nutrients, crucial for the healthy development of the baby and the well-being of the expectant mother.
Read MoreRecipe: Grilled King Scallops and Yellowfin Tuna
Enjoy the fresh taste of the Adriatic with this grilled King Scallops and Yellowfin Tuna recipe. Served with a tasty tomato, olive sauce and a traditional side of silverbeet and potatoes, this healthy meal is full of flavour and ready in just 30 minutes.
Read MoreCinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum)
Cinnamon, a spice and also a herb, while used as a spice and flavouring agent also has anti-oxidant, anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer and anti-diabetic properties.
Read MoreRecipe: Clarified Butter
With the prices of butter and other dairy products going up, it might be a wise decision to start making your own butter. In this recipe, we will share how to make clarified butter, or more commonly known as ghee.
Read MoreUnderstanding the Nervous System: Balancing Stress...
Having healthy sympathetic (SNS) and parasympathetic (PNS) branches means that our nervous system will have a better balance between stress and relaxation. This then influences our general health and wellbeing, as well as our resilience.
Read MoreRecipe: Burnt Eggplant and Macadamia
Smoky, tender eggplant meets creamy whipped macadamia in this bold, plant-based dish. Char whole eggplants over a flame or BBQ until blackened and soft, then peel and season for maximum flavour.
Read MoreRecipe: Lemon Chicken and Noodle Soup
A light, aromatic chicken noodle soup with a zesty twist. In a large pot, combine chicken stock, lemongrass, cardamom, and bay leaf, and bring to a gentle boil.
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