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Astragalus membranaceus (Mongolian milkvetch)

- 6 minutes to read

Astragalus has been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine in combination with other herbs. Its root is used for health care purposes. Modern day studies and research show that Astragalus can assist with anemia, diabetes, cardiovascular health and several other health conditions and issues.

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Recipe: Lamb Cutlets

- 4 minutes to read

Place prepared vegetables into the roasting pan and season it with 30 ml olive oil, salt & pepper, 1 tsp ground paprika, 1 tsp chopped parsley, 1 tsp chopped rosemary and 6 crushed garlic cloves.

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Recipe: Bacon Hock Broth

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In a large pot cover the bacon hocks with cold water then bring to boil, drain the water and discard and then cover with cold water again. Add all of the remaining ingredients and bring to boil.

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Selenium (for healthy thyroid and immune system)

- 8 minutes to read

Selenium is an essential mineral found naturally in many foods. While in the 1800s it was considered to be a carcinogen, studies today show that it’s important for thyroid hormone metabolism, DNA synthesis, reproduction and a healthy immune system.

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Recipe: Grilled Pork with Apple & Sage with P...

- 2 minutes to read

Heat grill to high. Grate the zest from half the lemon and squeeze the juice from both halves. Split the pork fillet down the centre, cutting almost all the way through, and open out like a book.

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The Profound Intelligence of the Skin: The Skin as...

- 4 minutes to read

Our skin is much more than just a thin barrier. It is a part of our emotional, cognitive, and immune responses. A slight sensation of pain triggers a cascade of events that send signals to the brain, activating a stress response. Similarly, therapeutic touch like massage stimulates the skin in a positive way, sending signals to the brain that promote emotional and psychological well-being.

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Recipe: Rock Melon Risotto with Prosciutto and Cho...

- 3 minutes to read

Cut two small melons into halves and remove seeds. Using a fruit baller make melon balls for decoration and leave it on the side. Scoop gently and not too deep the rest of the melon into a bowl and crush it with a fork. Leave the shell of the melon in original shape with some melon flesh in it and intact.

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Potential Health Risks of Food Packaging: Plastics

- 7 minutes to read

While plastics are cheap and offer versatile options to food packaging, studies show us that they also pose a significant threat to human health, such as impacting fertility, immune function, and causing obesity, cancer and development delays in children.

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Recipe: Egg-free Brownie

- 3 minutes to read

A very simple and a quick recipe for brownies. We added orange zest and walnuts to give more life to the dark chocolate.

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Power Naps and Endocrine Health

- 6 minutes to read

Power naps and quality sleep in general show to have a significant effect on endocrine health, most specifically on growth hormone, insulin, testosterone and progesterone.

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Recipe: Vegan Crab Salad

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Use the coarse holes in a box grater to shred the extra firm tofu directly into a medium bowl, then add the remaining ingredients and gently stir together until combined.

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