Recipe: Egg-free Brownie
A very simple and a quick recipe for brownies. We added orange zest and walnuts to give more life to the dark chocolate.
Read MorePower Naps and Endocrine Health
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.
Read MoreRecipe: Vegan Crab Salad
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.
Read MoreBacopa (Bacopa monnieri)
Bacopa is one of the herbs that some of us used consistently before exams at university, since as students we needed all the help we could get with learning and retaining information before a big exam. In saying that, today research shows that Bacopa can also assist with ADHD symptoms, and has anxiolytic, antidepressant actions and antioxidant actions.
Read MoreRecipe: Almond Halva
A simple recipe for almond-based halva, in case you prefer almonds more than the traditional semolina.
Read MoreArm Day and Muscular Development: The...
The triceps are a group of large muscles found at the back of our upper arm. Since they contribute to about two-thirds of our arm’s volume and total size, as well as having an important role in how our arm functions and operates, we need to give it proper attention when exercising.
Read MoreRecipe: Vegetable Fritter with Apple Chutney
Enjoy this flavorful combination of crispy fritters with a tangy, spiced chutney!
Read MoreHealth Benefits of Slow Breathing: Secret...
Additional studies show that different slow breathing techniques have a positive impact on pain management, relaxation and sleep, increasing our immune system and physical performance, and managing blood sugar levels.
Read MoreRecipe: Sweetcorn, Lime and Coriander Salad...
Heat your BBQ or oven to 180°C and cook the corn whole, in the husk for 45 minutes. Remove from the heat and stand for 20 minutes. Slice the corn off the cob and place in a bowl. Remove the seeds and dice the capsicum.
Read MoreVitamin A (for healthy eyes, glowing...
Vitamin A is an essential fat-soluble vitamin first found in butterfat and egg yolk. It is an important nutrient for the health of our eyes, skin and immunity. Deficiency in vitamin A can increase risk of infection, infertility and growth and development issues, as noted in research done on children in Uganda.
Read MoreRecipe: Crunchy Kale, Almond, and Pear...
Blend all vinaigrette ingredients in a high-speed blender or food processor until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed and set aside. Heat a small skillet over medium heat. Add chopped almonds and toast for 1–2 minutes, tossing occasionally to prevent burning.
Read MoreGinger (Zingiber officinale)
In traditional medicine, ginger is highly praised for its healing properties. Today, modern medicine and research states that ginger possesses antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and analgesic activity. Therefore, it can assist with liver and respiratory health, reducing joint pain due to rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, and can even positively impact metabolic health that might have been compromised due to obesity or diabetes.
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