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Recipe: Tempeh fusion bowls

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The name ‘tempeh fusion bowls’ came about from the blend of Indian and Japanese flavours in this meal! Tandoori spiced tempeh and chickpeas combine with warm rice, feta and a tangy, fresh salad.

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Binge Eating disorder: Is it a mental illness or an excuse to overeat?

- 9 minutes to read

Nearly 50% of people struggling with an eating disorder are binge eating, which makes binge eating quite common, yet not well understood. A binge eating disorder has received official classification as a mental illness in 2013, which tells us it’s the least researched of all eating disorders in terms of interventions and treatment.

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Sandalwood (Santalum spicatum)

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Found mostly in the Pacific region, sandalwood has had many uses throughout the history - from ceremonial burning to topical applications. With its woody and calming scent, sandalwood essential oil is today one of the favourites for stimulating endorphins, the pineal gland and relaxing tensions.

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Recipe: Golden gado

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A delicious mixture of vegetables and tofu with a peanut sauce. The raw kohlrabi is delicious.

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Diabetes untreated (Part 1): Microvascular diseases and health risks

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Diabetes is a complicated and debilitating disease on its own, and it gets more complex to keep it in check as the time progresses. Also, getting off plan, every once in a while, and not following steps as prescribed causes other health complications and risks. Today, we will see what these health risks are.

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Recipe: Mediterranean crust-less quiche

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This Mediterranean crustless quiche is an easier and healthier alternative to regular quiche. It tastes a bit like a soufflé and makes a delicious summery meal.

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Boswellia serrata

- 5 minutes to read

Boswellia serrata as a herbal extract is a powerful anti-inflammatory that helps with swelling and agitating conditions such as arthritis and asthma. For a long time, it has been one of the main go-to herbs in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. Today, it is being extensively researched as a part of modern medicine.

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Sleep apnea: How to cure it and get your sleep back

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Getting a good night of sleep is not always easy, especially in today’s world of technology, blue light, stress and family commitments. Many of us spend 6-8 hours in bed, but we still don’t feel refreshed in the morning, and we don’t know the reason why. Perhaps, we might be struggling with sleep apnea.

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Recipe: Miso chicken

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This Japanese-inspired miso chicken with crunchy apple slaw is simple and flavoursome. Make it more substantial with the addition of fresh buttered bread or a serving of brown rice.

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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

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Vitamin B2 is a water-soluble vitamin that helps our body to metabolize macronutrients and create energy. Riboflavin can be obtained from foods, but even with consumption of (processed) fortified food products, vitamin B2 deficiency can still occur. A better understanding of vitamin B2 might be helpful to improve our health.

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