Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
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.
Read MoreRecipe: Coconut & Pumpkin Dal
There are many versions of dal around the world. This version is my hybrid and was a firm favourite in the Nurture Cafe. Play with the amount and variety of spices to suit your family!
Read MoreExercise Guide to: Curvy Calves
Calves have an important role in our movement and posture, and if they're not at their optimal length, they can pull other muscles out of alignment. Also, having defined calves is quite aesthetically appealing, both in men and women. With a proper exercise guide and some dedication, you too can develop curvy calves.
Read MoreRecipe: Warm potato, capsicum and bacon salad
For a delicious weekend brunch serve with a poached egg on top and aioli on the side.
Read MoreRecipe: Cauliflower and tuna macaroni cheese
A healthy version of macaroni and cheese with cauliflower, corn, peas and tuna.
Read MoreThe power of a smile: How to improve your health a...
Recent research is showing that smiling lifts our mood while decreasing stress-producing hormones such as cortisol. It also has a profound effect on our brain, and serotonin and endorphin levels. Today, we will learn how to tap into the power of smiling.
Read MoreRecipe: Vegan Burritos
A delicious versatile vegan burrito that you can make to your own taste and eat on the go or make for meal prep where you can freeze and take out for lunch the next day.
Read MoreCalcium (for healthy bones, teeth and heart)
Calcium is an essential mineral, important for bone, teeth, nerve and muscle health. It is especially important in adolescence in order to support bone structure, function and growth. As there are particular groups of people that have a higher calcium requirement, we need to know if we are getting enough calcium from our diet or if there is a need for extra supplementation.
Read MoreRecipe: Golden Stir Fry Tofu
Tofu and lettuce aren’t traditionally the most delicious of combinations… but this golden stir fry tofu is actually a really tasty, easy dinner that you can have on the table in under half an hour.
Read MoreSweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis)
The refreshing scent and aroma of oranges always puts a smile on our face. It gives us the zing. Sweet orange essential oil does even more, as it stimulates relaxation and helps with inflammation, especially due to viruses and bacteria.
Read MoreRecipe: Tomato, potato and asparagus salad
The secret of this salad is using lovely new season waxy potatoes. The asparagus can be eaten raw or cooked to your preferences.
Read MoreDiet and the Brain – Proteins (cognition and...
Protein is an essential building block for our muscles, hormones, neurotransmitters and many other tissues in the body. Given that nearly 10% of our brain is made of protein, it’s important to understand how protein impacts our brain and affects our cognition, mood, energy levels and other functions.
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