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Life’s Unforeseen Turns: Desire to Live

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After losing her husband suddenly, Shona deals with the double bombshell of a cancer diagnosis for both her and her mother. We follow her journey through loss, chemotherapy and surgery. Despite the constant adversity, this is the start of something positive in her life.

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Recipe: Peach Crumble with Cardamom Custard

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A fruit crumble is fairly easy to make, and when in season, the taste of peaches and nectarines can surprise many at the table. Also, the cardamom-and-honey-based custard does make a difference when serving this dessert.

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Introduction to: The Ketogenic Diet (Part 1)

- 9 minutes to read

The ketogenic diet is designed to induce a metabolic state known as ketosis, where the body's primary source of energy shifts from carbohydrates to fats. Its first application was helping with epilepsy and reducing seizures. If a ketogenic diet is able to help with such a serious condition, we should wonder about the positive effects it might have on those who are already healthy.

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Recipe: Faux gras pate

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Explore the exquisite world of Faux Gras Pâté – a luxurious, ethical alternative to traditional foie gras. Indulge guilt-free in velvety flavors and rich textures.

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Type 1 Diabetes: Emergency Signs

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One of the key goals in the treatment and management of type 1 diabetes is to avoid the two acute complications. These are diabetes ketoacidosis and hypoglycemia, which can lead to cognitive impairment and in extreme cases shorter lifespan.

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Recipe: Lamingtons in Peach and Ginger jam

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Lamingtons covered in peach and ginger jam, and then rolled in desiccated coconut is a simple recipe, and popular with any generation. It goes fantastic with a cup of your favorite tea.

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Sodium (for nerve health, and fluid and minerals equilibrium)

- 7 minutes to read

Sodium is one of key electrolytes, most commonly found in salt (sodium chloride). Until the era of processed foods, sodium levels in our diet were steady, however, today it seems that we’re having 15-20 times more sodium than our body needs. These amounts, over long periods, lead to several health issues.

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Recipe: Baked frittata

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This is a fabulous little dish that takes only 30 minutes to prepare. Also, it is gluten-free.

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Diet for a Healthy Brain

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Our brain constantly requires high quality nutrients to function properly. Throughout our lifespan, the brain undergoes several changes in its chemistry and architecture to support various life stages, which is why knowing which foods to eat, and which to avoid is important for healthy aging and avoiding cognitive decline.

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Recipe: Gluten-Free Orange Shortbread Cookies

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Many of us enjoy a good shortbread with a cup of tea or milk. While the shortbread we usually buy in the supermarket is loaded with sugar and different flavor enhancers and additives, this recipe is very simple and straightforward. Also, it’s gluten-free.

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