Amino acids are an important part of a balanced diet. However, can eating too much of a good thing be bad? In this article we look at the health risks and side-effects of consuming more than the recommended amount of amino acids.

Duck fat adds a special flavour to these roasted potatoes. You can serve hot with your favourite roast – lamb, chicken, duck, turkey, beef or pork, or as tapas with a dipping sauce.

Balanced and healthy eating is an important pillar in maintaining our health. However, due to many reasons that can occur in our life, we sometimes might have a difficult time controlling when and what we eat. When that happens, we must be aware of it, and by following tips in this article, we can prevent a downward spiral of binge eating that can significantly impact our physical and mental health.

A great balance of vegetables and protein. Instead of smoked fish, you can also try turkey, which is a great source of protein and tyrosine.

Several areas in Sardinia have a higher population of centenarians when compared to the rest of mainland Italy. Also, in Sardinia men seem to have the same life expectancy as women. This is in sharp contrast to other regions, which makes us question – what longevity mysteries does this mountainous island hide?

This recipe is a fantastic source of both animal and mycoprotein (from mushrooms). It's a tasty dish, combining meat, mushrooms and potatoes. If you can, always select organic New Zealand beef and lamb.

Neurological disorders are the second leading cause of death and the primary contributor to global disability, and the number of individuals living with brain-related diseases is projected to double by 2050. Are you willing to become just another statistic, or are you prepared to ensure that your memories stay with you until very old age.

Making guacamole is easy, but making great tasting guacamole take a little bit of effort. Also, avocados are a great source of monounsaturated fats, which makes this recipe tasty and nutritious.

The quad muscles are important for a variety of movements, and several issues can occur either due to over activity or underuse, which is why preventative exercises are there to reduce the risk of injury and allow us to keep moving.

Blueberry muffins are a treat on their own, especially with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee. They're fast and inexpensive to make, and quite possibly everyone’s favorite. However, what happens to the taste when you add a hefty portion of orange zest… because they can’t possibly taste better. Or can they?

Some of the food additives that we can still find in New Zealand manufactured foods, have already been banned in other countries. This includes certain food colours and dyes, artificial sweeteners and flavouring agents. With a recent study saying that 69% of food products in our supermarkets are ultra-processed, there is a high probability that we are consuming these potentially harmful additives on a regular basis.

This dish takes its name from “phla”, the herb-heavy Thai salad (not to be confused with “pla” or fish), and "goong," which means prawn or shrimp. Fresh, juicy shrimp takes center stage in this easy-to-make salad, which can be served warm or chilled or at room temperature.