Hydration is a key factor for health. We need to drink plenty of water every day to keep our bodies and minds running smoothly. And with the questionable safety and quality of some municipal water sources, bottled water can seem like a tempting way to satisfy our thirst. But water in plastic bottles comes with…

Oh, sweet water. One of the key factors for healthy living is to be properly hydrated. Water is essential for nearly every organ and system in the body, which is 50 to 70 percent water. Water regulates body temperature, maintains cellular health, supports waste removal, and enables nutrient absorption. Acute dehydration is responsible for most…

Place the garlic, ginger, coriander, curry powder and chilli in a blender and blend into a smooth paste. Set aside. Heat the oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, for 3-4 minutes until softened. Then add the paste and cook, stirring for a 2 minutes or until fragrant. Add the…

In a small bowl place the orange juice, orange zests, ginger, and pepper. Mix it well. Season with salt and whisk in oil. Using a sharp knife, peel the oranges by cutting the skin and white pith away. Cut the oranges into crosswise slices. Arrange the arugula leaves on a serving plate and top with…

This is a dish that you will get at a fancy restaurant. It looks difficult and a chef special but it is very easy to make. I am sure you must have tried tomatoes stuffed with vegetables or meat. This is the healthier version with a tasty filling of quinoa. You can sprinkle some cheese…

This salad is a good way of incorporating healthy food in your daily diet plan. It is crunchy and chewy owing to pecan nuts and raisins. Kale adds freshness to the salad. Pecan nuts are high in fiber and omega 3 fatty acids. They are also anti-inflammatory due to the high quantity of magnesium found…

Ingredients 1 pound white potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes cup milk, warm 1 tablespoon butter 1 onion 1 cup red bell pepper, sliced 1 cup sliced carrots 1 cup peas 1 cup sliced green beans 1 cup cooked or canned (rinsed) red lentils 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 cup vegetable stock 1 tbsp…

In affluent countries the numbers of overweight and obese children are skyrocketing. Obesity is a serious health concern that sets the stage for debilitating and deadly illnesses to develop. A study at the Harvard School of Medicine discovered a 27 percent increase in the numbers of children with high blood pressure over the course of…

Oh, carbohydrates. How we love the sweet doughy taste of carbs, and the brain chemical release that gets triggered when we indulge in starchy goodness. We feel amazingly energized for a few glorious minutes. Then our blood sugar crashes, the brain chemicals wear off, we want more, and more, and more carbs, until we are…

I had some friends round for a meal a couple of nights ago. Hes a chef so he knows his stuff so the meal had to impress but shes a new vegan. One who, in one fell swoop, knocked all sorts of foods out of her diet to claim this vegan status. While shes somewhat…