Avocados – Healthier Babies and Slimmer Waists
OK, so we already know that avocados taste great and are full of goodness. But as it turns out, there are some other amazing benefits from eating one of the world’s favorite foods… healthier babies and slimmer waists. Avocados are rich in essential vitamins, minerals and healthy fats… In addition to being a nutrient-rich whole […]
South Indian Masala Dosa
Ricotta and Peach Pancakes
Seduction Unlimited – 10 Unashamedly Romantic Restaurants
We all have our favorite restaurant. We like it for a multitude of reasons – location, food, the staff, value and/or the ambience. But what if you had the choice of dinner for two at any restaurant anywhere in the world? Where would you choose? What would form your selection criteria? Here is a selection […]
Should we be giving our kids fruit juice?
Which would you choose for your child – a 12-ounce bottle of Coca-Cola, or a 12-ounce glass of apple juice? I can almost see you roll your eyes. It’s not rocket science, right? Of course, you’ll go for the apple juice – it’s fruit! And fruits are healthy. But stop right there… do you […]
What you need to know about Vitamin K
The last, but certainly not least, among the long list of vitamins is vitamin K. It is fat-soluble in nature and plays an important role in three body processes: regulation of calcium levels in the blood; bone metabolism; and blood clotting. It is interesting to note that the K in vitamin K actually stands for […]
What you need to know about Vitamin E
If you want healthy eyes, glowing skin, and a stronger immune system, you want to make sure you’re getting enough vitamin E in your diet. Not only that, vitamin E has antioxidant properties which help protect your cells from damage brought about by free radicals. You’ve heard about free radicals, of course – freely circulating […]
What you need to know about Vitamin D
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble micronutrient which is often called the “sunshine vitamin.” The human body can naturally synthesize it through sunlight exposure. It is important that we get enough vitamin D because it plays a part in making sure that we have healthy bones and a properly functioning immune system. The Basics of Vitamin D […]
What you need to know about Vitamin C
Vitamin C, or Ascorbic Acid, is essential for proper growth and development. It helps maintain the health of connective tissues such as blood vessels, bones, and skin. But perhaps the most widely known function of vitamin C is its ability to stimulate the immune system. The Basics of Vitamin C Ascorbic Acid plays various roles in […]
Scurvey is back and you may be at risk!
Scurvey! That scourge of old-time sailors, stuck at sea for months with no fresh food. It’s back! Tiredness, aching limbs, hair and tooth loss, skin blotches and even spontaneous bleeding. Horrific, but it’s back! And I don’t mean in war-torn regions or among malnourished refugees. I mean in your neighbourhood. The human species, along with […]
