No matter what point of our lives we are at, it is essential to take care of our joints. As we go through life, we rely on our joints to be in the best possible shape. With hectic daily schedules and an increasing culture of convenience, we tend to take many things for granted or […]
Aloe vera is a multi-purpose natural remedy which has a long history of popular and traditional use. Today it has widespread use in the cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and food industries. You will find it in beauty products like skin moisturisers, soaps, shampoos, sun lotions and others. But aloe vera is not only applied topically in a […]
Cod liver oil has been used as a remedy for centuries – people used it for treating and preventing rickets in children but also for treating the chronic pain of rheumatoid arthritis. Today, cod liver oil is still popular but what does it do for our health actually? Is it worth taking? Is it really […]
There is no doubt the summer is over and autumn has started. Days are getting shorter, mornings are colder and the short sleeves are not often to be seen. Inevitably, we are now getting less exposure to sun’s rays which means that our bodies produce less vitamin D naturally, if any at all. Natural sunlight is […]
Quite a few years ago I stopped using sunflower oil and replaced it with healthier rapeseed oil. That’s because I discovered that sunflower oil was pretty unhealthy actually (in my opinion) and rapeseed oil seemed like a much better option for cooking. I remember finding a bottle of cold-pressed rapeseed oil in a supermarket and […]
Many of us love nothing better than to start the day with a big mug of strong coffee. But while the extra boost and shot of caffeine may be a great way to get a little bit of additional energy ready to face those early morning weekday starts, is your favourite cup of joy actually […]
We all know why we should eat enough fruits and veggies, right? But just to remind you… Vegetables and fruits are full of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants and consuming them will help you get essential nutrients your body needs in order to stay healthy. If your body doesn’t get enough of the right nutrients, this can […]
Want to know which foods will keep you healthy? Then read on to find our pick of 5 healthy foods. Kale Kale has long been mooted as a super food. Rich in calcium, it helps to build healthy bones and ward off osteoporosis. High in fibre, it will keep your cholesterol down and ‘ahem’ – […]
Not all the people are aware of this but protein is an incredibly important part of our diet. Every cell in the human body contains protein and you need protein to help your body repair cells and make new ones. For this reason, it’s really important to eat a healthy and balanced diet that contains enough protein. According […]
If you want to lose some weight you may think that replacing sugar with artificial sweeteners is a good idea. Do you drink lots of tea or coffee and cannot drink it without sugar? If you add two heaped teaspoons of sugar to every cup of your favourite drink and you drink four cups a day, this […]
