Documentary | “Food Matters”
. “You are what you eat” We hear this time and time again, but what, if anything does it really mean to us. Came across a documentary, Food Matters, which goes into some fair depth (it’s 77 minutes long!) and...
If you do one thing for the Holidays…
. There are two types of people in this world. Those who fuss about the holidays, and those who don’t. You know, the ones who stress themselves out about what everyone else will think, only to stress and bicker some...
Bacon to the rescue
.   Because everything is truly better with bacon. Further to the post Escaping the heat where we discussed hydrating the body with summerlicious food, I came across this recipe that puts a twist on the good-old-faithful, fruit salad. A...
Cavities, Fat and Wrinkles
We are all more than familiar with the addictive power of sugar. Despite the fact that increased sugar consumption has been associated with increased blood sugar levels, which can result in the storage of excess fat, studies have shown that...
Escaping the heat
For someone who complains about winter weather all the time, I know that I probably shouldn’t bring up the subject, but damn its warm. No actually, it’s hot, swelteringly so. We’re talking muggy, sweat dripping down your legs humid. Walk-with-your-deodorant-and-actually-re-apply-it...
Tofu Anyone?
. Protein, not just any deep-fried ‘n fatty, fake protein, but lean, mean-machine protein is going to be my best friend for the next few months, at least. Well, with any hope, it really should be my friend moving forward...
Paunchy business
. The simplest way to cut calories is to cut your portions sizes. Period. Either eat less of what you’d normally eat, or eat on a smaller plate. Once. Here are twenty ways you can enjoy the munch without growing a...
Nutrition | Gluten free breakfast
For those of us who are plagued with a gluten allergy, but enjoy a hot breakfast and are watching our sugar intake, consider taking a trip to your local health food store and grabbing the ingredients for the breakfast below....
Health | Best foods
Help your body fight off disease by incorporating these foods into your diet. Preparing these foods crispy fried, candied, salted or creamed definitely doesn’t count. Whole grains e.g. Oats This whole-grain delivers cholesterol-lowering soluble fibre and energy-providing carbohydrates without spiking blood sugar levels. Oats...
All-in-One Meals
Eating properly doesn’t have to be a production, and need not require cast and crew. Cooking up a healthy, nutritious meal can require little effort and just one pan – be it a skillet, a Crock-Pot or slow cooker, a...