It’s that time of year again. The shorter days and cold weather means our immune system needs a little extra attention and support to keep us well. Coughs, colds and flu are very common over the winter months. With our vitamin D stores declining and our body working harder to keep warm, plus the stressContinue reading “5 ways to support your immunity in winter”
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Looking After Your Heart Post 40
When we think of heart disease and heart attacks, we tend to associate it with men. Yet, while men are more susceptible to heart attacks after the age of 35, a woman’s risk increases once she hits menopause. The British Heart Foundation states ‘women are twice as likely to die of coronary heart disease, theContinue reading “Looking After Your Heart Post 40”
My 5 Top Foods For a Healthy Gut
“All disease begins in the gut” – Hippocrates This quote was attributed to the Ancient Greek physician Hippocrates nearly 2500 years ago, and he was not far off! Every time we eat or drink we are either feeding disease or fighting it! A healthy gut equals a healthy immune system, better mood and digestion. TheContinue reading “My 5 Top Foods For a Healthy Gut”
Broccoli Chili and Garlic Pasta Recipe
Pasta is a great comfort food and it does not necessarily have to be unhealthy. Having Italian parents meant I pretty much grew up on pasta. I am not gluten intolerant so I eat all different types of pasta: wheat, brown rice pasta, quinoa and millet pasta. The important thing is the quantity and theContinue reading “Broccoli Chili and Garlic Pasta Recipe”
5 Immune Boosting Foods
Winter is a time when it is very easy to catch a cold or the flu. If you have a strong immune system you are unlikely to become ill. A diet high in sugar, processed foods and too much caffeine will lower your immune system and open the door to illness. There are a lotContinue reading “5 Immune Boosting Foods”
Zucchini stuffed with prawns
I was first introduced to this dish at a friend’s house and loved it instantly! it makes a great appetiser and tastes great. It is also very simple and easy to prepare which makes it even better. Ingredients: 2 small to medium sized courgettes Low fat grated pecorino cheese 20 king prawns 1-2 garlic clovesContinue reading “Zucchini stuffed with prawns”
The Health Benefits of Garlic
Maybe it is because I am Italian but I just love garlic especially raw garlic. I just put it everywhere. It is so good for you. Not everyone finds it easy to digest and most people worry about having garlic breath. The secret is to get your partner and everyone around you to eat itContinue reading “The Health Benefits of Garlic”