BOOST YOUR DIET AND LEARN HOW TO INCLUDE FLAXSEEDS Flax seeds are tiny oil seeds that originated in the Middle East, where they have been consumed for over 6000 years. The Romans called this seed Linum usitatissimum, which means “very useful” and were probably aware of its health properties. Today linseeds have gained popularity…
UNDERSTAND AND BOOST YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM Let’s start by explaining what the immune system is to better understand what’s going on. The immune system is a complex organ system in the body comprised of white blood cells, skin, mucus and bacteria. Its central role is to seek, recruit, attack and destroy foreign invaders, such…
NUTRIENTS, CARBOHYDRATE TYPES & PREPARATION TIPS The internet is filled with expert fiercely defending their position as pro or against potatoes as healthy food. Some say, “Don’t eat potatoes; they are full of starch”. Others say sweet potatoes should be eaten every day and are the ultimate superfood. Who is right? The discussion…
HEALTH BENEFITS OF FIBRE RICH FOODS + TOP TIPS How many times have you heard that we should cut out processed foods and increase real food like fruit and vegetables? I bet million times. One of the reasons behind it, is fibre. Fibre is a non-digestible form of dietary carbohydrate that originates from…
THE HEALTH EFFECTS OF POLLUTION AND HOW TO MITIGATE THEM Every time that I come back in the UK from a holiday abroad, I notice how bad the air quality is in London. I have to cover my nose when walking along trafficked roads and I struggle to breathe. So, when few days…
A QUICK GUIDE ON FRESH AND FROZEN FRUIT AND VEGETABLES If I ask you to imagine healthy food, the answer is unanimous: fresh fruit and vegetables. Depending on the season, one might mention a juicy watermelon, crunchy carrots, watery celery or zingy lemons, neatly placed in an organised fridge, ready to be used…
3 POWERFUL SUNPROTECTIVE NUTRITENTS High on my to-do list this month is to spend quality time in nature, and surely I am not the only one dreaming to book a holiday on the beach. The next thought that come to my mind is, how to avoid damage to my skin? Growing up, I…
GET STARTED WITH ANTI-INFLAMMATORY DIETS What is an anti-inflammatory diet? It is an eating pattern that help to lower inflammation in the body, the main driver of chronic health conditions. Not many people know this, but there are few types of anti-inflammatory diets to choose from, depending on what you need/want to achieve.…
CAN TEA TREE OIL HELP WITH BREAKOUTS? Tea tree oil has been studied for decades for its potential benefits in the treatment of various skin complains, including acne. Tea tree (Melaleuca Alternifolia) is a small bushy tree from Australia, where the native population use it as a poultice to treat cuts and wounds…
ARE COLLAGEN SUPPLEMENTS WORTH THE HYPE? When we talk about nutrients for beautiful skin, collagen is always mentioned, and for a good reason. Celebrities have been using it to fight the effects of aging, and now many bloggers are sharing their experiences too. Collagen infused skincare products and oral supplements that can be…