Tag: Food

  • 4 Factors to Determine How Much Protein You Need

    4 Factors to Determine How Much Protein You Need

    Protein is a group of nutrients responsible for building and strengthening one’s muscles and helping repair body tissue. They are produced by amino acids, many of which you must gain through your diet. Even when one should consume recommended amounts of protein, such needs can differ per person.  Our health relies on the different things…

  • The Dangers of Hidden “Added Sugars”

    The Dangers of Hidden “Added Sugars”

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  • It’s Important To Know Exactly What’s In The Food You’re Eating

    It’s Important To Know Exactly What’s In The Food You’re Eating

    “You are what you eat,” a quote we’ve all heard a few times, which is extremely true. To ensure that we’re healthy from the inside out, we need to make informed decisions about the food we’re consuming. In this week’s edition of Wellness Wednesday, we spoke to Zukiswa Zimela of The Healthy Living Alliance (HEALA),…

  • Enjoy The Plettenberg Hotel’s Delicious Ancient Grain Salad Recipe

    Enjoy The Plettenberg Hotel’s Delicious Ancient Grain Salad Recipe

    Plettenberg Bay in South Africa is a popular international travel destination. Situated on a rocky headland on a pristine coastline with gorgeous endless sandy beaches is a five-star Small Luxury Hotel of the World aptly called the Plettenberg Bay Hotel. The hotel is renowned for its mesmerizing ocean vistas, food, and beautifully appointed accommodation. Here…

  • Want to Impress Your Guests? Here’s What to Cook

    Want to Impress Your Guests? Here’s What to Cook

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  • World Cancer Day: Expert Shares Nutrition Advice

    World Cancer Day: Expert Shares Nutrition Advice

    This World Cancer Day, we’re looking at how adequate nourishment can help the body heal in the best way it knows how. We’re paying attention to how various forms of cancer treatment often come with side effects that impact one’s ability to eat. This can include nausea and loss of appetite to mouth sores –…

  • Here’s Why You Should Be Snacking on Carrots

    Here’s Why You Should Be Snacking on Carrots

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  • When It Comes To Your Food Choices, Avoid Harm

    When It Comes To Your Food Choices, Avoid Harm

    I’ve come to realize that there are primarily two areas of focus for one’s health: first, avoid harm, in both food and practices, and second, be disciplined and informed in your choices, in both your food choices and practices.  Consequences of Your Food Choices What is critical to understand is that your food choices have…

  • Healthy  Recovery Breakfast: Quick Banana & Oat Flapjacks

    Healthy Recovery Breakfast: Quick Banana & Oat Flapjacks

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  • Healthy Holiday Dip: Roasted Beetroot & Cottage Cheese Dip 

    Healthy Holiday Dip: Roasted Beetroot & Cottage Cheese Dip 

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