Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) is a famous herbal remedy with a reputation for improving liver function, but is that reputation justified? Many people are kicking off January by going on detox diets which often involve taking milk thistle and other liver supporting or cleansing herbs. But are they just wasting their money? Well, not if […]
A meta analysis and systemic review of the studies available on ginger and it’s effects on blood pressure showed that regular ginger consumption in the over 50’s helps to lower blood pressure. A total of six randomised clinical trials were looked at which included 345 participants. To get a positive result the participants needed […]
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Did you know eating mushrooms is extremely good for your health? Did you know that eating mushrooms is likely to help your body fight candida and definitely won’t make it worse? Did you know that Lovastatin, the drug used to lower high cholesterol levels, is extracted from mushrooms? Mushrooms have an extremely long history of […]
This delicious and simple recipe (discovered on the BBC Good Food website and amended) is good enough to serve to guests at a dinner party and works equally well as healthy mid week dinner. Or you could make it and store portions in the fridge and have it cold over two or three days as […]
Here’s What You Should Know Everyone knows the feeling that overtakes us as winter drags on well past the holidays. We look outside at a cold, desolate world with gray skies and ask ourselves, “Will spring ever arrive?” In most cases, these emotions are just part of our annual winter blues. They’re unpleasant but far […]
This time of year can be really stressful for teenagers studying for exams. Some students seem to breeze through it while others get extremely anxious, suffer with poor sleep, depression, and literally become sick with the pressure. If your child is having a hard time, improving their diet and, if you are able to, their […]
Delicious, quick and easy to make and incredibly healthy! This vegan friendly recipe is fab for lunches or lighter mid week dinners. Did you know cumin has very powerful antioxidant qualities and helps to prevent chronic disease such as cancer and heart disease and slows the ageing process? Lentils are a great source of protein, […]
The current UK recommended daily intake of vitamin C is 40mg, but is this enough? Should we be taking supplements, or will they do more harm than good? Recommended daily allowances (RDAs) are generally set to prevent vitamin deficiency diseases. Lack of vitamin C causes scurvy, which ultimately leads to death if adequate vitamin C […]
Keeping drinking water! Try and have at least four glasses of water in addition to your other drinks to keep you hydrated and to stop you over-eating (people often mistake thirst for hunger). Drinking plenty of water will also help to keep your skin looking bright and fresh. Get outdoors every day for a brisk […]
