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According to research from the Mayo Clinic, eating a high sugar and carbohydrate diet seemingly increases the risk of memory loss. The study of 1,230 people between 70 and 89 found that those who ate the most carbs in their lifetime were 3.6 times likely to suffer from cognitive decline including problems with memory, language, …
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Enjoy this easy delicious chocolate cake that no one will believe is healthy. Rich in iron, magnesium and zinc. And surprisingly its vegan too. INGREDIENTS 1.25 cups of wholewheat flour 1 cup rapadura* 0.3 cup of cocoa powder 1 tsp baking powder 1 cup warm water 1 tsp vanilla essence 0.3 cup of vegetable oil 1 …
If you’re looking for a more natural alternative than cough syrup for curing your cough, I think I have just what the Doctor ordered. Hot Chocolate Did you know, a small trial at Imperial College London found that theobromine ( an ingredient in cocoa) was a more effective cough suppressant that codeine? But before you …
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Lentil & Coriander Salad Serves two Ingredients: 2 cups lentils, drained 1 spanish onion, diced 1 red capsicum, diced 2 lemons, juiced 1 bunch coriander, diced pepper of taste Directions: Combine lentils, onion, capsicum, coriander. stir in lemon juice, slowly to taste. add pepper to taste. NB: I served my salad under a fresh piece …
Kale Krackers (Chips) Ingredients Bunch of kale 1/2-1 tbs of oil Seasonings- salt is necessary but feel free to get experimental with other spices you like. I love garlic powder mmmm. Method Preheat a fan forced oven to 150 degrees celsius and line 2 baking trays (so to space the kale pieces out). Cut your …
Ingredients: 3 cups oats – 1/4 cup slivered almonds – 1/3 cup coconut – 1/4 cup ground flaxseed – 1/4 cup pepitas – 1/4 cup sunflower seeds – 2 tsp cinnamon – 1/2 cup apple juice – 1 tbs honey – 2 tbs agave nectar – 1tbs macadamia oil – 1 tsp vanilla – 1/3 …
I did something desperate to shed some weight. I did it because I was being educated and I guess even a little pressured in a way by an individual who did it and does it and it’s working great for him/her. This person knows their stuff too- research, evidence…big words and everything! Surely, it must …
What is Polenta? Polenta is ground cornmeal, and is both wheat and gluten free. It is rich in carbohydrates and insoluble fibre. I am a big fan of polenta, in all its bright yellow glory and its soft porridge-like texture. While I normally use polenta as a ‘soaker’ for curries or stews (in place of mashed …
More good new about flaxseeds (also called linseeds)! Researchers from University Hospital, Holguin City, Cuba found that flaxseeds reduced blood pressure in a study of 110 patients with raised blood pressure. After 6 months the flaxseed group saw a fall of 10mmHg in their systolic pressure ( the top number) and 7mmHg in their diastolic …
Gluten-Free, Healthy Banana Bread Ingredients: • 2 cups almond meal/flour • 3 ripe bananas, smashed • 1/4 cup coconut oil • 3 eggs • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon • 1 teaspoon vanilla essence • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (I used the juice from an …
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