We’re all aware of the infamous “beer belly” but why does alcohol make us fat? Well, the answer to that question is two-fold: Firstly, alcohol is highly calorific, containing 7kcal per gram and it can easily be over-consumed. Compared to other components in our diets, alcohol is more calorie-dense than …
S is for Strawberry Ah, the strawberry. Bright red, luscious fruit. Rich and romantic, truly delicious! Eating strawberries can make your teeth appear whiter (apparently!) In truth, there is no scientific evidence of this however, if you eat strawberries and your lips turn redder then voila! your teeth appear a …
P is for Pineapple Juicy, refreshing, delicious. The king of tropical fruits, it even comes with it’s own green spiky crown. ๐ Fresh pineapple is the only known source of an enzyme called bromelain ๐ Bromelain helps digest protein and has anti-inflammatory properties [PLEASE NOTE: Bromelain supplementation is NOT recommended …
Ramadan is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting. Muslims participating in Ramadan will not eat or drink from sunrise to sunset. It is common to have 2 meals in a 24 hour period, the suhoor, just before sunrise and the iftar, just after sunset. This fasting can …
In a review commissioned by the World Health Organisation, reported by the BBC shows that 90% of us don’t get enough fibre in our diets. Fibre is essential for healthy digestion and it thought to reduce the likelihood of developing heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes. It’s recommended that …