OVERNIGHT OATS: 3 recipes in 1 For so many years I used to skip breakfast and go without eating anything until lunchtime, but then I would eat continuously until dinner time. I was constantly craving sweets and carbs and I thought that I just had a sweet tooth. Now I know that by skipping…
HOW PROPER HYDRATION CAN ALLEVIATE PMS SYMPTOMS PMS (premenstrual syndrome) consists of a range of physical and emotional symptoms that a woman can experience during the days or weeks leading up to the bleeding. It can vary in severity and type of symptom: there are over 150 symptoms associated with PMS, from bloating…
CREAMY SALMON An easy and very tasty recipe that is also healthy. Does it sound unachievable? Think again, because you will love this recipe! As with all my recipes, this Creamy salmon is dairy free, gluten free and packed with nutrients. Instead of using butter or cream, I choose coconut milk instead. Although coconut…
CHOCOLATE ENERGY BALLS During the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle (the last half before bleeding) is very common to experience sweet cravings. This is because of the hormonal fluctuations, particularly around oestrogen and progesterone. During this phase, if you are suffering from PMS, is best to limit the consumption of high sugar foods,…
TOFU TIKKA SKEWERS Skewers are often a summer staple, with or without meat, but can be also cooked in the oven and enjoyed all year around. For this recipe I put an Indian spin and created a vegetarian version of the famous chicken tikka masala, but on a skewer. The spices used are turmeric,…
TURMERIC FOR PSORIASIS: EFFECTIVENESS AND HOW IT WORKS An autoimmune, inflammatory condition, psoriasis affects up to 3% of the population (statistics from Europe and north America). It is characterised by skin lesions that looks like flaky red/dark brown patches that produce scales, usually around elbows, knees, scalp and lower back. This condition is…
HARISSA CHICKEN Chicken is the absolute most common source of protein in UK (and around the world), and sometimes we might feel tired of the same old recipes. I took inspiration from north Africa and added my beloved harissa paste. The main ingredients are chillies, garlic, coriander, oil, lemon juice and spices. For convenience…
3 WAYS TO CREATE BETTER GUT HEALTH AT WORK When it comes to gut health, the priority is to be free from bloating, pain and discomfort. So many times, I have suffered from one or more of these symptoms, and probably you too at some point in your life. This is because when it…
WHY AM I TIRED? 10 COMMON CAUSES OF FATIGUE (number 5 will surprise you) Fatigue is characterised by a general feeling of low energy and a chronic tiredness that doesn’t go away even if you rest more. Fatigue and tiredness are becoming increasingly common in the general population, a 2021 study (DOI 10.3238/arztebl.m2021.0192)…
GREEN PEA GUACAMOLE How many ways you can make guacamole? Like hummus, the possibilities are endless. This time I wanted to add a source of protein to it, so when I dip my nachos, I have all 3 essential macronutrients (carbohydrates from nachos, protein from peas and fat from avocado). This is a great…