It has been said that bad supplements are like a bad diet and I have to say I agree. Every day I get bombarded by supplement companies with products that promise to be the true elixir for a better life and increased health. The truth is that a good supplement should be supporting a busy… Continue reading A MUSHROOM SUPPLEMENT WITH A DIFFERENCE
Vitamin D, sometimes referred to as the “sunshine vitamin”, is a hormone-like, fat-soluble vitamin that your body produces when it is in direct contact with sunlight. Sunscreen however, important for protection from melanoma and rapid aging of the skin, blocks these rays. So while we do make it naturally, it is recommended to take supplements.… Continue reading 15 HEALTH BENEFITS OF VITAMIN D
Christmas can take its toll on our immune system as a lot of us eat more and move less. If you are tired of cooking and entertaining I have the perfect recipe using shitake mushroom that’s not only quick and easy but nutritious and delicious too. Shitake Mushroom’s are known not only for their great… Continue reading IMMUNE BOOSTING SHITAKE MUSHROOMS WITH SPAGHETTI, LEMON ZEST AND PARMESAN
There’s a lot of talk these days about healthy eating, but some things I hear make me question if we really understand what eating healthily means I have teamed up with the butlers pantry to explore the area of healthy food on the go. I have been given some of their winter menu to… Continue reading THE BUTLERS PANTRY TOP TIPS FOR EATING MORE HEALTHY
Anxiety is one of the most common neurological disorders, affecting 1 in 13 people in Ireland. Anxiety differs from fear in that, while fear is a rational response to a real danger, anxiety usually lacks a clear or realistic cause. Sponsored by Feeling anxious occasionally is normal.. people may feel anxious coming up to exams,… Continue reading MANAGING STRESS AND ANXIETY
Research has shown that making changes in your diet, lifestyle and reducing exposure to toxins can boost fertility for both you and your partner and also reduce the risk of miscarriage. Three months is the optimum period of time for these changes to take effect because it takes approximately three months for the follicles on… Continue reading HOW NUTRITION AND LIFESTYLE AFFECTS FERTILITY FOR BOTH MEN AND WOMEN
Instant-messaging, food-to-go, flash sales, relentless emails – all factors contributing to the increasingly fast pace of modern day life. Staying calm before and winding down after a busy day have never been trickier to master. All of us are beautifully unique and have different ways of managing this busy lifestyle but fortunately, to supplement… Continue reading FIVE BENEFITS OF ASHWAGANDHA: THE NATURAL REMEDY TO CALM A BUSY MIND
The Sun is shining, bees are buzzing, we are dining outdoors and every young lad in the country has a big aul farmers tan. This can only mean one thing. Summer is here and while it seems to last for just one day rather than a full season, it is still the perfect excuse to… Continue reading CHOCOLATE CHIP BANANA & PEANUT BUTTER VEGAN ICE CREAM
Black Garlic – White Tofu – Red Peppers Farmers markets can be hubs of culinary discovery. They surround us with tastes from our locality and from much further afield. My taste buds are frequently sent on mouthwatering adventures, from the sweet exotic flavour of the papaya fruit to the more savoury flavours of the salty… Continue reading DELICIOUS CRISPY TOFU WITH BLACK GARLIC
This powerhouse salmon salad is versatile and tasty while also wedged full of vitamins and minerals. Salmon itself is one of the most nutritious fish, packed full of iron, zinc, niacin, vitamin B6 and 12 along with a whole host of other nutrients for good health. As well as the mixed grain salad this dish… Continue reading THE LO-CAL KITCHEN POWERHOUSE SALMON
