In a recent blog on the benefits of walking, a thought was spared to what the human body was designed for, such as ancient man walking long distances on a daily basis in search of food and shelter. It also makes one

The proposed taxation of sugar sweetened beverages, recently announced by the National Treasury and widely reported in the press, forms part of the national strategy for the prevention and control of obesity by the Department of Health.  This is an effort to

A lesser known type of starch, referred to as resistant starch, is far more beneficial to our health than “normal” starch.  (Resistant starch = resistant to digestion.) Starch is digested and absorbed in the small intestines. It is broken down quickly during

Gluten and wheat intolerant? Yearning for the wonderful (but forbidden) taste and smell of freshly baked bread? Why not try the sourdough option, as some people with intolerance to commercial breads (either to the yeast or the wheat or both) may not

Introduction Most mothers-to-be are well aware of the added responsibility to eat healthy food and be healthy during pregnancy, for their sake and for the sake of the baby.  Many mothers however, may not be aware that the baby’s brain development has

The amount of refined and processed sugar that children consume annually has become a major concern internationally.  Studies indicate that many kids eat their bodyweight in sugar annually.  In South Africa young kids eat an average of 8 teaspoons of sugar a

B(anting) or no to B(anting)? Low fat or low carbs? The list of diets that claims to work goes on and on. It is all rather confusing. There are so many foods to avoid. In desperation you ask yourself: What should we

It’s well-established that your diet can significantly help reduce the risk of developing cancer.  Growing evidence from recent studies shows that eating the right kind of foods plays an important part in helping to prevent breast cancer. CRUCIFEROUS VEGETABLES: Cruciferous vegetables such as

 What is fibre in food? Dietary fibre is mostly made up of the indigestible parts of plants, which pass relatively unchanged through our digestive system (stomach and intestines).  Fibre is essential to keep the digestive system healthy.  Food such as fish, meat

There are few things as refreshing as an ice cold drink on a hot day. But is it really as good for you as it feels? Sugar, like alcohol and cocaine, activates the brain’s reward area, causing the nerve cells to release