functional food

Parsley has been used for centuries as a medicine and food and now new research is discovering exciting new possibilities for apigenin, an ingredient in parsley, in dealing with cancer.

Coconut oil is a medium-chain fatty acid. This means it’s great to help energy production while at the same time speeding up the rate at which the body burns fat.

Do you know which foods contain which vitamins?

Activated nuts are more nutritious nuts because they have been soaked and then dehydrated. This process allows any enzyme inhibitors to be released, preventing digestive problems and making them the perfect snack in between meals.

The corn on the cob that you know is actually an immature version of this grain. It is picked before it has fully ripened as this is when its sugar content is highest.

Autumn is an especially important time for us to nurture and support our bodies from the transition of seasons from Summer to Winter. The right food choices can help us to do that.

Your first and most important step toward a happy and fulfilling sex life is eating the right foods to make it all possible. Read on for some great tips and super-yummy recipes.

Some foods activate our metabolism, some foods slow us down, some nourish our kidneys, others our heart or liver. So when I come up with a new recipe I usually try and add as many ingredients that are closest to their natural form and that are rich in vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients and antioxidants and ultimately have a positive impact on our bodies.

What are the best foods to prevent heart disease? Did you know that these six foods that if eaten regularly could cut the risk of heart disease 76%?

Ditch the drastic detox! Eating cleansing foods every day is the shortest route to sustainable health and vitality.

Do you suffer from lacklustre skin, dry hair or brittle nails? You could be suffering from acidosis.

Good for your insides as well as your outside, this grain provides you with essential vitamins, iron, fibre and carbohydrates. It’s time to elevate the status of the humble oat.