So you think you know beetroot - the humble root vegetable, so often found in pantries in its pickled form since World War II. But truly, it is so much more. In fact, it is a nutritional powerhouse now widely regarded as a superfood! Humble beginnings The beetroot is no stranger to the average household.... Continue Reading →
Bad breath?
I think that most of us have experienced bad breath at some point in our lives, even if only as a first thing in the morning. However, when it becomes a lingering problem, it can cause embarrassment and have a negative impact on a person's quality of life when it comes to work interaction or... Continue Reading →
Antioxidants vs Free Radicals
We all know that oxygen is essential for all life... But did you know that, as well as being an absolute necessity for our survival, its use in the body can also result in the production of certain unwanted by-products? They are known as oxidants. Some of these oxidants will act as free radicals. Free... Continue Reading →
Antibiotics vs Gut
Good health begins with balance in the body. Did you know that there are twenty times more bacteria than living cells inside our bodies? Having the right kinds of bacteria (often "friendly bacteria"), in appropriate quantities, is essential for virtually everything from healthy digestion and nutrient absorption, to immunity and defence against infections. It's no... Continue Reading →
What is hiding in your food?
In this modern age of processed foods and the widespread use of artificial chemicals to enhance everything from taste and appearance to shelf life, you can no longer take it for granted that you know what is in your food just by looking at it. Food these days is not simple - do you really... Continue Reading →