How much water should I drink, when and why?

How much water should I drink, when and why?

Your body is about 70% water and you only need to lose 1% of that to be dehydrated. What does that mean when it comes to our daily consumption? How much water should you drink? Do you know how much you weigh in kilograms? If you multiply that by 30 you get the amount...
Courgette pesto salad with fresh tomatoes

Courgette pesto salad with fresh tomatoes

This is a delicious way to eat fresh courgettes, the olive oil marinades them and makes them tender while they retain their lovely sweet flavour. This plum sauce (Umeboshi paste) is a great vegan alternative to parmesan and still gives a tang to the pesto. Preparation...
Tired of feeling tired – what is fatigue?

Tired of feeling tired – what is fatigue?

What is fatigue and how is it different from simply being tired? I particularly liked this definition: “Fatigue is a daily lack of energy; unusual or excessive whole-body tiredness not relieved by sleep.” And then there’s COVID fatigue. This can leave...
Protein-rich granola

Protein-rich granola

This recipe is perfect for keeping hormones balanced for those that don’t want a savoury breakfast. Ingredients 1 bag of 400g of mixed nuts1-2 tablespoons coconut oil1 x half tsp cinnamonHoney or maple syrup (optional)Natural yoghurt (optional)Fresh berries (optional)...
Should I eat breakfast or not?

Should I eat breakfast or not?

I know I can’t skip breakfast, I never have been able to. Can you? And do you know what impact it’s having on your body? There is some discussion that skipping breakfast increases the risk of Type 2 Diabetes particularly in women and then there is...