As life expectancy has risen tremendously over the last century complemented with a falling birth rate in some countries, we will soon see an increasing number of elderly, who will soon outnumber the young ones. There is much for an…

Now, you can eat all you want and lose weight, by eating the right food… Losing weight need not be done the hard and expensive way. Instead of exercising, starving yourself or going for slimming treatments that might not even…

Why do people fast? When the word “fasting” is mentioned, the first thing that comes to mind is either of a religious practice or a way to diet and lose weight. Fasting, in simple definitions, means the abstinence of oneself…

Do you occasionally experience bloating, gas or indigestion? If you have occasional problems with your digestive tract, you’re not alone. Some of you may lose out on the pleasure of sitting down to a tasty meal because you know the…

Soy and soy products are found everywhere and used daily in our Asian cooking. Soy is often used as alternative to dairy milk for lactose-sensitive people. It’s perfect protein food for vegetarians. As in any wholefoods, soy is not completely…

In a landmark study involving thousands of women, called the Nurses Health Study, consuming more whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and fish – the same foods that guard against so many other diseases – lowered stroke risk by 30 per cent…

Eating can be a complicated thing. It’s more than something we do to give our bodies vital nutrients. We can turn to certain foods to buffer ourselves against certain emotions: Anger, Sadness, and Boredom. Experts estimate that 75% of overeating…

A renowned dietitian talks about the benefits of consuming fruits to alleviate common diseases Fruit has always been recognised as one of the healthiest foods there is. Anthropological studies show fruits have been an important part of the human diet…

Coconut The coconut is botanically referred to as the ‘Cocos nucifera’. It is a member of the Arecaceae or palm family. Coconuts are thought to have originated in the Pacific. Now, this plant is grown throughout the USA, the Pacific,…

Bell Pepper (Capsicum) Bell pepper, or capsicum, originates from Mexico, Central and South America, and belong to the nightshade family, Capsicum annuum whose members include potatoes, tomatoes and eggplants.These bell shaped vegetables, with their tangy flavour and bright glossy exteriors,…