TABLE OF CONTENTS The sun is upon us, and whether you want to or not, wearing sunscreen will become a necessity, especially with the many heat waves that some countries around the world have been experiencing, including Jamaica. Ultra Violet Radiation (UVR) are the main culprit, at least, too much of it, as a little …
TABLE OF CONTENTS Iron is a micro-mineral that is crucial to our health, especially for women. But sometimes our stores can run low because we are not getting enough for optimal health. While supplements are available that can help fill the gap, food is always the preferred source. This is where this smoothie comes in. …
TABLE OF CONTENTS There is a song that I used to sing in Sunday School as a child and it goes something like this – watch your eyes, watch your eyes what they see – don’t see! Thinking back on it now, I know it does have some spiritual connotations, particularly, the part that says …
TABLE OF CONTENTS The summer is indeed upon us and it is hot as never before. So, we have to find ways to keep hydrated and Cool. Here is one of our recipes in the series of ‘Beat the Summer Heat.’ For this recipe, all you need is pineapple, cucumber, ginger and your preferred sweetener. …
TABLE OF CONTENTS Acne is a common skin problem that can occur at any age due to many factors. However, the main factor of acne is inflammation that occurs in the follicles of the hair. Many ingredients are geared towards treating or managing acne, and mandelic acid is just one. Mandelic acid is a type …
TABLE OF CONTENTS Dementia is a term used to describe a set of symptoms that affects one’s memory, thinking and even how one socializes. As such, its development may be caused by the development of several diseases or abnormalities instead of a specific disorder or disease (cdc.gov; who. int). At present, there is no known cure. …
TABLE OF CONTENTS Here is another easy, but nutritious way to get your nutrients including iron. This cream of spinach soup is easy to make and very tasty. So, if you want to enjoy your spinach a different way than just a blended smoothie, then this soup will definitely help with that, it is creamy. …
TABLE OF CONTENTS Cerasee, bitter melon or Momordica Charantia as it is scientifically known, is certainly one of those plants or ‘bush tea’ or ‘sersi’ as we often say in Jamaica, that I have learnt to appreciate, but not necessarily love. I remember as a child, I would be given this or other sorts of ‘bitter’ …
TABLE OF CONTENTS Pumpkin is an excellent source of nutrients, especially vitamin A which is great for eye health. Plus, it is an easy food to prepare and can be added to many dishes. Here is one of them! Cream of Pumpkin Soup is a great way to not only enjoy an excellent warm dish …
TABLE OF CONTENTS Saltfish and Okra is also another popular dish in Jamaica. It is usually enjoyed for breakfast but can be enjoyed at any time of the day, including dinner. Okra is a vegetable that is packed with fiber and other essential nutrients while saltfish is high in essential fatty acids and protein plus …
TABLE OF CONTENTS There are so many diets proliferating the marketing space. Some are ranked as fads, while others are characterized as helpful with scientific backing. The Mediterranean diet falls in the category of the latter. The Mediterranean diet reflects the food and eating pattern of certain regions of the world that borders the Mediterranean …
TABLE OF CONTENTS There are so many ingredients or food kinds that are known to be good for us. However, the reality is that we cannot consume them all, at least in one go! Nonetheless, we can sure try to ensure that our body is nourished by potent ingredients that can help it achieve optimal …
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