Green smoothies are an invaluable addition to your daily menu this time of year. At a time when our bodies are likely to be confronted with colds and flu, green smoothies provide incredibly effective protection. Overall, green smoothies provide incredibly effective protection. Overall, green smoothies are alkalising, cleansing, energising, healing and highly nutritious because the […]
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Inflammation is the body’s natural response to an injury, infection or cellular damage. When our body is injured, it sends signals throughout the body that act as messengers so that key nutrients and immune cells can travel to the site of damage. Inflammation is a normal part of a healthy immune system but […]
Carbohydrates should make up the major part of your diet, accounting for two-thirds of the calories they consume. The type of carbohydrate is as important as the amount. Some carbohydrates, such as sugar, are ‘fast releasing’, which means they raise your blood sugar levels quickly. This leads to a sudden boost of energy and after […]
All ingredients can be bought in your local independent health food store. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and needs to be wholesome and filling. Breakfast sets you up for the entire day, and can really affect your mood and productivity. It’s vital for mental and physical health not […]
Hawaiian Root Vegetable Vegan stew Winter warmer one pot wonder so easy to make throughout the cold season to keep you snug and Honolulu warm, serve on a bed or brown rice or quinoa. Serves 4 vegan gluten, nut and dairy free Ingredients 1 red onion chopped finely 1 tsp of organic coconut oil […]
Support with emotional eating
Support with Emotional Eating by Oliver McCabe As a diagnosed emotional eater myself for many years I must live a daily routine to control filling the void being mindful rather than mindless with food including exercise, meditation and eating 3 small meals and 2 snacks a day, breakfast being the most important to set my […]
School lunches made easy
It may come as little surprise to learn that according to recent research in Ireland that the most popular items in a lunchbox are a sliced white bread sandwich with a filling of ham, cheese or chicken; crisps, a chocolate bar or biscuit; and a yoghurt or cheese snack. While, there’s nothing wrong with any […]
by Oliver McCabe Eating good healthy food (fruit and vegetables, grains, nuts and seeds, local fish and meats, dairy, eggs and organic food) is a necessity not a luxury but often people say, ‘I am trying to watch my spending, it costs too much.’ Well, that doesn’t have to be the case. 1. Shop at […]
Oliver McCabe Teenagers are nearly as stressed as adults these days due to pressure from school and friends. Stress easily promotes downward spiral of health. I see so many teenagers on their way to school stopping off at the local sweet shop and basically having their breakfast consisting of soft drinks, sweets and crisps leading […]
Many of us would like to cut down our sugar intake at this time of the year, but it can be difficult to resist the craving for sugary, sweet foods. Try the tips below to reduce your sugar intake. • Eat plenty of fibre. Fibre makes your body feel fuller quicker during meals, […]
