A health freak mom's thoughts on health and all things healthy
Oats are one of the healthiest grains you can choose, so they can be a healthy choice. They are high in fiber, which can reduce bad cholesterol and help you stay full longer. They also enhance the body’s immune response and stabilize blood sugar; plus, they’re gluten free. Over the years, there have been many research…
I am quite a coffee lover but due to time constraint, only consume instant coffee. Drinking regular coffee is linked to many health benefits (1, 2, 3) The question is – do these benefits apply to instant coffee as well? For those of you who need your quick fix of cup of joe every morning, have you ever…
Fermented dairy products have long been considered to benefit digestive health and yogurt has even been associated with lower risk of obesity and cardiometabolic risk in both children and adults. Yogurt can be a fantastic addition to a healthy and well-balanced diet, as long as you choose the right kind, and don’t suffer from an…
Do you think you stopped growing at age 16 or 18? Yes we may have stopped growing vertically at the end of puberty but did you know that some parts of your body continue to grow after the rest of your body is fully grown? My youngest daughter keeps commenting that my ears seem to…
I’ve recently jumped into the activated nut milk bandwagon and am loving it! Whilst some may think that activated nuts sounds like a modern fad, most traditional cultures soak, sprout and ferment nuts and grains and this has been in practice for centuries. It’s not that it’s been invented, rather it’s being re-discovered. Activating nuts…