An old-fashioned brew could be just the tonic this Winter. Thanks to its health-boosting properties, two cups a day could even save your life… Tea really is the best drink of the day – not just because of its refreshing taste, but because of its powerful ability to improve our general wellbeing. Scientists are finding […]
Healthy Eating
How to have a healthy gut and boost your immunity
Good digestive (gut) health is the cornerstone of our immune system, helping to fend off illnesses and help us thrive. It will come as no surprise, then, that looking after our guts and understanding a bit more about what they do for us is an important part in staying healthy. Kick-started the moment we start […]
7 nutrition-based anti-ageing secrets
CNM (College of Naturopathic Medicine) Natural Chef and Nutritional Therapist Tasha D’Cruz shares her 7 secrets 1) Colourful vegetables offer vital nutrients, including antioxidants. Leafy greens, pumpkin and sweet potato strengthen immunity; berries, onions and legumes deter allergies and viruses; broccoli and cauliflower support the liver; celery aids bone health. 2) Food Prep: Pot-roast, braise, […]
Edinburgh Wellbeing Festival to return in 2020
Edinburgh Wellbeing Festival is set to return to the Assembly Rooms on 1ST and 2nd of February for another packed weekend of talks, classes and workshops to help us all lead healthier and happier lives. The festival will feature some of the biggest names in wellbeing, covering everything from plant-based diets, physical fitness and yoga, to menopause, mindfulness, mental health […]
The Mouse’s Favourite: Vegan cheese tasting in Kirkcaldy
Cheese loving Fifers are being urged to get along to a special plant-based cheese tasting event at Health Food & More in Kirkcaldy this Saturday (2 November) to discover new, dairy-free alternatives. Vegans and cheese lovers alike are invited to join in the free tasting session between 10am and 5pm to sample alternative, artisan ‘cheeses’ […]