How healthy are your soft drinks?
Do you love smoothies and fruit juices? Of course, juicing and blending fresh fruits and vegetables yourself is the healthiest way to get great juice. But lots of people love...
Is it safe to eat raw meat during pregnancy?
Pregnancy, with all its do's and don'ts, can be rather hard to navigate. Some things, like cigarettes, are definitely out. But there are also many gray areas, and it can...
Best foods to eat to avoid constipation during pregnancy
During pregnancy, many unpleasant "side effects" can crop up. Morning sickness, heartburn, and even early pregnancy fatigue are all well known. But, did you know that the digestive system and...
Fish and omega 3 fatty acids during pregnancy
A healthy diet is essential during pregnancy, but knowing what to eat is not always easy. Omega 3 fatty acids, which mainly come from fish, are very important nutrients, but...
Is juicing really that good for your health?
Everybody is, it seems, talking about the benefits of juicing. That guy from Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead lost the huge amount of excess weight he was carrying around and...
How to get your toddler to eat anything
Toddlers are notorious picky eaters, but it doesn't have to be that way. How do you raise a toddler who will try anything at least once, and who enjoys a...
How to make vegetarian Greek Lentil soup
Lentils are one of the most protein-rich legumes around, and they've also got fibre, folate, vitamin B1, and iron. It's no wonder lentils are a true favorite among vegetarians. Here's...
Raw milk: yes or no?
Articles claiming that raw milk offers wonderful health benefits have appeared on many websites, and even in more reputable magazines and newspapers. It seems that raw milk is fashionable at...
Limiting calories to prevent pregnancy weight gain
Weight gain during pregnancy is healthy and normal but what if you are gaining a lot, and were already overweight to start with? Of course, "dieting" as such is not...
How to make real Greek Tzatziki
Tzatziki is a wonderful, traditional Greek salad that's available commercially from many grocery stores now. But, nothing beats home-made and the price is more appealing as well. This authentic Tzatziki...