Ingredients For the Dough: 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast1 ½ cups warm water (around 110°F / 43°C)3 ½ - 4 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)2 tbsp olive oil1 ½ tsp salt For the Sauce: 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes (or cook down your own)2 tbsp olive...
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Understanding and Enhancing the Immune System for Optimal Health
The immune system is our body’s built-in defense network, responsible for identifying and fighting off harmful invaders like bacteria, viruses, and toxins. This complex system comprises a vast network of cells, tissues, and organs—such as the white blood cells, lymph...
The Neurochemicals of wellbeing, and how to get them!
Exercise isn’t just about building muscles or improving cardiovascular health—it also plays a significant role in our mental wellbeing by influencing neurochemicals that enhance mood, reduce stress, and sharpen cognitive function. Different types of exercise stimulate...
Understanding Leptin and Insulin: Why They Might Be Contributing to Weight Gain
In the journey toward achieving and maintaining a healthy weight, hormones play a pivotal role. Two hormones, in particular, often come under the spotlight when discussing weight gain and metabolism: leptin and insulin. But what exactly are these hormones, and why...
Hydration – how much?
Hydration is an approximately measurement of reserves of water on the human body, and a severe reduction in hydration from either no water intake or diuretic usage is known as dehydration. The Importance of Hydration: Daily Needs and Special Considerations for...
No Bake Dark Chocolate Tart
Straight from the guys at Nuzest here's another healthy yummy version of a dessert I'm sure most will enjoy. The yumminess! Feel good food, that's healthy? Sign us up. Discover our 'no-bake dark chocolate tart' for something naughty but nice this season. Dairy Free,...
The consequences of changing your diet incorrectly
When you embark on a diet, especially one focused on weight loss, the goal is usually to reduce body fat. However, this process often comes with unintended consequences for your muscle mass, particularly if you stop resistance training. Muscles are crucial for...
Kombucha: benefits and recipe (with Gaz Oakley)
The Benefits of Kombucha: A Natural Health Elixir Kombucha, a fermented tea drink, has gained widespread popularity for its numerous health benefits. Originating in ancient China over 2,000 years ago, it is made by fermenting sweetened tea with a symbiotic culture of...
The Benefits of Keeping a Food Diary
In today's fast-paced world, maintaining a balanced diet can be challenging. Between busy work schedules, family commitments, and the convenience of fast food, it's easy to lose track of what we're eating. This is where a food diary comes into play. Keeping a food...
Sweat – why do we do it and what’s normal?
This one comes inspired from a Les Mills article I read and found interesting. For some it's a badge of honour and for others something to stay away from for fear of embarrassment. There’s nothing abnormal about sweat. It’s a fundamental bodily function that provides...
