December 31 2017Succulent salmon fillets are barbecued to perfection on nifty skewers. A delicious starter to add to your New Year feast. 0:20 Prep 0:10 Cook 8 Servings Capable cooks INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped 2 teaspoons sea salt 1/2 teaspoon dried chilli flakes 5 kg skinless salmon fillets, preferably cut from the centre, cut into 4 to 5cm pieces...
Read more December 30 2017The spine is literally the backbone of your body that keeps it together. It’s important that you take care of it at any age. Below is a list of everyday activities that, as it turns out, might harm your spine. Brushing your teeth When we stand, the pressure on the spine is much higher than during a long walk. If you have to stand for hours every day, you should...
Read more December 29 2017Everything from a hard workout to underlying disease could explain your shakes. You notice the shaking most in the morning when you’re texting or drinking your coffee. Or it could be an all-the-time affliction, causing your hands to quiver whenever they’re hanging at your sides. You’re not alone. A shaking or trembling body part—also known...
Read more December 28 2017It’s the end of December, which means there’s a good chance you are thinking of ways to live healthier in the new year. Whether you want to drop 10 pounds, improve your cholesterol or have more energy, we have five food-related New Year’s resolutions that will help you achieve your goals. 1. Mindful eating 2....
Read more December 27 2017If you’ve ever had a urinary tract infection, then you know the agony of that terrible burning feeling and relentless need to pee—and you’d probably do anything to avoid getting another. 1 in 5 women experience a UTI at some point in her life. And while men can get them, too (UTIs are the second...
Read more December 26 2017You can’t miss the sudden, intense pain. Here’s what else to watch for. Anyone who has ever had a kidney stone knows how miserable it can make you feel. Kidney stones develop when high levels of salt and other minerals in the urine stick together. Over time, these congealed bits can form stones ranging in size from...
Read more December 25 2017A roast dinner with all the trimmings might feel like a lot of work in the kitchen on a hot Christmas day, and it might be too much for your tummy as well. Here’s what happens to your body and why you might want to plan a lighter menu. BRAIN The after-meal sluggishness and fatigue...
Read more December 24 2017Whip up an easy and quick Christmas dish, ready in 20 minutes. 0:10 Prep | 0:10 Cook | 8 Servings | Easy INGREDIENTS 2 firm but ripe avocados, halved, peeled, and pitted 2/3 cup (loosely packed) fresh coriander leaves 1 clove garlic 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice PRAWNS AND CORN 400g streaky bacon,...
Read more December 23 2017If you’re the type of person who’s constantly glued to your phone, be warned: Looking down at your screen can be the equivalent of putting up to 60 pounds of extra weight on your spine, according to a new analysis published in the journal Surgical Technology International. You already know that the caved shoulders habit is bad posture and a recipe for back pain. But turns out,...
Read more December 22 2017Step away from the sugar cookies—and use these totally doable tips to ease into a healthier routine. Many people refer to the days between Christmas and New Year’s as a “twilight week.” The bulk of the holiday season is behind us, but the fresh start of the new year still lies ahead. It’s tempting to consider this cozy in-between...
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