November is almost with us, but the weather is still very warm, making us wonder when will it finally change. As in the past years, our weather will most probably change overnight and take us by surprise. That normally means a rise in common colds and influenza as we have been warned by the health authorities. Whilst some opt for the flu jabs, which will still not cover one from the common colds, others prefer a more natural approach.

1. Eat plenty of fruit and vegetables, variety is key to ensure you are taking all necessary nutrients. ...

Mention the word Bacteria and everyone pulls a face. Scary monsters come to mind, the kind that would whip out anything that stands in their way. But not all Bacteria is Bad. Our gut contains cells that form 70% of our immune system, so the health of your gut has a huge impact on the health of the rest of your body. You may be surprised to learn that what keeps the gut healthy is bacteria, the good kind!

There are over 1000 species of good bacteria living in our gut and they all have different roles. We refer ...

More people are becoming aware of the benefits of following a plant-based diet. Watching a video or documentary on animal farming is enough for some to stop consuming meat, fish and dairy. Others choose to change their eating habits after learning of the impact these industries are leaving on our planet.

Whatever the reason for going Vegan, when one opts to follow this way of eating, there is always opposition by those concerned about the nutrient value of following this diet. I want to put these minds at rest that if done properly, a plant-based diet is ...

Weaning babies on the right nutritious diet is a worry for most parents. I remember doing extensive research on how to wean my daughter. I prepared all food from scratch save the yogurt which was store bought.

Pairing banana with avocado was a favourite. Potatoes, courgettes and carrots mashed together went down well. Raw vegetables went down a treat and at age one she would eat a large flat tomato at lunch. You may think I was lucky that my daughter loved her fruit and veggies.  Whilst I do consider myself lucky, I still worried that she ...

Whether you are lounging in your backyard or your rooftop, a trip to the beach or a walk in the countryside your skin is going to be sun kissed. Your skin can get damaged if you do not apply the right products and avoid sun exposure during peak hours.

My go-to remedy has always been Aloe Vera, an ingredient from nature providing beneficial soothing, moisturising and softening properties, whilst helping to restore dry and damaged skin.

Aloe Vera is perfect to soothe your sunburn.  Aloe Vera’s antioxidants, including beta-carotene and vitamins C and E, ...

In January, when Covid-19 had not yet hit Malta, I had published an article on Vitamin D (see here). Eight months on we have learnt a lot more on how important this Vitamin is for a healthy immune system.

A quick look at how we obtain Vitamin D

Few are the foods that are rich in vitamin D and we would need to eat large quantities to get the daily amount. Referred to as the sunshine vitamin, we can also absorb this vitamin ...

As Covid-19 has hit us in large numbers, the question most parents are asking is, naturally, if schools are going to open come September. Some are adamant that even if they do, they are not risking their children’s health. Others do not really have an option as fear of job losses still prevail.

It is a stressful situation, and with the knowledge that stress weakens the immune system, its the last thing we needs.

Fresh fruit and vegetables should be consumed daily. Allow young kids to eat using their hands as at the developing ...

The first step is to identify what is causing your stress. For some it is the fear of getting sick, others it may be work related, having to home school young children or making ends meet on a limited budget. Whichever the situation, you can take control and get better.

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Stress is a natural response to life’s challenges and can be a force for good, but when it starts to overwhelm us then it can become a real problem.

In conditions of prolonged stress, there is a constant production of stress hormones, but in fuelling the body’s continual state of readiness there’s less energy for maintaining healthy cells. Now it becomes obvious why stress over a long period is not healthy and will sooner or later take its toll on our wellbeing.

Everyone reacts differently to stress. To some people it is ...

The gut contains cells which form 70% of our immune system, so the health of your gut has a huge impact on the health of the rest of your body.

Inside every single one of us is a world of bacteria known as the microbiome.  These bacteria play a huge role in our health and wellbeing.  The cells lining the gut form a ‘wall’ which keeps the ‘bad’ bacteria safely in the gut and away from the rest of the body.  Bacteria like L. plantarum help to keep this wall healthy.

A nice healthy colony of ...