Love them or hate them, there’s no denying that Brussel’s sprouts are a vitamin-packed addition to any meal… This mini, sweet and tender cabbage is a cruciferous vegetable, which means that it has the fantastic ability of aiding the metabolisation of excess estrogen , helping to prevent estrogen dominance. Our Brussel’s sprout recipe is also packed with antioxidants , which help to slow down the effects of ageing as well as protect your body against cancer-causing free radicals. Sprouts are best eaten in winter when they are seasonally available, as they’re sweeter and it’s better from a sustainability perspective. This means that they’re ideal for adding to your winter table as part of a larger dish or as a side, so why not experiment with them and banish once and for all the idea that sprouts have to be bland and boring?! We have included delicious pomegranate seeds in this recipe to bring colour and flavour to your dish. Nutritionally, nuts and seeds are pretty ama
Life is hard. Every day it seems like a new challenge appears to test your patience. You may not realize that chronic stress can also lead to long-term health complications. Living in a constant state of fight-or-flight tells your body to produce too much cortisol which can lead to weight gain, diabetes, mood swings, fatigue, and many other conditions. ( 1 ) While it’s important to take steps to manage stress, certain calming herbs can help strengthen your body’s stress response. Adaptogens are some of the best calming herbs because studies show they might make your body and mind more resilient to external stress. Keep in mind that adaptogens don’t work like prescription drugs for anxiety in that they kick in instantly. Instead, they need a few weeks to build up in your system before you notice the effects. When you need something in a pinch, however, other herbs and essential oils – like lavender oil – can ease symptoms almost instantly. 1. LEMON BALM Lemon balm , also kn
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