Following this diet has proven successful for countless people over the past decade, however there is a risk of you becoming bored of your restricted food choices, especially during the first stage where you are limited to lean meats, fish, eggs and low fat dairy. To combat boredom you must arm yourself with a selection of tasty, quick to prepare dishes to help keep you going through each phase of the ... Read More

When you suffer from depression you may think that you are in it alone. If there is even one person that cares about you, then you are not. But, if you have children, they have picked up on the fact that something is going on with you. Those around you will eventually know that something is wrong. You might be able to hide your symptoms for a short while, but ... Read More

A mother constantly struggles to balance her life - dealing with running a home, a job, raising children, and maintaining a relationship with her husband are no easy tasks, so it's natural to feel overwhelmed sometimes. Many mothers will put their feelings of anxiety, stress, bad moods, and sadness to the many challenges that come along with motherhood. However, sometimes those feelings are a sign of a more ... Read More

Low-carbohydrate diets or low-carb diets are ways of eating that restrict carbohydrate consumption most often for weight management or for the control of obesity. Foods high in carbohydrates such as bread, rice and pasta are replaced with foods containing proteins and fats. For example, meat, fish, poultry, shellfish, eggs, cheese, nuts and seeds, along with other foods naturally low in carbohydrates such as salad vegetables, and some low sugar fruits ... Read More

We all know some women that look younger than their years, have glowing skin and thick, glossy hair, have lots of energy, and walk with a bounce in their step. But how do they do it? Your skin is both tough and delicate, being sensitive to some things and able to stand up to others. For an organ this versatile, it makes sense that a diverse, healthy lifestyle is best for it. The ... Read More

Cellulite has been a topic of conversation since it was first coined back in the 1920’s. Love it or hate it, and let’s face it, most women hate it, cellulite is condition that affects a lot of women of all ages and body shapes. But what can we do about it? Cellulite is a term used to describe curves, which people judge to be too plump and not very aesthetic. At the ... Read More

If eating healthier and weight loss are your goals this year, why not find an alternative to high-calorie, fattening desserts. Yes, you can have your cake and eat healthy, too. Plan ahead, take a few minutes, and create a healthier alternative in your own kitchen. Carrot Cake The average carrot cake has almost 1500 calories per slice. Yes, you read right. More than half of the daily intake of calories for an ... Read More

Once you have a craving for chicken wings, there isn't much you can do to stop it. From the messy spicy sauce to the juicy tender wings, you can't stop thinking about them. So off you go to your favourite restaurant for their wings. Now, I hate to bring this up, but a majority of the wings you get at restaurants are not the best for your waistline. The ... Read More

We all want to lead healthier lives and make better food choices, so why do we feel the need to sacrifice our decadent restaurant meals in pursuit of our healthy eating goals? You don’t have to forgo your favourite restaurant meals – just play with the ingredients and cooking styles to make delicious, healthy and satisfying meals at home that closely mimic the dishes you enjoy while dining at a restaurant. People ... Read More

The Mediterranean region itself is vast, encompassing many countries, lifestyles, eating habits, and cultures. As such, it would be difficult to say that the diet is representative of the whole region, or that it comes from one specific region. With that being said, it’s a known fact that people from Greece and Italy (and some other surrounding countries) have fewer medical problems per capita - like hypertension, diabetes, cardiac problems, etc. ... Read More