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Did you know that coffee is good for you? New findings have shown that coffee is a rich source of antioxidants that contribute significantly to your daily total antioxidant intake.What are Antioxidants and what role do they play in your bodies?Every ...

Did you know that coffee is good for you? New find...

Some days you wake up chirpy and energetic waiting for the day to begin and some days you arise wishing there were a few more hours left to sleep.Whether you wake up full of energy or get out of bed wishing for something that will kick start your day...

Some days you wake up chirpy and energetic waiting...

Detoxification or better known as ‘Detox’ diets have gained much popularity as well as controversy for many years and continue to be of interest as people are becoming more and more health-conscious. The idea behind most Detox diets is to remove toxi...

Detoxification or better known as ‘Detox’ diets ha...

From casual get-togethers to warm family conversations, business meetings and friendly chats, coffee is a beverage enjoyed at a variety of occasions by people all across the globe. Not to forget the pleasure of the morning boost we get from our cheri...

From casual get-togethers to warm family conversat...

As you know, food plays a very important role as part of our culture and heritage and we do not need a special occasion to get together with family and friends over lunch or dinner. Rather it seems that our lives socially revolve around food whether ...

As you know, food plays a very important role as p...

“I’m on a diet!” How often have you said these words to your friends or family and declined many invitations for lunch or dinner? How many times have you gone hungry and cranky from the idea of eating so little? If you can relate to that, here’s good...

“I’m on a diet!” How often have you said these wor...

Feeling hungry again? But, before you decide to make that trip to the refrigerator – pause, take a deep breath and think for a moment. Is it your body or your soul that needs the food?In fact hunger could be related to two factors: physiological and ...

Feeling hungry again? But, before you decide to ma...

The first thing that a woman does after she discovers that she is pregnant is start to take extra care of her body and what is going into it in order to ensure the good health of her baby!You can be sure that the first thing your doctor will do is ma...

The first thing that a woman does after she discov...

Being a mom will always be the most demanding job you’ll ever have, and you love it. Motherhood is all about love, care and giving of yourself. Being a mom, you tend to give without limits that sometimes you forget about yourself.Since you are consta...

Being a mom will always be the most demanding job ...

It’s 3am and you’re awake. All you can think of is that tub of chocolate ice cream in your refrigerator. Or is it that packet of chips? Or both!This may seem odd to most, but is a familiar feeling for mums-to-be. Statistics say, more than 3/4 of all ...

It’s 3am and you’re awake. All you can think of is...

Did you ever think why your body needs more nutrients during pregnancy and breastfeeding? During these important phases, your body undergoes many transformations which require you to make changes in your diet.So pay attention to the quality of the fo...

Did you ever think why your body needs more nutrie...

With the extra joy of finding out that you’re pregnant with twins (or more), comes the responsibility of paying extra attention to your diet. You will definitely need more nutrients than a woman carrying one baby: not just more quality, but also more...

With the extra joy of finding out that you’re preg...

Many women during their pregnancy will always be asked how much weight they have gained. Moderate weight gain during pregnancy is normal as your baby’s growth and development will depend on it. The extra kilograms will eventually be lost after delive...

Many women during their pregnancy will always be a...

Exercise has become a vital part of many women's lives. However, theoretic concerns have been raised about the safety of some forms of exercise during pregnancy.To begin with, you should consult your doctor before starting any physical activity.Then,...

Exercise has become a vital part of many women's l...

Many women may not give importance to their nutrition before pregnancy and may not get all that they need of the different nutrients essential for the demands of pregnancy; that is why becoming healthy before becoming pregnant is very important.Pre-c...

Many women may not give importance to their nutrit...

Pregnancy is one of the most nutritionally demanding periods of a woman's life and an adequate supply of nutrients is essential to support fetal growth and maternal tissue growth.That's why, it is important to eat a variety of foodsand also know whic...

Pregnancy is one of the most nutritionally demandi...

Taking care of your health and eating the right foods during pregnancy would result in a smooth pregnancy and lessen its undesirable side-effects.During the first trimester, pregnancy hormones start to elevate in your blood and your body will start t...

Taking care of your health and eating the right fo...

Are you thinking twice about drinking coffee because you are pregnant? With increased attention drawn to nutrition and health, many women wonder if it is safe to consume products that contain caffeine during pregnancy.Women can now put their minds to...

Are you thinking twice about drinking coffee becau...

Pregnancy is a time for the growth of the new maternal and fetal tissue. But did you know that about one third of your iron stores will be passed on to your developing baby to form its blood and then stored for future use?This is why your daily need ...

Pregnancy is a time for the growth of the new mate...

Congratulations on the birth of your baby! Breastfeeding is important not only for your baby but for you as well! Breast milk is the perfect milk for your baby as it covers all his nutritional needs for the first 6 months of life as well as provides ...

Congratulations on the birth of your baby! Breastf...

Your body experiences many changes during pregnancy, and now after delivery, your goal is to regain your pre-pregnancy weight and maintain it. And to achieve your goal, you are ready to go on any strict diet! But be patient and consult your doctor ab...

Your body experiences many changes during pregnanc...