Vegan Cottage Pie
Cottage pie, also called shepard's pie, is a family favourite in many households. But the red meat isn't doing your body any favours, so we have reimagined the recipe with lentils. It's just as tasty and much better for your health. Ingredients for the potato topping:...
Rest, Rest and a Different Type of Rest
By Dr Yakira Mishan As we approach the holiday period many may feel tired, burnt out and genuinely just exhausted. It is tempting to focus on only one type of rest- doing as little as possible and sleeping as much as possible; however, modern psychology tells us that...
Title: Fermented Foods: New craze or true evidence?
By Dr Odette Vos Fermented foods have in recent years, taken social media and the food industry by storm. They have been linked to gut health and improving the gut microbiome, a relatively new and growing topic in the medical field itself. I have enjoyed experimenting...
Vegan Mexican Fiesta
By Dr Megan Michaux This Mexican Fiesta recipe brings all the delicious flavours of Mexican food to life while being plant-based, high in fibre, and providing a great amount of protein. Mexican favourites like guacamole, salsa, and vegan...
Plant-Based Diets Could Cut Costs in South Africa
Written by Dr Roxie Becker “Healthy” lifestyle choices are often equated with buying food from Woolworths, only eating organic food, and drinking bottled water, and essentially only for the rich and privileged. Why should we even speak about eating healthy food with...
Home-made Sauerkraut Recipe
Sauerkraut, a traditional German dish, is made from fermented cabbage and has been a staple in diets worldwide for centuries. Not only is it incredibly easy to make at home, but it also comes with an array of health benefits, particularly for gut health. Let's dive...
Mushroom Asada Gyro (with avocado, pineapple, jalapeno & coriander)
SERVES 6 Prep time: 2½ hours (including marinade and assembly time) Cook time: 12-15 minutes By Dr Nyasha Gogoma Ingredients 500g braai mushrooms mushrooms 6 wholewheat pita breads 2 avocados, mashed 1 cup pineapple, cubed 2 jalapenos, deseeded and chopped Fresh...
Exercise: The Gateway to Lifestyle Change
By Dr Megan Michaux The implementation of behaviour changes associated with the pillars of lifestyle medicine is an effective way to improve health and wellbeing. However, bridging the gap between behaviour change theory and the practical ways to make the change...
Chickpea “tuna” smash sandwich
Chickpea smash sandwich By Eden Lurie Ingredients 1 can cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 heaped teaspoon wholegrain mustard 1 teaspoon capers + 2 teaspoons caper brine Juice of ¼ lemon 2 spring onions or 1 small red onion, finely diced 2 teaspoons vegan mayo (if...
Harnessing the Power of Atomic Habits
Harnessing the Power of Atomic Habits: Key Takeaways from James Clear's Bestseller Blog post by: Dr Eden Lurie In the quest for personal and professional growth, the formation of effective habits stands as a cornerstone. James Clear's book, Atomic Habits, has become a...
