by Leila Dehghan | Mar 11, 2020 | Nutrition
Selenium is a trace element that is naturally found in the soil to varying degrees, hence the selenium level in plants depend on the amount of selenium in the soil the plants are grown. Why do we need selenium? Selenium is part of many enzymes which are substances...
by Leila Dehghan | Feb 22, 2020 | Nutrition
Calcium is a mineral that is found in the soil and is then absorbed into the roots of plants. Why do we need calcium? To keep our teeth and bones healthy and strong (99% of calcium is in bones &teeth) Muscle contraction Nerve transmission Normal heart rhythm...
by Leila Dehghan | May 10, 2018 | Nutrition
Most of us were raised as omnivores (eaters of plants and animals), and depending on our culture and our parents’ preferences, we always seemed to have certain items available in our kitchen. These were usually the type of items that could be used in many different...
by Leila Dehghan | Jan 1, 2018 | Uncategorized
Almost on queue as the clock strikes midnight, writers, bloggers and other prominent figures share their often conflicting opinions about whether we should set New Year’s resolutions or not. Each side, whether in favour or against, gives a very passionate argument on...
by Leila Dehghan | Dec 7, 2017 | Recipes
People often avoid eating avocado because they know it’s high in calories. What many people don’t realise is that this fruit contains nearly 20 vital vitamins and minerals and it can also help with weight loss. In fact, most dieticians consider avocado to be a...
