SAMFA – Mushroom & Masoor Dal Tikki / Mushroom & Red Lentil Fritters
Makes ± 15 medium sized fritters Ingredients: Coriander & mint chutney: 2 bunches fresh coriander 1 small bunch fresh mint 1 green chilli 1 knob fresh ginger, peeled 1 Tbsp lemon juice ¼ tsp cumin 1 tsp sugar ½ tsp salt 2-3 Tbsp water Tikki / Fritters: 300g masoor dal / red lentils 625ml water […]
Mushroom & Green Bean Salad with Crispy Shallots & Garlic
Serves 6 Ingredients: 560g extra fine green beans 250g white button mushrooms, sliced 250g portabellini mushrooms, sliced 4 shallots, finely sliced 2 garlic cloves, very finely sliced 1 x 400g tin kidney beans, rinsed & drained 2 Tbsp olive oil 2 Tbsp sherry vinegar 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard 2 Tbsp capers 500ml neutral vegetable oil […]
Mushrooms are a dream Mediterranean diet match
Hundreds of health and recipe books have been written about the Mediterranean diet, and we would wager that mushrooms are mentioned in every single one. That’s because they are a fantastic food, ticking the box for health, flavour, cost and availability. They are, in fact, a good addition to all eating plans that focus on […]
SAMFA – Grilled Mushroom, Chicken & Papaya Salad
Serves 4 Ingredients: 400g portabello mushrooms, sliced thickly 2 small chicken breasts, cooked & shredded 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced ½ cup fresh coriander leaves ½ cup fresh mint leaves 1 small papaya, peeled, deseeded and sliced 4 Tbsp roasted peanuts, salted, chopped 1 small red chilli, sliced Dressing: 1-2 red chillies (depending on how […]
ROOIBOS TO SET SA APART IN BOOMING WELLNESS TRAVEL SECTOR
The global wellness tourism sector is experiencing unprecedented growth as tourists increasingly prioritise health, relaxation and self-care in their travel experiences. Research analysts value the current size of Africa’s wellness tourism market at USD 89.56 billion, which is expected to reach USD 114.24 billion by 2029. When looking closer to home, the Western Cape (45,2%), Mpumalanga […]
NUTRITION TO POWER UP ACTIVE LIFESTYLES
With an abundance of good weather, scenic outdoor environments and a national culture infused with a love of sports, it’s not surprising that active lifestyles are important to many South Africans. Gym, walking and hiking, running, cycling and swimming, soccer, tennis and lately, padel are popular pastimes helping us to keep fit and offering welcome […]
WAKE UP CALL: HOW TOO LITTLE SLEEP UNDERMINES YOUR HEALTH AND PRODUCTIVITY
Not getting the right amount of shut-eye increases our risk of developing a host of physical and mental health disorders, not to mention the impact it has on our daily life and productivity. Abdurahmaan Kenny, Neuroscience Product Manager for Pharma Dynamics says sleep deprivation is a growing problem. “Insufficient sleep has been linked to 7 […]
Preventive Measures and Managing Fever and Pain in Babies
As parents, every day brings its own set of adventures, from tackling common colds to soothing post-vaccination grumbles. With the right knowledge and tools at your disposal, you can navigate pain and fever in babies with confidence. Prevention Is Better Than Cure The saying, “Prevention is better than cure” rings especially true when it comes […]
Probiotics and Travel: Your Gut’s Best Friend On the Go
Travelling is an exciting adventure, but it can sometimes throw your digestive system off balance. Multi-strain probiotics contain a variety of live micoorganisms1a that provide health benefits,1b including enhancinggut health1c while on the move. Benefits of Multi-Strain Probiotics The human digestive system is filled with hundreds of different types of tiny organisms living together in balance with […]
Nature’s pharmacy for relieving headaches
The vast majority of people experience headaches, and just because they are really common neurological disorders doesn’t mean they don’t have a big impact. Headaches can be disruptive and are a major cause of missed school and workdays, as well as visits to healthcare providers. The World Health Organization (WHO) considers headaches as significant issues […]