Published on November 14, 2016

‘Tis the season of boozy office parties, end-of-year celebrations, lavish Christmas meals, and many a bottle of Champagne. Family, friends and the promise of presents, are all reason to be jolly, but overindulging in festive treats might leave you ringing in the new year with just a few more kilos than you’d like. With clever planning, and a few of...

Published on November 12, 2016

Sometimes, amidst the daily rush of school, work and kids, putting together a wholesome, balanced plate of food can be a real battle. But with a few of our simple tricks and a basic meal plan, you’ll be cooking healthy and wholesome dishes in a flash!

Published on November 11, 2016

It’s the month of Movember, and despite some of our countrymen’s ridiculous attempts at growing a moustache, the cause behind this hairy communal effort, is one of great importance. We look into the specifics of prostate cancer and explore how a balanced diet might be the most effective way to promote men’s health.

Published on November 9, 2016

From advocates for going gluten-free to limiting fruit intake to lower sugar consumption, the internet has never been as saturated with health and wellness advice as it is right now. But the question is: how credible is this information?

Published on November 7, 2016

Despite what you’ve been made to believe, it’s not a bad thing for your body to crave fatty foods; fat forms part of the three integral macronutrients your body requires to function at its optimal level.

Published on November 6, 2016

Ever since MK editor Heather wrote a blog post about her surprisingly healthy habit of eating chocolate cake for breakfast (and shared an amazing chocolate cake recipe, which you can find here), I have been wondering whether this brekkie trend is as good as it sounds. Eating chocolate for breakfast seems more like an early Christmas gift than something that’s...

Published on November 5, 2016

In between letting the dog out, dressing the kids and your morning gym session, whipping up a healthy lunch on weekday mornings can become a tricky task, especially when you’re trying to feed the whole family. Here are our top tips and nifty recipes to help keep your family healthy and satisfied, no matter how busy the day ahead.

Published on November 2, 2016

From breads to pastas to cakes, gluten-free alternatives are being sold in all shapes and forms. Supermarkets, cafes and delis are now jumping on the gluten-free trend train and boasting wheat-free replicas of all our favourite carb-laden delights. With the sudden spike in conversation around food intolerances and sensitivities, it does make one wonder; should I also be going gluten...

Published on November 1, 2016

Feeling racked with guilt over the chocolate bar you scoffed after dinner last night? Don’t! The odd indulgence feeds your soul as much as veggies feed your state of health (and, no, you won’t get fat...)

Published on November 1, 2016

There’s a growing trend of ‘mostly’ vegetarians – those who follow a veggie diet, but don’t say no to the occasional fish and chips or cheeseburger if the mood strikes. Sound like you? Flexitarianism could be for you.