One of the perks of being Egyptian is the endless advice we get from older generations about diet, lifestyle, fashion and pretty much all corners of life. No matter how many years have passed or how much research has been done some myths have stood the test of time and keep getting told over and…
Most people are only interested in one thing when it comes to eating right and diet tips-WEIGHT LOSS. That’s pretty much what it comes down to. All they want to know is what foods will boost metabolism and what are the safe fat burners out there. So, I’ve decided to give you the low down…
They say that your skin is the biggest indicator of how healthy your diet is. It is true that what you eat matters when it comes to a healthy outer appearance – you can buy the most expensive creams, treatments, and makeup in the world, but if you are not nourishing your skin from within…
We’ve all heard of anorexia and bulimia, but the most newly identified eating disorder hits close to home for many of us, especially in the health and wellness fields. While at first glance, one may be perceived as simply health conscious, anything can be harmful when taken a step too far. This can lead to…
Heavy meals and long preparation methods don’t fit in during the summer months and hot weather. We all want cooling and refreshing meals that will give us energy and keep us hydrated without making us feel bloated. Follow this nutrition plan for a hydrating meal plan that will complement the increasingly hot weather. The first…
Although I don’t eat a completely plant based diet, I enjoy doing Meat Free Monday’s, where I give my body a break and eliminate any animal products at least once a week. I find this helps relieve any digestive issues I may have and give my body a chance to start fresh. Here is what…
Next on the list of minerals for us to discuss in the Shaklak Aklak series is Iron. Iron deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency in the world. 30% of children in Egypt suffer from iron deficiency, known as anemia, and long-term iron deficiency in infants and young children can lead to developmental delay and learning difficulties. Iron…
Sometimes we get stuck in our thoughts when we worry about our kids, especially when we worry about what and how they eat. We either surrender and offer them anything they want, believing that something to eat is better than nothing at all, or we roll up our sleeves and enter the battle with all…
Last week’s Shaklak Aklak episode was all about what exactly sodium is and the recommended amounts, this week we give you some tips on how to control your intake and keep sodium levels balanced within your body! Excessive sodium levels in the body are largely associated with an increase in blood pressure, one of the…
Now that you know all about calories and macronutrients, this week’s Shaklak Aklak episode focuses on how minerals can contribute to your health too. Minerals refer to a wide variety of compounds in your food including sodium, magnesium, potassium, calcium and much more. The most commonly discussed and most controversial mineral in our food is…
How many times have you said that you will start eating ‘clean’ once you renew your gym membership? Or maybe start going for those early morning runs once you manage to prep your food for the week? Today we discuss how doing it all at the same time and completely changing your lifestyle overnight might…
We all love a juicy burger, and going plant based doesn’t mean you have to completely give up on such a favorite form of indulgence. In fact, these burgers don’t have to be treated as an indulgence or kept only for cheat days they’re so good (for you)! These substitutes to traditional minced meat burgers…