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…
Ever wondered why detecting diabetes early is important? Time to make yourself aware about the complications that diabetes might cause. Checking yourself up is essential in keeping yourself safe from having advanced diabetes complications. According to the International Diabetes Federation, as of the year 2015 there were more than 400 million adults worldwide living with…
Because many of the things we think we know turn out to be mere myths, or because a lot of the time we don’t know who to ask, we thought it would be best to get the input and advice of an expert when it comes to contraceptives. Confused about all the available types of…
Being on a vegan or a plant based diet is alot more common today than maybe a year ago. Every time most of us think of even starting this healthy lifestyle, one big reason why we can’t follow the diets comes to mind and basically aborts the entire idea: CHEESE! why would anyone give up…
After the first week of indulgence during Ramadan, it’s important to get down to business as the second week approaches and to consciously take better care of your health and avoid starting bad eating habits. For this week we have a complementary 7-day weight loss meal plan that will help you reach your health goals…
Taking care of yourself, physically as well as mentally, is extremely important throughout the holy month, but it’s something we often sweep to the side in the midst of fulfilling our religious duties. However, with just a little food preparation, you can easily incorporate this healthy fasting meal plan aimed at maintaining your muscle mass…
Foul medammes, boiled eggs, and yogurt are all suhoor table staples that we’re all used to and love. However, a week into Ramadan and you eventually get tired of the same old foods every day, right? Check this article out for our take on healthy suhoor meals that will nourish your body and satisfy your…
Some of us believe that fasting is simply a religious ritual found in Judaism, Christianity and Islam. But in fact, fasting is much broader than this. Fasting gives our body a chance to heal and repair itself. Even animals are aware of this fact, as theories suggest that animals instinctively fast when sick or injured…
Although we love indulging during Ramadan, it is actually a period where you need to pay special attention to your food because of the long fasting hours and the demands it puts on the body. Every meal you consume should be with the intention of nourishing your body, which is why we have some great…
Ramadan is meant to be a time of constraint, but our food choices during the holy month often say otherwise. It can be hard to practice restraint in choosing what to eat when you are faced with a full dinner table of temptations almost daily. We have some Ramadan dinner swaps that you can make…
When we think of protein as the main building block for our bodies, it is no secret that it is the most talked about nutrient. Protein is a contributor for your muscles, as well as hormones, bones, skin, and blood. Protein Requirements: On average, you need 0.8 grams of protein for each kilogram of your…
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…
