• Is your dishwasher not cleaning your dishes properly? Are you left with remnants on your dishes, water spots or foggy glassware when you are unpacking your dishwasher? These could have been easily avoided by simply knowing where and how things should go — a small solution to a big problem. Properly loading your dishwasher can also boost its cleaning performance and maintain its quality in the long run. Rugby legend ‘The Beast’ (Tendai Mtawarira) shares his tips to packing a dishwasher: 1. Scrape and skip the pre-rinse Dishwashing detergent is designed to interact with food residue, such as sauces. In…

    Mercury is a toxic metal that can be found in some types of fish and seafood. Consuming too much mercury can have harmful effects on your health, especially for pregnant women and young children. Here are some tips on how to avoid consuming too much mercury. Firstly, it’s important to know which fish contain high levels of mercury. These include swordfish, shark, king mackerel, and tilefish. It’s best to avoid these types of fish altogether. Instead, choose fish that are lower in mercury, such as salmon, sardines, and trout. Next, pay attention to where your fish comes from. Fish from…

    Hummus is rich in a wide variety of vitamins and minerals, such as manganese, copper, folate, and iron. Better yet, it is an incredibly diverse dip and spread. Here we explore four easy ways to eat more hummus: https://youtu.be/HD-_v-WkJHk ALSO SEE: How to make hummus from scratch Feature Image: Getty Images

    Iron is an essential mineral that is necessary for the proper functioning of the body, mainly for growth and development. A lack thereof can lead to various health problems but can be prevented by eating iron-rich foods. Your body uses iron to make hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the rest of your body, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Iron is also necessary to make myoglobin, a protein that provides oxygen to muscles, as well as some hormones, states the NIH. Low levels of iron can lead to iron…

    Located in the charming Stellenbosch Square, The Roots Pantry has opened its doors, offering a sustainable shopping experience like no other. As an eco-friendly refill store, they are on a mission to reduce waste by providing pantry staples and household products without wasteful packaging. Instagram / @therootspantry Embracing a ‘weigh and pay’ system, The Roots Pantry allows customers to bring their own containers or utilise the convenient bamboo bags provided in-store. From spices and granola to oils and cleaning liquids, customers can refill their supplies while minimising their environmental footprint. ALSO SEE: Conscious cooks: A sustainable food trend that’s here…