Living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) can be challenging, especially when it comes to food choices. Many individuals find that certain foods can trigger uncomfortable digestive symptoms, making it crucial to be mindful of what goes on your plate. Certain foods can help ease symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). These include foods that are low in carbohydrates known as FODMAPs (fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides, and polyols) that cause gas, bloating, and abdominal pain by slowly fermenting in the intestines. Here, we explore some common culprits that could exacerbate IBS symptoms, based on insights from the IBS and Gut Health Clinic and Healthline.com,…
Family dinner wouldn’t be complete without everyone’s favourite starchy side. Garlic and rosemary roast potatoes are a deliciously flavourful update for your table. Perfect for a huge family…
Think creatively! Create unique entertaining staples with corks from your favourite bottles of wine. Try turning your wine corks into a beautiful DIY coaster. Use these easy steps to achieve this design. Materials needed: Utility knife Cutting mat Hot glue Epoxy Ruler Pencil Corks Tray Coasters Once you have gathered all the necessary materials, it is now time to get started with your coasters. The steps are simple, all you need to do is just follow them thoroughly. Step 1: Cut the corks in half You will need to be careful with this step as you need to cut the…
Are you wondering what to do with extra herbs from your garden? Instead of letting them go to waste, why not try infusing them into honey? It’s a…
You’ve seen them, those social media influencers, the pro cooks, the home cooks, the health cooks, the dad cooks, the busy mom cooks, the varsity-just-learning-how-to-cook cooks…they’re all chopping, slicing, and dicing in front of the camera. Guess what their #1 ingredient is? Avocados, which are ripe here, right now as the 2024 avo season opens! Ok, to be fair, that’s a bit of a stretch. The foodie ingredients most likely to make waves on social media this year, according to Time magazine’s survey of industry insiders, are Asian ingredients like black sesame, ube and milk tea. But this survey, and…
Because happiness is a scrumptious bowl of hearty pasta! The rich and flavourful combination of ‘meaty’ mushrooms and full-bodied red wine really shines in this tasty rendition of…
When it comes to delicious probiotic superfoods, kimchi – a Korean fermented condiment – takes the cake. If you’re a health nut, then you’ll know that fermented foods such as kefir, kombucha, sauerkraut and kimchi work wonders for your gut biome and overall wellbeing because they’re packed with probiotics and immune-boosting enzymes. Why the spotlight on kimchi? Because it’s delicious! The fermented condiment makes a great topping for those lazy mid-week dishes that lack a little something. Why not tackle lacklustre meals and gut health with one big spoonful? What is kimchi? Kimchi is a traditional Korean fermented condiment that’s packed with…
This Moroccan harvest platter sings with flavour from succulent lamb, spice-roasted carrots, sweet dried apricots, almonds and fresh mint. A delicious and wholesome platter perfect for a weekend…
Who doesn’t love the tangy flavour and chewy texture of sourdough bread? Beyond its delicious taste and artisanal appeal, sourdough boasts an array of potential health benefits that might just make it your new favourite bread choice. Understanding what is sourdough bread Sourdough bread is no ordinary loaf; it’s a leavened bread that undergoes a natural fermentation process. Unlike commercial breads that rely on baker’s yeast for rising, sourdough utilises a sourdough starter—a mixture of wild yeast and beneficial bacteria that ferments over several days (approximately 5 days). This starter, or levain, is then combined with bread flour to create…
A delicious veggie-based family meal –warm and hearty for cold evenings. It is also a perfect lazy day dinner meal that is guaranteed to become a favourite! ALSO…