How to accurately read food labels
When it comes to making healthy food choices, one of the most important tools at your disposal is the food label. Food labels provide valuable information about the nutritional content of the foods we eat, which can help us make informed decisions about what we…
Load shedding, food safety and great tricks electricity-free meals
One of the biggest concerns during load shedding is how to keep food safe. Without power, refrigerators and freezers can’t keep food at safe temperatures, which can lead to spoilage and foodborne illness. However, there are steps you can take to keep your food safe…
Optimal nutrition and a happy life!
FUTURELIFE® produces a range of health and wellness products designed to provide optimal nutrition for people of all ages. Their products are made with scientifically formulated ingredients that are designed to deliver a range of health benefits. Smart food™ technology for optimal nutrition One of the…
A quick guide to Intermittent Fasting (IF)
What is IF? Intermittent fasting (IF) is an eating pattern that alternates between periods of fasting and eating. Many people follow it to lose weight, improve their health and simplify their lifestyles. How does it work? Most intermittent fasting methods involve daily 16-hour fasts or…
Mom and Dad, I want to be healthy!
We firmly believe kids have an innate need to be healthy, but they also have to be taught and reminded of it. It’s so easy for them to get distracted by all the junk food and sugary drinks on the market and the constant advertising…
Seeing the world with diabetes
You, a loved one or a friend has diabetes: as you know, modern technology, medicine and good dietary advice from a Registered Dietitian can help you manage your diabetes. Sometimes even reverse people’s pre-diabetic prognosis. So what about traveling? Does it make you nervous to…
Soup: 3-in-1 fabulous and foolproof recipe
Hello comfort food! It’s smack bang in the middle of winter and time for everything that’s nice, warm, nourishing and soothing. Add some deliciousness in there and you have a winner. What meal ticks all these boxes and is kind to your budget? Soup, of…
Pantry staples – sweet or salty delights!
We love oats! Versatile, affordable, highly nutritious and with a little bit of imagination… delicious. Today we’d like to chat about four pantry staples (starting with oats) that can be used to create sweet or savoury dishes. Then there’s chia seeds, whole-wheat flour and of…
10 good reasons to see a dietitian
Dietitians are here to help you with your food, diet and lifestyle choices. A dietitian is trained to get to the heart of the problem, identify deficiencies and help you become healthier. If you want to know more about our qualifications and specialties, read here….
Let’s spice it up for good health!
Cooking can be so much fun, but bland food is a total let down. Especially if you’ve put in the time and effort to use quality ingredients and cooked your dishes to perfection. This is where a bit of herb and spice can make all…