CHILLI CON CARNE

CHILLI CON CARNE

This recipe is a great meal for a cold evening. As winter approaches, the nights are getting darker and cooler so soon you are going to want to search for winter-warmers. This is just that! And to top it off, this is also a low-sodium meal as we tried to use salt-free...
HIDDEN SALT: DID YOU KNOW?

HIDDEN SALT: DID YOU KNOW?

We are often told that too much salt and sodium is harmful to our health, but do you know how much salt your favourite store-bought items contain? Before we get into the nitty-gritty, it’s important to discuss how much salt we should be consuming daily. The...
HOW TO REDUCE YOUR SALT INTAKE

HOW TO REDUCE YOUR SALT INTAKE

According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation South Africa, 80% of heart-related diseases (high blood pressure, stroke, heart attack) can be prevented through dietary changes. One of these recommended changes is a reduction in the intake of salt.   DIETARY...
HEALTHY LUNCHBOXES FOR SCHOOL

HEALTHY LUNCHBOXES FOR SCHOOL

  Before we focus on the food that goes into the lunch box, we have to make sure we have the correct lunchbox. The best option is a lunchbox with various compartments to ensure the food, flavours and sauces do not mix. If you do not have this you can also use a...