We love Nutella, there’s no doubt about it. Heck, there’s even a World Nutella Day (5th February every year) which really shows the commitment we have towards that velvety chocolate hazelnut spread. However, one must learn to balance health and indulgence. Since the commercial version is not exactly good for you (lots sugar and over-processed junk!), eating …
Move over overnight oats, chia seed puddings and smoothies! Now it’s all about thick and creamy smoothies loaded with toppings that you eat with a spoon instead of a straw. Instagram is flooded with really pretty and yummy looking shots of smoothie bowls but surprisingly, we don’t have any smoothie bowl haunts around Malaysia yet. …
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Beans, lentils, peanut, long beans, petai, snow peas, edamame and chickpeas all fall under the legumes category (plants that produce a pod with seeds inside) [1]. But not many people are fans of beans especially because of the texture and the fact that it could give you gas. Prepping legumes are not an easy feat either, and is …
With Raya round the corner, we bet that you’ve received about a year’s worth of dates as gifts, and even though you eat it at every meal, you’ll probably never get around to finishing them. Instead of snacking on them till there’s no tomorrow, why not use them in some creative dishes? If you are …
Spread, bake or blend them, avocados are one of the most versatile superfoods out there! It might be a little pricey, but it is worth the health investment we say. Fun fact: It is a fruit. Why Avocados Rock It’s rich in healthy fats, vitamin K, vitamin C and has more potassium than bananas [1]. …
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Food trends such as juicing and raw food diets are ubiquitous today. It seems that almost every week sees the birth of a new healthy lifestyle bestseller. Sue Mah, a Toronto-based registered dietitian and media spokesperson, says consumers are always looking for a sexy quick fix to cure their ailments, but a quick solution isn’t …
“Peanut butter and jelly! Nutella! Butter and kaya!” The possibilities are endless with spreads and it makes breakfast and snacking more convenient too. Just slap it on your toast and you’re good to go. Besides picking a healthy spread, it’s also important to pick a nutritious base too to not add unnecessary calories to your meal. Go …
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Move over, kale. This year’s newest food craze is cauliflower. This low-starch, high-nutrition cousin of broccoli is quickly taking center stage as the food trend of the moment [1]. Cauliflower’s winning trait is its versatility. Look past the boiled and bland dish your grandmother used to make, and you’ll find that people are experimenting with …
People always ask me what the trick is to keeping a healthy lean body, as if there’s a secret ingredient. The good news is, there isn’t! You don’t have to be part of a secret society to get the tools to look and feel good. It’s pretty simple. 3 meals a day with 2 snacks …
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It’s been a month since Malaysia had started implementing 6% GST on food and beverages. If you, like most consumers, have learned to better manage your grocery list this month, give yourself a pat on the back! Although GST has affected our spending power, we’re viewing this policy in a positive light. The take home lesson …
