Forget Superfoods, Get Functional Foods
Superfoods are just a marketing term. If you’re thinking of making an impact on your health, go for functional foods like oatmeal and quinoa.
Superfoods are just a marketing term. If you’re thinking of making an impact on your health, go for functional foods like oatmeal and quinoa.
A 100 g. serving of starfruit has 42% more vitamin C…
A 100 g. serving of papaya has 13% more vitamin C…
Stress is simply reaction to a stimulus that disturbs our physical or mental equilibrium. When you feel threatened, your nervous system responds by releasing a flood of stress hormones, including adrenaline and cortisol, which rouse the body for emergency action.
Smoothies can be packed with protein; pre-workout energisers, hydrators and post-workout recovery accelerators can deliver performance-enhancing nutrients; herbal teas can soothe or energise — all of these beverages have a functional purpose to meet specific wellness needs. And then there’s a less obvious, simple, blender-free drink that serves a mighty wellness-enhancing purpose. Providing more than just hydration, fresh lemon juice and water can deliver surprising benefits.