Tag: nutrition

Hydration

HydrationPlease be aware not to mistake thirst for hunger. Hydration is the key of life and dehydration can compromise every function of the body. It is important to understand that drinking water is essential for your health, at the same time as being aware that liquids such as tea, coffee, alcohol, fizzy and sugary drinks […]

The wonders of Cayenne pepper

Do you suffer from recurring heartburn, chronic indigestion or ulcers? Medical researchers are now finding that capsaicin – the pungent compound that gives ‘heat’ to cayenne, chili and jalapeno peppers – is harmless to the digestive tract. Hot peppers do not, in fact, cause or even aggravate ulcers. In fact, capsaicin may actually have therapeutic effects. […]