Psyllium is a form of fiber made from the husks of the Plantago ovata plant’s seeds. It sometimes goes by the name ispaghula. It’s most commonly known as a laxative. However, research shows that taking psyllium is beneficial to many parts of the human body, including the heart and the pancreas. Health benefits of psyllium…
“Dr Malik you are disappearing!” were the words of a patient of mine back in May. That is when I realized my healthy eating plan was working. It is incredible how many complex solutions there are to weight loss, when the answer is so simple. Let me help you narrow it down: The answer is…
Recently in our home we made the switch from butter to ghee. I remember living in Pakistan, ghee was the common choice among the locals. I always assumed it was because of the taste, but interestingly enough it is becoming a more popular health choice. This struck me as odd as I always assumed fat…
This dish is a great source of energy, it is easy to make and delicious. If you forgot to pack a lunch, lentil soup from many of the local middle-eastern restaurants makes a great healthy lunch replacment. It is also a great source of energy post workout. Ingredients: 1 tbsp oil 1 onion, chopped 2…
We all know sugar is bad for us, but why? This movie is a great look into the amount of sugar that is hidden in our daily diet. Nearly 80% of the food in the grocery store contains sugar. Spotting sugar in the ingredient list is harder than ever. On the right is a list of common…
The Moroccan spices, fresh orange and yogurt give a nice lift to simple fish and couscous. 4 servings / 30 min Prep 15 min / Cook 15 min The Moroccan spices, fresh orange and yogurt give a lift to simple fish and couscous. You’ll be amazed at the nice texture and flavour you get by…
Recently we made an effort to eat more healthy in our household. This led to replacing regular foods with healthier alternatives; for example: white sugar → brown sugar regular bread → whole wheat bread Vegetable oil → coconut oil and ghee Honey → Manuka honey (thanks from a tip from a patient!) However, during the…
Smoothies are a great source of nutrition especially when you are crunched for time. They are fast and easy to make, and convenient when you are on the go. A good blender makes a world of difference. Below is a list of the top three blenders I have found that make amazing smoothies: Ninja Blendtec…