A recent study has found that T’ai Chi can improve quality of life for fibromyalgia sufferers, with both mental and physical improvements noted for the T’ai Chi group, significantly more than the control group who were given wellness education and ...
This is a very simple broth that can be eaten as it is, or with noodles added to make heartier dish. The shiitake mushrooms, seaweed and garlic in this soup all have anti-cancer properties. Shiitake mushrooms are known for boosting the immune system, and seawe...
My Calendula (Pot Marigold) plants are in full bloom now, and as well as making my garden look great, I’ve been using the petals in my food. The bright orange colour looks amazing, and they have a slightly tangy flavour. Pick the flower heads off when th...
Chen Pi Chicken is quite a common dish in China – Chen Pi is dried tangerine peel, and it is often used to flavour chicken. This is a great barbeque recipe, or it can be grilled or roasted. The dish ‘orange chicken’ available in many Chinese ...
The elderflowers are starting to appear round my way, so I thought it was the ideal time to share this simple recipe for elderflower cordial. This cordial is so easy and quick to make, and tastes easily as good or better than any cordial you can buy. In Chines...
In the Mediterranean, Fennel seed has traditionally been as popular as a medicinal herb as it has been as a cooking herb. It excels as a digestive and urinary tonic. Acting on the digestive system it relieves flatulence, abdominal distention and dull pain. In ...
