Savvy Joe

Belonging to the same family as the onion this amazing little herb packs one almighty wallop when it comes to an array of health benefits. The most notable compound found in garlic is Allicin which although does not naturally occur in garlic, helps to improve your immune system, acts as an antiviral along with a host of other benefits. Only once garlic is finely chopped or crushed is Allicin produced, and the finer the chopping the more that is produced. Allicin starts to degrade quickly so make sure to eat your chopped or crushed garlic (raw) as soon as possible so as to ensure you are getting the full benefit. It can either be eaten raw or sprinkled over (or into) your favourite foods. Read the rest of this entry »

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Beer has been one of the most popular drinks enjoyed throughout the ages dating back as far as 3500 B.C., and although being varied in constituents and ingredients (throughout the different brands and processes) is incredibly nutritious and downright healthy for you. However, in rather large quantities it can lead to some unsavoury situations the morning after where you cannot for the life of you remember letting a 300 pound, flab mongering heffa-lump named Griselda (you think), share your bed with you and Lord only knows what else. Read the rest of this entry »

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Ask any weight-training fundi what they consider essential to muscle gains and the response grunted will most certainly mention a high protein diet. However, protein shakes and supplements don’t have to be your only source of high quality protein to feed those rippling muscles of yours. Instead, treat yourself to a low calorie, low fat, and nutritious snack that is high in protein and made entirely from natural ingredients – Sushi.

The health benefits found in sushi and sashimi are unrivalled, this is due to the raw fish used (i.e. salmon, tuna etc) being fresh, uncooked and rich in B vitamins, proteins, omega-3 fatty acids (essential to a healthy heart and aid in a glowing skin complexion). Even the most fatty fish used, namely salmon and eel, contain fewer than 200 calories per 100g which is around half of what you’d get from a cooked steak. Read the rest of this entry »

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