Wheatgrass is a medicinal superfood with many health benefits with regular consumption. It is high in nutrient and antioxidants. wheatgrass is a decent option for treating ailments such as digestion problems, high cholesterol, kidney stones and common cold among others. Ingredients: ½ cup green grapes ¼ cup wheatgrass, torn ½ cup frozen peach slices ½ cup pineapple slices ¼ cup ice ½ cup soy milk (use more as needed) Method: Just blend all ingredients until smooth in a blender … [Read more...] about Green Wheatgrass Smoothie
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Beyond Tolerance
I don't really give too much thought to the war in Syria. There's just too much else to think about all the time. I mean right now I am facing a real dilemma: do I buy the silver baubles for the Christmas tree or do I get those shiny red ones with a picture of a snow man on them?... And what about the Christmas lights? Do I get the white flickering ones my wife wants to match the candles she bought for the table or do I get the brightly coloured blinky lights that remind me of my child … [Read more...] about Beyond Tolerance
This is what Presidential Egg on Face looks like
Writing on FIN24, Daniel Silke* - director of the Political Futures Consultancy and a noted keynote speaker and commentator - says we have witnessed a; "Massive political defeat for Zuma" The Firing of Nhanhla Nene and his replacement with inexperienced David Van Rooyen at the behest of President Jacob Zuma was the type of political decision-making that was set to have consequences. With billions wiped off the value of key financial stocks on the JSE and a plummeting rand, the country was … [Read more...] about This is what Presidential Egg on Face looks like
We can make a difference – by speaking up
We face a number of obvious "giants" in our country: poverty, inequality, unemployment, lack of education, land reform and crime are the big ones. They are monsters and will not go gently into the night. However, two silent giants also stand in our way, namely the lack of non-political leadership and the hopelessness with which many in our country appear to be faced. It has taken our students, in their unified stand to oppose fees, to remind us that we can make a difference. That by … [Read more...] about We can make a difference – by speaking up
Hydrating Coconut Water Smoothie
Coconut water has become popular over the years due to its hydration capabilities. In fact, if you read the labels on most all-natural sports drinks, you will probably find coconut water in the ingredients list. Ingredients: 1 cup coconut water 1 banana, frozen 1 cup fresh strawberries 1/2 cup kale, stems removed 1 tablespoon flaxseeds 1 teaspoon raw honey Method: Place all ingredients into a high speed blender. Blend on high until smooth. Enjoy! Time: 2 minutes Feeds: 1 … [Read more...] about Hydrating Coconut Water Smoothie
Tim Hewitt-Coleman: Help the Little Guy
I drive a 1997 Toyota. It has 476 000 kilometres on the clock. I drive this old car mainly to embarrass my children, but also because I know that renewing my car every two or three years has a hugely destructive impact on our planet. In fact, a recent report in the Guardian points out that the amount of carbon that it takes to make a car (its "embodied emissions") is very likely to be greater that the total exhaust pipe emissions over its lifetime. What the Guardian is trying to say is that my … [Read more...] about Tim Hewitt-Coleman: Help the Little Guy
Pumpkin Pie Superfood Smoothie
Whip one up for breakfast to start your day off on the right foot or blend one up in the afternoon to hold you over until dinner. This smoothie also makes a fantastic workout recovery drink! Packed with potassium, this smoothie will help to ease aching muscles and get you ready for your next workout. Ingredients: 1 cup almond milk ¼ cup canned pumpkin ½ banana 1/3 cup hemp seeds 1 tablespoon flaxseeds 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup ice as … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Pie Superfood Smoothie
Goji Berry Chocolate Bark Recipe
Chocolate and goji taste great together. The dark chocolate lends a sweetness to the tart Goji flavor. You can customize this in many ways to make it your own. Ingredients: 200g dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa) 2 Tbsp. goji berries 2 Tbsp. chopped nuts (see suggestions below) ¼ to ½ tsp. pure vanilla extract (to taste) Method: 1. Line a cookie tray or baking dish with parchment paper. You can make your bark as thin or thick as you want it to be, but keep in mind the thicker it … [Read more...] about Goji Berry Chocolate Bark Recipe
Maca Fertility Smoothie
Maca is beneficial to both men and women when it comes to fertility enhancement, make a glass for both you and your partner. Ingredients: ¼ cup frozen strawberries ½ frozen or fresh banana ¼ cup peaches or mango 1 tbsp dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa content) or raw cacao powder 1 tbsp maca powder 1 cup of milk (unsweetened almond milk, coconut milk, or regular low fat milk) optional: cacao nibs for garnish Method: Add all ingredients to blender and blend until perfectly … [Read more...] about Maca Fertility Smoothie
Coconut Fudge Truffles
This recipe can be sliced into fudge squares or rolled into balls to create truffles. Whichever way you choose to make them, they will certainly be a crowd pleaser! Loaded with healthy fats from coconut oil and sweetened with raw honey, these truffles pack a nutritious (yet delicious!) punch. Ingredients: 1/4 cup coconut flour 2 tablespoons cacao powder (carob works great too!) 2 tablespoons raw, local honey 1/2 cup raw almond butter 1/4 cup virgin coconut oil 1/3 cup unsweetened … [Read more...] about Coconut Fudge Truffles
Drop the Mindless Controls
I took a drive out to the countryside this morning. The rolling green pasture and forest to the west of Port Elizabeth is an incredibly beautiful an peaceful place and today I had good reason to drive out this way, rather than through Walmer, to my office in Central. You see, as I write this, Walmer is completely closed down by large groups of angry people disrupting traffic with burning barricades. To make matters worse, thieves and thugs are taking advantage of the opportunity to carry out … [Read more...] about Drop the Mindless Controls
Sex for jobs
In a speech during a discussion on 16 Days of Activism for No Violence against Women and Children at the Eastern Cape Provincial Legislature on Wednesday by Celeste Barker, the DAWN Provincial Chairperson, the following were highlighted: The 16 days of Activism against Gender Violence campaign offers us, and the Leaders of our Legislature, an opportunity to commit to genuine gender equality and to circulate one single, true story. The fifth term of office in the Provincial Legislature … [Read more...] about Sex for jobs
DIE with a capital ‘T’
South Beach, Meditteranean, Inuit, Paleo, Banting. Blood type diet! Diets without meat; diets with only meat; raw food, vegan, vegetarian! Diets from the past; diets for the future; diets from exotic locations. Diets from doctors; diets of the superstars. So many choices, so little time! Which Holy Grail should we buy? Ring any bells? Been there? Burnt that t-shirt? A recent online news site ran an article about it's top 32 diets for 2014. Yep, that's 32 different diet offerings - just the … [Read more...] about DIE with a capital ‘T’
Who will champion Port Elizabeth’s ICC?
Last moth I was fortunate to spend a week in Durban. I was one of four thousand five hundred delegates from around the world that attended the 25th World Architecture Congress. It really was a great event with great speakers, great exhibitions and great and inspiring debates in the corridors and coffee bars that make conferences like these worthwhile. Yes, my mind was on the papers and presentations, but maybe, even more than this my mind was on the city of Durban and the International … [Read more...] about Who will champion Port Elizabeth’s ICC?
Memories that heal
Uluru, also known as Ayers Rock, is a geological feature at the heart of Australia with huge cultural significance to people living there. For indigenous Australians, it is holy ground, representing millenia of history, mythology, and their symbiotic relationship with the land. Every inch of this awe inspiring rock is celebrated, represented, and connected with places far and wide across Australia through the “song-lines” which unite and re-unite people over time. Uluru is the ultimate Memory … [Read more...] about Memories that heal
