September 30, 2019 Word for Word Media
Berna Harmse helps you get your kitchen and diet ready for the warmer months. Declutter – get rid of all the junk in your kitchen Processed sugary and fatty goods should be enjoyed sparingly. Here are items that must not be part of your weekly grocery shopping: Processed and refined carbohydrates Sugary sweets and cakes, biscuits or tarts Potato and maize-based chips Sugar-based sauces Crumbed frozen meat and fish products Pastries  Sugar-coated breakfast cereals Nuts that are roasted, salted, or sugar-coated Milk chocolates Cool drinks and cordials  The kitchen essentials Dairy Milk, and reduced-fat cheese (cottage cheese, feta, goats cheese and…

March 20, 2019 Word for Word Media
Berna Harmse, a dietitian, shares seven tips to eat right. International guidelines1 apply for those who want to reduce their  cancer risk and for cancer survivors.  So, eating well may help you reduce your risk of cancer and beat cancer in a variety of ways. If you have cancer, eating well can positively support treatment. This may help you live well for years to come after treatment. 1. Keep a healthy weight One in five people who die from cancer have an overweight or obese body mass index. But, exactly how weight affects cancer risk is unclear. Excess weight increases your risk by 50% for oesophageal adenocarcinoma. Weight in the belly area…

July 1, 2016 Word for Word Media

Many cancer survivors say that a loss of control was one of the most difficult aspects of dealing with cancer. Research shows that people who take steps towards goals generally feel better and advance than those who feel they have no control over their situation. Knowledge is critical in understanding and fighting cancer. Choosing the correct food that nourishes your body and boosts your health is the most important gift you can give yourself. Don’t fret, a healthy diet doesn’t mean bland and boring meals. You can learn the art of cooking delicious and healthy meals at the HealthyFood Studio….