Mastering the Art of Meditation
By Candice Aiken. When you think of meditation, you might imagine Buddhist monks in robes sitting cross legged in complete silence for hours on end. You’re not alone on this one; my thoughts were much the same for many years which could explain why it took me so long to give it a go. How [...]
Can Placebos Actually Heal You?
By Curtis Aiken. Thomas Lee had been working with a number of pharmaceutical companies for more than 25 years; he had been directly involved in testing thousands of new drugs before they were released onto the market. The testing procedure for all drugs was called “Randomised, placebo-controlled, double-blind trial”. Basically this meant that neither the [...]
Best Pesto in the Westo
Ok, so I know this is a lame title and also a big claim… but it really is the best! I created it last week to use on a raw pizza instead of nut cheese, though it can also be eaten on it’s own as a delicious dip**. WHAT YOU NEED: 1 cup activated walnuts [...]
Coconut Lucuma Pudding
Curtis gave me a challenge tonight… make something yummy from the meat of two coconuts. It was hardly a challenge when all I had to do was blend it up in five minutes to make a delicious dessert. Coconuts are incredible just as they are, flavourwise and healthwise (don’t believe me – check out my [...]
What Rocks My World Today?
Here’s an excellent poem from Valerie Cox, entitled ‘THE COOKIE THIEF’ which totally rocks my world. I have heard this poem before but when I heard Dr Wayne Dyer recite it in one of his lectures, it was given a whole new meaning. We could all learn a lesson or two… ♥ A woman was [...]
Sour Puss Smoothie
If you don’t appreciate the sweetness that comes with some green smoothies, then you may really appreciate the sour taste of this one. WHAT YOU NEED: 2.5 cups of chilled filtered water 1 large lemon 2 limes 1 banana 2 stalks of celery (leaves and all) 8 sweet potato leaves 1 aloe vera leaf (skin [...]
Multiple Sclerosis: It is what it is. Or is it…?
By Curtis Aiken (If you are wondering why I am writing about MS, check out our About page.) Traditionally we are taught that multiple sclerosis is demyelination of the nerves. In layman’s terms this means that the protective coating (myelin) around the nerves in our body is like the protective plastic around the wire of [...]
Words of Wisdom For Today
♥ Here are some super inspiring and wise words to live by today… 1. Three words sum up life: 2. We are what we do: 3. Maybe it’s not the right time: ♦♦♦ TODAY’S WORDS FROM THE WISE: ” Pleasure in the job puts perfection in the work” − Aristotle
Refreshing Choc Mint Milkshake
This milkshake is so refreshing which makes it perfect for a hot summer’s day. It comes out an odd colour, but it definitely doesn’t take away from the flavour. WHAT YOU NEED: 2 cups chilled almond milk 10 spearmint leaves 2 tablespoons almonds 3 tablespoons cacao nibs 1 teaspoon chlorella 2 pitted medjool dates 1 [...]
Seedy Coconut Cereal
Another breakfast idea created out of the need for solids on the odd occasion. I adore smoothies but even more than that I adore a good filling breakfast cereal. This one has such a brilliant and simple flavour without any added sugar – apart from the figs and berries of course. WHAT YOU NEED: 1/3 [...]
