by Carine Heyns | Oct 30, 2025 | Functional Foods
Garlic Bold flavour, powerful benefits. Garlic (Allium sativum) has been used for centuries not just for its pungent flavour, but also for its medicinal properties. Today, we recognise garlic as a functional food—that is, a food that provides health benefits beyond...
by Carine Heyns | Oct 30, 2025 | Functional Foods
Avocados Monounsaturated fats, vitamins and minerals that nourish your heart, mind and microbiome. Often hailed as a “superfood”, the avocado (Avocado, Persea americana) is unique among fruits for its rich, creamy texture and high levels of healthy fats. Unlike most...
by Carine Heyns | Oct 29, 2025 | Uncategorised
Blueberries Nature’s antioxidant gems for brain, heart, and immune health. Blueberries have earned their reputation as one of the most nutrient-dense fruits on earth. These small, deep-blue berries are rich in essential vitamins, minerals, and plant compounds that...
by Carine Heyns | Oct 29, 2025 | Functional Foods
Apples An everyday fruit for heart, gut, and overall health. Apples (Malus domestica) are among the world’s most widely eaten fruits — and for good reason. They’re rich in fibre, vitamin C, and plant compounds that protect against oxidative stress and inflammation....
by Carine Heyns | Oct 27, 2025 | Functional Foods
Broccoli Nature’s green armour — protecting your cells, your gut, and your health. Broccoli (Brassica oleracea var. italica) has long been a kitchen staple — loved by nutritionists and often seen as the poster child for healthy eating. But this unassuming green...
