Why Stress Changes Your Food Choices

Stress does more than affect your mood — it reshapes your appetite, your cravings, and the way you make food decisions. In Part 1 of The Stability Series: Food, Mood & Rhythms for Real Life, we explore how cortisol, blood sugar shifts, and nervous system stress influence eating patterns — and how simple rhythm can restore steadiness.

Eat the Leaves: A Low-GI Way to Build Satiety, Variety, and Better Eating

What began as curiosity in the garden became an important part of how I eat today. As someone managing insulin resistance, I’ve learned that leafy greens — especially the ones we overlook — play a powerful role in low-GI eating, satiety, and building balanced meals from the plant up.

Why Ostrich Meatballs Deserve a Spot on Your Plate

Ostrich meatballs are lean, flavorful, and deeply satisfying when cooked with care. Gently pan-seared in coconut oil, they offer a nourishing alternative to conventional meatballs — proving that conscious eating can still be comforting, juicy, and full of flavor.

Caring Through Food: Supporting Elderly Nutrition During the Festive Season

South African festive food is more than what’s on the plate—it’s memory, culture, and care. Dishes like pap, slow-cooked stews, morogo, samp and beans bring families together and offer comfort, especially to our elders. During the festive season, the goal is not to remove these traditional foods, but to prepare and serve them in ways that support ageing bodies.

Small, thoughtful adjustments—such as softer cooking methods, generous vegetables, gentler spices, and mindful portions—can help older adults enjoy familiar festive meals without digestive discomfort or blood sugar spikes. When we cook with intention, food becomes an act of respect, nourishment, and love.

What Is Low GI Eating — and Why It Works for Real Life (Not Diet Culture)

Low GI eating isn’t a diet — it’s a smarter way to fuel your body. By choosing foods that release energy slowly, you can stay full longer, balance your blood sugar, reduce cravings, and enjoy meals without guilt. Discover how simple swaps and mindful choices can transform your relationship with food, one plate at a time.