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We made it, people - the bank holiday is upon us!
Going away for the weekend? Be sure to check out our tips on how you can fall asleep on a plane and not lose out on those all-important z's.
I, like many of you, have taken a real interest in gut health of late, so psychobiotics are definitely on my radar after reading Dr Philipps' advice.
Gaby Roslin is the definition of sunshine - see for yourself below! |
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250g Mr Organic Fusilli 1 medium-sized aubergine, cubed A sprinkle of salt 1 tbsp Mr Organic Olive Oil ½ onion 500ml of vegetable broth 2 crushed garlic cloves 250g Mr Organic Passata 1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp dried thyme 1 tsp dried oregano Salt and pepper, to taste 2 tbsp Mr Organic Balsamic Vinegar 2-3 tbsp dairy-free cream cheese Vegan cheese to top (optional) Fresh parsley or basil to serve
Cook the fusilli to about ¾ of the time mentioned on the packaging instructions, then drain and set aside. Coat the aubergine cubes in 1 tbsp olive oil and sprinkle with a little salt, then transfer to the preheated oven at 200C for 12-15 minutes until softened.
Heat another tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick pan and saute both onion and garlic, then pour in the passata. Stir the herbs (basil, thyme, oregano) and add 2 tablespoon of Mr Organic Balsamic Vinegar. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, the season to taste with salt and pepper and stir in the cooked fusilli and aubergine cubes.
Transfer to an ovenproof dish and spoon 2-3 tablespoons of dairy-free cream cheese in between the layers of pasta. Top with grated vegan cheese (optional). Bake in the middle of the oven for 20-25 minutes at 190C or until golden on top. This aubergine pasta bake tastes delicious served with fresh herbs on top.
Recipe: Mr-Organic |
Can psychobiotics help our mental health? |
From TikTok's viral gut health videos (gaining over 2 billion views, no less) to gut-friendly recipes, more of us are increasingly conscious of what it means to be healthy from the inside-out. Now, the mental health effects of biotic supplements are being recognised with increasing interest in the field of psychobiotics. But what are they and how do they work?
"According to the Society of Biological Psychiatry the term psychobiotics is defined as a ‘live organism that, when ingested in adequate amounts produces a health benefit in patients suffering from psychiatric illness’," says Dr. Elisabeth Philipps, a clinical neuroscientist and nutritionist from supplement brand, fourfive.
"The gut and the brain are intimately linked via direct nerve connections. Bacteria in our gut sends signals to our brain via the blood and through different signalling chemical mediators. We call this the gut-brain axis. A healthy gut means a healthy body and mind. "Psychobiotics also help to activate directly connected nerve pathways between the gut and brain while reducing the production of pro-inflammatory chemicals that can contribute to conditions like depression." Click here for more good-for-your-gut foods. |
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Contrary to popular belief, you can still enjoy a drink or two when you’re aiming to see results in the gym. The experts at BreakingMuscle reveal how, with a bit of forward planning and a few simple hacks, having a good time and staying in shape can go hand in hand. First up, hydration: "Keeping water intake up while drinking can help to prevent any negative side effects the next day. Try drinking a glass of water for every alcoholic drink but if this isn’t possible, ensure to drink plenty of water before heading off to bed." Click here for more tips on how you can still enjoy alcohol and continue to see results. |
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From the loud noises of the jet to being sat in the smallest of spaces, there's no denying that trying to fall asleep on a plane is extremely difficult. The good news is that you can hack your journey time and catch some z's.
Firstly, you should avoid the toilets as that’s where people tend to chat. Instead, you should pick a seat in the same row as the wing. Not only is this likely to be the quietest area but as the wing is usually where the emergency exit is based, you’ll have more leg room. Click here for more tips on how to fall asleep on a plane. |
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The podcaster and TV legend on the joys of a simple walk and being unapologetically positive |
How do you stay so positive?
"When people ask me this, I used to say, ‘sorry, I just am’, but when my mum passed away, I vowed never to apologise for it because I am who I am. When I was younger, I used to want to sleep in my clothes because I didn’t want the day to end and I couldn’t wait for the next one to start! I’ll be the one who tries to make people laugh if they’re feeling down and I always look on the fun side of life.” What makes you belly laugh? “People falling over, there’s nothing funnier! I would never want anyone to hurt themselves, of course, but I think that’s why I have so many wrinkles because I’m always laughing."
On giving back... "I’m very lucky and blessed, so it’s really important to give back. I lost one parent through cancer and my dad survived cancer, so I do as much as I can to raise awareness for that and I’m also really passionate about looking after the planet and animals – we’ve all got to do our bit." Click here to find out what Gaby would tell her younger self. |
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