Flu season or not, the fact is we can get sick at any time; especially now considering many of us have just come back from holiday, gotten on and off multiple flights and have kids going back to school. However, regularly feeding our bodies healthy nutrients and...

How many of you struggle to stay healthy on vacation? Though I always say yes to the occasional indulgences here and there, especially when one is on holiday, I do agree that summer can be tricky, as many of us are away for weeks at a time, travelling with little...

Granted, summer started a little early this year, but the silver lining to the increasing heat is that we get to start our holidays! For many of us, this means at least two plane rides (if not more). I’m sure many of you by now have perfected the art of traveling, but...

Though summer parties are typically held outdoors, with a pool and BBQ as the main features; in our part of the world, an outdoor summer party is out of the question, as it is just WAY too hot. The solution: simply move the party inside! At the end of the day, a party...

How many of you have spent a small fortune on stainless-steel cookware, only to still make your eggs in a non-stick pan? Because let’s be honest, no one wants to be stuck with scraping and cleaning egg remnants off when they have other things they need to be doing,...

Though we’re still only in May, there is no denying that the weather has turned and that it’s starting to feel very much like summer. On that note, we’ve stressed many times on this blog the importance of staying hydrated and its benefits on overall health and...

If you’re struggling with health issues related to high blood pressure and hypertension, then it’s time you took some serious measures towards making better lifestyle choices, particularly in relation to diet and exercise. Symptoms of high blood pressure include:...

Stress and anxiety getting in the way of your productivity in the workplace? Let’s face it, when it comes to our jobs, there is always something to be stressed about; last minute deadlines, endless emails, back-to-back meetings, overbearing bosses – you name it, and I...

Tired of ordering in? We hear you! Don’t have time to cook meals from scratch? We hear you there too! Yes, we understand that making time to prepare delicious meals everyday may seem impossible when you’re navigating your way through work, deadlines and meetings. Like...

We’ve covered several topics on how to be the perfect host, what dishes to cook and how to be organised. What we have yet to tell you however, is that a good host does not necessarily mean having to cook anything at all. If you’re one of those people who, despite your...

  I’m sure for many of us, much of our earlier memories revolve around food as do the way in which we raise and look after our families. But the question is, how much of it is actually rooted in staying connected with our traditions and culture? Given the...

  There is no denying the fact that food and diet trends are constantly changing. Whether it’s Atkins, keto, vegan, plant-based or low carb, our ultimate goal should always be to feel good and to live a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Most recently, the focus has...

It’s been a while since we covered a ‘gatherings’ topic, and we’ve had this one in the bag for a while. How many times have you attended a dinner party and been sat next to someone you didn’t know, and once the initial pleasantries were done, you were hard pressed on...

Cholesterol, much like diabetes and blood pressure, though hereditary, is also very much related to your diet and lifestyle choices. Though detrimental to your long-term health (namely heart health), the good news, especially where the latter is concerned, is that we...

We are now more than halfway through January 2025, and if statistics are anything to go by, it is usually at this point (if not earlier) that many of us start teetering away from our resolutions, especially where clean and healthy eating is concerned. With a lifestyle...

The New Year is fast approaching, and I’m sure we all want to start 2025 on the right foot. So, after a month of gatherings and indulgences, the time has come to start setting our intentions, goals and resolutions for next year, in which case, it wouldn’t hurt to...

When it comes to Christmas, we think about family, friends, new year’s resolutions, and more than anything, we think about the food! For many of us, Christmas lunch or dinner entails the traditional roast turkey, sage stuffing, mashed or roasted potatoes, green beans...

While the holiday season is a time of joy, celebration and gathering around traditional and tasty foods, it is important to also remember the real enjoyments; savouring your favourite meals with your friends and families, but not compromising your health and...

You’re all familiar with the old saying ‘we eat with our eyes’, which is absolutely true! Of course, taste is important, but let’s face it, the more aesthetically pleasing and presentable your food, the more likely people are to gravitate towards it, which reduces the...

It’s been a while since we’ve had a gatherings post, and having hosted and attended many successful dinner parties myself, I felt it was appropriate to share a few things I’ve learned along the way. When I say ‘successful’, I don’t mean in terms of the food, but more...

In honour of Men’s Health Awareness Month, yufeed is here to offer some advice on how to improve the overall health and well-being of the men in our lives. Whether it’s your father, husband, brother or friend, how many of you hear the age-old complaint of ‘Ugh, I’m so...

In honour of World Vegan Day on November 1, 2024, yufeed would like to tackle the ‘am I getting enough protein as a vegan?’ question. It’s dawned on many of us as we get older, that our bodies require more protein than it used to, to help with muscle mass and bone...

In honour of World Food Day, yufeed is featuring an article by Liliana Christofides, an Anthropology graduate whose article can also be found in the cookbook, Empowering Women Through Cooking UAE: Opening a food delivery website or app and scrolling through your...

The weather is finally starting to cool down, and many of us are getting ready for the more autumn-appropriate hearty meals. Typically, this involves something warm and comforting, which is almost always served in a bowl. And when it comes to breakfast, perhaps one of...

In honour of World Taco Day on October 4th, today we are talking about, you guessed it, tacos! Though typically perceived as a quick and cost effective meal, tacos can be, and actually are quite healthy. In fact, this is perhaps the one thing we forget. Yes, they’re...

Seeds are a highly versatile ingredient that provide an easy and effective way to add texture and nutrients, such as protein, fibre and healthy fats to any meal. Looking to increase your protein intake? Try adding seeds to your salads Having gut issues? Try adding...

The importance of water and staying hydrated has been brought up consistently throughout this blog, and there really is no end to just how good it is to one’s overall health and well-being. Sadly, it is also something many of us forget or fail to do. Ironic, given...

We all know how important a good routine can be; it keeps you honest, breeds good habits and reduces stress. We also spend a great deal of time establishing these routines, which let’s face it, in the midst of all the chaos that is our everyday lives, is in fact quite...

Let’s face it, summer is here and the weather is very quickly heating up. I don’t know about the rest of you, but the idea of having to prepare a meal in a hot kitchen is not necessarily appealing at this time. Sure, you can make a salad, and though that may not...

With the weather currently heating up, do you ever find yourself experiencing a ‘dip’ at certain times of the day? Though I would typically advise a quick 15-minute power nap to beat this summer fatigue, this tip is not always convenient, especially during the work...

We’ve already covered the things you should be doing when weaning your baby and switching them over to solid food. So now let us move on to what you absolutely should NOT be doing. Though we have said that it is important to gradually introduce as much variety as...

The process of weaning may vary from one household to the next, and very likely from one child to the next, as some babies are more accepting than others. Whatever the process however, this transition usually happens at around 6 months old (or even as young as 4...

A healthy and well-rounded balanced diet includes carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. These macronutrients are all essential in providing the body with all the nutrients it needs to function normally. When it comes to fats, there are often misconceptions; namely that...

Though introducing solid foods and seeing your baby react to new flavours and textures is one of the best parts of their first year, it can also be quite stressful. How do you know if your baby is allergic to something? How do you check for them? What happens if they...

With life being as busy as ever and stress levels running high, it’s only natural that we would want to reach for our favourite bag of chips or tub of ice cream. What we may not realise however is that these comfort foods may be doing more harm than good – as is the...

There is no denying that when it comes to Middle Eastern cooking, the best part is the rice! Though some may say it’s the bread, I would beg to differ.  Seriously, nothing brings me as much joy and comfort as enjoying a warm bowl of steamed white rice, topped with my...

With the holy month of Ramadan having come to a close, and not to mention the end of the Eid Al Fitr weekend and school holidays, many of us are getting back into the swing of settling into our normal routines; getting into work on time, dropping our kids off at...