As some of us already know, pregnancy can wreak havoc on a woman’s figure. 27 year old Sasha Connor experienced just that 2 years ago with the birth of her second child Daniel, a short 2 years after giving birth to her first born son Ivan. Having always been a curvy girl who enjoyed swimming […]

25 Jul 2013 DR TAREK

The Dubai “stone” is infamous here. Expats arrive and as they settle into their new lives, the pounds/kilos creep on. This happened to German expatriate Sonja Brix, and when added to post-baby weight, before she knew it her once svelte size 36/38 pre-pregnancy figure blossomed to a size 46! The photos tell the tale! Sonja […]

26 May 2013 DR TAREK

Heading out on a holiday adventure? Fantastic! While you’re jet-setting to new destinations, remember that you can still maintain your healthy eating habits and even shed a few pounds or simply sustain your healthy weight. Sure, navigating healthy choices while traveling requires a bit of creativity and strategy. You’ll likely find yourself dining out frequently, […]

01 Jul 2012 DR TAREK

Welcome to our culinary adventure where we explore the art of baking the perfect blueberry muffins. Join us as we delve into the delightful world of baking, infused with the sweet aroma of fresh blueberries and the warm embrace of soft, fluffy muffins. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a journey […]

15 Jan 2012 DR TAREK

Lifestyle challenges of eating on the run. With all the rushing around and juggling of family, work and social commitments, lifestyle challenges can get in the way of good nutrition. Such challenges include daily stresses and lack of time with the resultant despondent mindset, forgetting to drink enough water, obligatory travel and easy access to […]

15 Jan 2012 DR TAREK

Per serving 58 calories 0.8g fat Serves 4 Prep time 15 mins 1 papaya, peeled and deseeded 1 eating apple, diced 1 tbsp lemon juice 200g low-fat cottage cheese 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives mixed salad leaves to serve Peel the papaya and the apple and dice into pieces. Place in a bowl and add […]

31 Aug 2011 DR TAREK