UTI Urinary Tract Infections or UTIs are caused by bacteria adhering to the walls of the urinary tract and often cause a pain. Children or adults can be affected. A urine test (that the GP performs using a stick) can confirm the presence of bacteria. Further investigation in the lab can identify the bacteria and […]
Author Archive | Millie Ferguson
Stuffed marrow
Ingredients A marrow, peeled and portioned evenly by cutting cross-wise into 10-12cm pieces For the stuffing 2 cloves of garlic – peeled and chopped 2 spring onions finely sliced 8 cups of spinach 1/3- 1/2 cup of pine-nuts, toasted 1/2 cup of dry couscous reconstituted with boiling water 1 cup (125g) cottage cheese 1 […]
Palming for tired eyes
I was reading through some old notes on eye health and came across this description of eye cupping or palming. With so many of us staring at a screen these days, eyes can feel tired. At such times it is always handy to have a self-help technique to try first. Of course, if the condition […]
No Mayonnaise Coleslaw
Ingredients for 2 1 large carrot – grated 1 wedge of cabbage – shredded 1Tbsp plain yoghurt 2Tbsp oil Salt Method Drop the grated carrot and cabbage in a pan of salted boiling water and blanch for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and drain using a sieve then place under that tap and run cold […]
Mince Stir Fry with Cabbage and Mushrooms
Ingredients Serves 2 200 g minced meat 50 g shredded cabbage or to taste 2 small potatoes roughly chopped 2 large mushrooms sliced 1 Tbsp oil – e.g. coconut oil 1 Tbsp flour – e.g. spelt flour 1 tsp salt 1 tsp paprika water 6 gherkins, sliced Method Heat the oil and add the cabbage […]