You are constantly anxious, you feel restless all the time and you cannot focus on doing anything right. At night, you stare at the ceiling for hours. The last time you checked, the time was 2.00 a.m. You finally fall asleep and then you wake up and it’s 4.00 a.m. …
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Stay healthy by doing these 5 things every day
We often put off taking care of ourselves to take care of everyone else or chase our dreams. Before we know it, we are overweight, stressed out, and get diagnosed with numerous health problems. But how is it possible to stay healthy and manage a busy schedule at the same …
Read More »Eat less seafood if pregnant
A diet rich in seafood has its benefits. Seafood is an excellent source of Omega 3 fatty acids, high quality protein, iodine and a wide range of other minerals. The problem lies in the fact that predatory fishes, the ones on the top of the food chain, accumulate mercury during …
Read More »Things you should consider doing to speak more clearly
Frequently slurring words can be frustrating. Seemingly being a clumsy speaker often doesn’t help social or even professional prospects either. Therefore, if you feel an imperative need to speak more clearly, then such matters are undoubtedly worth resolving at the first opportunity. It could improve everything from the quality of …
Read More »Plantain Lasagna: Enjoy recipes for meat or veggies
Plantain Lasagna is common on the island of Puerto Rico where it is known as Pastelón. Combining the sweetness of ripe plantain and the savoury flavour of beef, it is the prefect side dish. You may also use turkey or chicken if you desire. The vegan version is just as …
Read More »7 Things students should check before moving in anywhere
People focus more on the choice of school and course to study. They believe applying to the best schools and studying courses with high prospects alone determines a student’s future. That’s true but know that before moving in any accommodation, there are things you should look out for. A bad …
Read More »Yam Casserole: A tasty healthy staple for Sunday lunch
Macaroni pie is a staple with Sunday lunch. But sometimes you may be looking for a change or you may have yam on hand and looking for something to do with it that the entire family will love. Here is an idea, try this Yam Casserole recipe. Yam Casserole is …
Read More »5 CBD infused cocktails to dazzle your friends
If you are here and reading this, you are already aware of what is CBD. It has been quite a long time since people were introduced to the world of cannabidiol. You are likely to find CBD in the form of capsules, powder, oil and tinctures. You can also consume …
Read More »Eid-Ul-Fitr – sweets that make our celebrations
By Marissa Armoogam. Trinidad is renowned the world over for our many festivals, cultural activities, people and food, to name a few things. As we approach the middle of Eid-Ul-Fitr another year the festival and celebrations are in full swing as each month that goes by is met with preparations for …
Read More »Work hard: How I got 2 Distinctions in 6 months
By Darius Soyer. After doing CXC exams in June 2020, my results were not what I expected. I was severely disappointed in myself and admittedly I was discouraged to work hard and make things right. I took almost a year after receiving my results to “find myself” aka hiding from …
Read More »Top 7 survival strategies for students travelling abroad
Travelling abroad to study should be a matter of excitement. But some students get very worried about going to study overseas. We totally understand their concern because studying abroad requires a lot of brave input. We as humans need to stay alert to avoid any emergencies. And the same goes …
Read More »Oven baked Swai, tasty fish that’s not fishy
Swai is a mild fish that is very easy to cook and does not have a strong fishy taste or smell. It is generally imported from Asia and is known by a list of other names – Vietnamese Catfish, Basa Fish and Iridescent Shark. Most of us have crossed paths …
Read More »Breadfruit chips, the healthier snack
Homemade treats are always healthier than store bought ones, but there is often a trade-off. It would either require that you buy a whole lot of ingredients that you would not normally use or it would take a lot of time and effort to prepare. Breadfruit chips on the other …
Read More »Healthy vegan Oil Down recipe with numerous benefits
Oil Down is considered the national dish of Grenada, but is enjoyed by people all around the world. There is no set recipe to say, as every family has a variation on the standard Oil Down recipe. The only constant is breadfruit. Breadfruit has a lot of health benefits as …
Read More »Hot Cross Buns fresh out the oven
Hot Cross Buns can be found everywhere around this time of the year. At Easter time you see these mouth-watering glazed buns crossed with sweet icing in every bakery and supermarket. It seems like for a short period Hot Cross Buns have taken over. In keeping with our philosophy that …
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