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Every time I travel back home, my mum welcomes me with the comforting aroma of one of my favourite childhood dishes; stuffed artichoke hearts with minced meat, carrots, and peas.  The smell wafting from the kitchen instantly brings me back to those cosy family dinners. No matter how long I've been away, that first bite always feels like home, a reminder of her love and the warmth of our family kitchen. Here’s how you can make it, step by step: Ingredients: One bag of frozen artichoke bottoms 1/3 cup pine nuts A bag of Plant-Based Mince Beef (or beef) 1 medium-large carrot, finely chopped into cubes 1 cup peas 1 onion, finely chopped 1 lemon 1 tsp Salt & pepper 1 tsp 7 mixed spice Instructions: Step 1 : Prepare the artichokes: Start by placing the artichoke bottoms into a large pot.  Cover them with water and bring it to a medium-high heat.  Let them cook for about 10 minutes, just to soften them up a bit. Step 2 : Drain and simmer: Once they’re done, dr...

When I first heard the phrase "medically induced menopause," I’ll admit, I had some pretty naïve thoughts... mainly visions of life without periods, finally free to wear white pants all month long. Turns out, I was totally unprepared for what actually happens. If natural menopause shows up like a slow train pulling into a station, medically induced menopause is more like being yanked off the tracks and dropped into a whole new hormonal landscape - instantly. One minute I was myself, and the next: hot flashes, mood swings, and a level of tired that made even my bones feel exhausted. If you’re reading this, you might be in the same boat; whether you got here thanks to surgery, chemo, or medication. However you arrived, the shock to your system is real. But you’re not alone. Here are some of the biggest challenges I’ve faced (so far!) and what’s actually helped me cope. 1. Hot Flashes & Night Sweats Let’s start with the obvious. My nights have turned into an Olympic sport of...