Dr Gil Barzilay PhD Midlife Wellness

14/11/2025

White Soup to Strengthen the Lungs and Immunity – Perfect for A Rainy Weekend
This is a surprising white soup that has become a star in the house! Delicate, comforting and especially delicious, and also supports the immune and respiratory systems, just what is needed when the weather gets cold.
The soup is based on white and healthy root vegetables: parsley root, celery root, kohlrabi, leeks, garlic and also distinct and healthy winter representatives - Jerusalem artichoke and turnip. The latter are rich in antioxidants, dietary fiber and minerals that support digestion and balance sugar levels. Yes, Jerusalem artichoke is high on my list for treating diabetes.

As I told you in the post about autumn and how important this season is for Letting Go, this white soup is precisely autumn, related to the lungs and colon, strengthens the body's defense system (Wei Qi) and helps Preventing colds and flu (the news desks are already working overtime to scare us with a particularly violent new flu strain coming from the UK).
The spicy-subtle flavors help open the breath, dry up phlegm and boost energy – just in time for this season 🍂
And alongside the soup, homemade kale chips are easy to make in 5 minutes! Crispy, delicious and perfect for a healthy snack next to the soup or just in front of the rain in the window. For the recipe:

Turnip is a root vegetable rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. They contain a high amount of vitamin C, which strengthens the immune system, along with dietary fiber that contributes to digestive health and balances blood sugar levels. In Chinese medicine, turnips are seen as a "sweet-spicy...

12/11/2025

It did not take us long to create next year's "Reset Retreat" and we've made sure it's up for registeration because Black Friday Weekend is in 2 weeks time and that means cheaper flight tickets & 10% extra discount for early registrants.
Marias Dao Another Island
Looking forward to seeing you:

Move, Breathe & Eat in Harmony with the SeasonsSeptember 19–24, 2026 | With Maria & Gil at Another Island, AntiparosStep into a sanctuary of simplicity and beauty on the serene island of Antiparos.Join us for 5 unforgettable nights and 4 rejuvenating days designed to bring you back into ba...

02/11/2025

Winter is coming ❄️ and this is the season I double-down on mushrooms-warm, comforting, nourishing the immune system & improving metabolism.
I made a delicious recipe this week (you can use any mushrooms you have) and it turned out insane. 🍄🔥
I also put together a 1-PAGE CHEAT SHEET with the top 6 medicinal mushrooms-how they work & what they support/

Want it?Comment "mushrooms" below 👇
and I’ll send it to you privately.

And if you have a mushroom dish you love, share it in comments!
Let’s inspire each other this winter ✨

Mushrooms are available most of the year as they are grown on tree trunks, in a greenhouse or at home. But in nature they usually grow "after the rain". According to Chinese Medicine, mushrooms are a superfood, rich in complex carbohydrates (with medicinal activity), protein and minerals and are exc...

30/10/2025

5 magical days in Hydra coming to an end. Another beautiful 🇬🇷 gem. Been to just 13 islands, so there's 900 more to go until I officially draw a Top 10 😉

29/10/2025

Medscape what's up with you? Are you sponsored by Novo & Eli? Soon you'll report that GLP1 injection will fly you to the moon. Not one day without miracle news about this sh*tty drug that 50% can't tolerate longer than 3 months, but you won't stop promoting it day after day.
Enough!

25/10/2025

Perfect morning to end 2 months at home in Antiparos. Worked 80% of time treating patients, launching my website, first digital course & retreat. Never gave up on a morning walk 🌈

23/10/2025

Healthiest Carrot Ginger & Dark Choclate Cake

What's in it?
5 large carrots, peeled finely grated (in a food processor)
2 dried figs & 3 dried dates, soaked overnight in water (drain before use)
4–5 eggs (one egg per carrot)
3 tablespoons butter + 2 tablespoons olive oil (substitute for more olive oil if desired)
1 small cup finely ground oats (acts as flour-grind rolled oats into powder)
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
1 teaspoon cinnamon
50–70 g dark chocolate (90% cacao, finely chopped)
Pinch of salt
Butter and extra oat flour for greasing tins

How to?
1. Prepare the carrots: Grate carrots finely. Massage gently to release their natural juices.
2. Blend the fruit: Blend the soaked figs and dates together until smooth but not watery.
3. Combine wet ingredients: In a bowl, mix grated carrots, blended fruits, butter & olive oil.
4. Add dry ingredients: Stir in the ground oats, ginger, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
5. Incorporate eggs: Beat the eggs and fold them into the mixture until evenly combined.
6. Add chocolate: Stir in the finely chopped dark chocolate. When baked, you’ll get small, intense bites of flavor
7. Prepare baking tins: Grease small foil molds or muffin tins with butter, dust lightly with oat flour, and shake off the excess.
8. Fill each mold halfway (batter rises only slightly). Bake in preheated oven at 180–200°C (350–390°F) about 40 minutes, until set on top but soft inside.

21/10/2025

After 2 days of rain, my beautiful sunset is back

20/10/2025

How about a golden breakfast? Ronit Nesher

Easy to make protein and health filled vegan breakfast

18/10/2025

Our "Rejuvination & Healing" Retreat in Antiparos 🇬🇷 was so amazing that next year's is in the making. Only 14 places available, many taken by returners.
Want to be the first to know? write "retreat" in comments 👇
Marias Dao