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Iceland has a rich history of fishing, and dried fish (known as "harðfiskur" in Icelandic) has been a staple of the Icelandic diet for centuries. The tradition of drying fish in Iceland dates back to the Viking Age, when the island was first settled by Norse explorers. In those early days, dried fish was a crucial source of protein for the settlers, who relied heavily on the sea for their survival. They would catch fish in the surrounding waters, and then dry it in the sun and wind until it was hard and brittle. This allowed them to preserve the...

Exploring the Rise and Fall of Icelandic Herring Fishing Industry Fishing holds a significant place in the history and cultural heritage of Iceland. From the time of its earliest settlements, Icelandic fishermen have ventured out into the seas to bring back their catch.  Fish has long served as a crucial source of sustenance, and has even played a pivotal role in laying the foundation of Iceland's economy. The Icelandic culture places great emphasis on respecting the ocean and its offerings, and responsible management of marine resources is considered to be of utmost importance to the nation.  In essence, the relationship...

Who are these mischievous prankers? They are 13 brothers who come to town every night for the last thirteen nights before Yule. Not regular parents Their mum is Grýla, a giantess with an appetite for the flesh of mischievous children, whom she cooks in a large pot. She has the ability to know when the children are not behaving in a proper manner, scary! But it's at Christmas when she leaves her cave to hunt for children to prepare her meals. We know, this doesn't sound very festive. IIlustration by Brian Pilkington©   Her husband Leppalúði is lazy and mostly stays at home in...

The winning health recipe We all have heard about all different types of tips to be healthier, to take care of your body, or to build up a strong immune system, but there are so many sources out there that it has become way too complicated. Eat that, don't eat that, we don't know what is good anymore, there is too much information everywhere.  Well, we are going to keep it simple, one Cod Liver Oil tablet or spoon per day, and within two weeks you will start feeling better. We are not exaggerating its benefits, it has been proven...

What is an enzyme? An enzyme is a type of protein that acts as a catalyst in biological reactions. Enzymes are essential for many chemical reactions that take place in the body, and they help to regulate and speed up these reactions without being used up in the process. The use of proteolytic enzymes for medicine has a history going back thousands of years, and various such biocatalysts have been used for various ailments in recent decades.  Digestive enzymes are enzymes that break down food molecules into smaller molecules that can be absorbed by the body.  How do they help my...