Blog

Published Nov 19, 2020 Everyone loves cake, don’t they? This one is comparatively low in calories and just as tasty as well as being low sugar and low fat. Serves: 12 slices Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 40 - 50 minutes Rest Time: 60 - 120 minutes Dietary:...

The benefits of knowing your food sensitivities

Intolerances & Allergies

Published Nov 19, 2020 A food sensitivity describes a reaction to a certain food soon after eating it. They’re caused by our body having difficulty digesting this certain food (or ingredient within a food), causing uncomfortable, unpleasant and sometimes embarrassing...

Cauliflower Curry

Published Nov 12, 2020 Cauliflower never gets the praise it deserves as a vegetable. Cruciferous vegetables are important in the human diet. It’s weight loss friendly and particularly good in curries and other seasoned dishes. High in fibre and B Vitamins, it is a...

Can you REALLY reverse Type 2 Diabetes?

Published Nov 12th, 2020 If you asked this question a few years ago, medical experts would have vehemently denied that this was possible. Be encouraged though, as you can get off medication for the illness if you are prepared to try. To clarify, we would rather use...

Oven baked Teriyaki Salmon fillets

Published Nov 5, 2020 Salmon is a wonderful fish, full of antioxidants and many other vitamins and minerals. Probably its best attribute is the amount of omega-3 fatty acids it contains, which promote a healthy heart. This recipe is almost Far Eastern style and...

Understanding omega fatty acids

Published Nov 5, 2020 Despite being calorific, our body needs a certain amount of fat to stay healthy. But it’s the type of fat that’s important. Good fats are generally the unsaturated fats whilst bad fats are the saturated fats. One of the good fats are the omega...

Fudgy vegan brownies

Published Oct 28, 2020 There is nothing like a super moist brownie on your tastebuds! If you have a problem with gluten, this recipe is ideal for you and the family. You can try this with a little crème fraiche or cream as a dessert – everyone will approve! Serves: 12...

Getting all the nutrients you need on a vegetarian or vegan diet

Vegetarianism

Published Oct 28, 2020 In today’s gastronomic world, we can’t help being aware of meals that are different from the traditional ‘meat and two veg’ of yesteryear. When we say different, we mean lots of things. It could mean eating a meat other than chicken, beef, lamb...

Food and Drinks that Drain your Energy

Published Oct 24, 2020 Struggle to get out of bed in the morning? Feel sluggish by lunchtime? Fighting to stay focused throughout the day or just plain exhausted? It might be time to address your diet. Low energy levels can strike at any time and their impact can be...

Multiseed Gluten-free Bread

Published October 22, 2020 Try this delicious gluten-free bread, it has so much taste and is ideal with almost any accompaniment, such as cheese, cold meats, salad or sweet toppings. This loaf freezes well, so get ahead and always keep one in the freezer! Serves: 20...

Dealing with intolerance to bread

Intolerances & Allergies

Published October 22, 2020 It’s becoming increasingly more common to hear about the “bloating”, “gassiness” and “indigestion” which follows for many after having some bread. Whilst common, it’s certainly not “normal” to experience this kind of reaction. This is not...

Diabetes prevention: 5 ways to take control

Published Oct 17, 2020 According to Diabetes UK, 4.7 million people in the UK have diabetes. The most common form of diabetes is Type 2 diabetes. The disheartening rise in obesity rates is the leading reason so many people are now living with the condition. 60% of...

Chicken, broccoli and potato bake

Published October 15, 2020 A great way to use up leftover chicken from a Sunday roast dinner, plus potatoes and broccoli. You can also use spinach or cabbage greens for the health factor, or any other vegetables at all! If they are already cooked, don’t throw them...

How your socio-economic climate can affect your health

Published October 14, 2020 It’s easy to think about what you want to eat and when you want to eat it. Making healthy, tasty choices is not always that simple, particularly if you are dependent on a low income, or if you live in a country or area of the world where...

How to get a good night’s sleep

Published Oct 10, 2020 Sleep allows our bodies to heal and rejuvenate. Too little of it, and we are not only tired, but our health suffers too. Many people either struggle to sleep or don’t get enough each night. A lack of sleep has been linked to brain fog and...

Stay Healthy During Coronavirus

Published Oct 3, 2020 The coronavirus pandemic is affecting our normal routines in all kinds of ways – from having to work from home (or not working at all) to being cut off from friends and family and pressing pause on our favourite hobbies. These disruptions to our...

Six reasons to become a plant based eater

Published Sept 26, 2020 Ethical and environmental benefits aside, the myriad of health benefits reaped by plant-based eaters are well documented. Including a lowered risk of cardiovascular disease, a protective effect against improved mood, improved digestion and...

Pear Power Smoothie