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What you need to know about eggs
Eggs, the low calorie powerhouse of nutrients!
"Go to work on an egg"Do you remember this slogan? Probably not, it was a long time ago, however this was once a well-known advertising slogan from the 1950's, but was banned in 2007 from being re-broadcast because it did not suggest a varied diet!Now, a varied diet is always...
The Healthy Halloween Food - Yes it's Possible!
If you’re throwing a party chances are some spooky food will be involved.
The best ever Halloween foodWow, Halloween time is nearly here again and as most people will probably be having their parties this weekend here’s our pick of the best Halloween food. And of course it needs a spooky twist so look no further. When you think of the food on...
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The top reasons for eating leeks [with Recipes]
Leeks are great for you and British leeks are available most of the year, so there’s no excuse not to eat them.
Leeks are Back!British leeks are available all year round (except June), but the peak times for them are the spring and autumn and as we are into September its a great time to add them back into our diet. Our favourite recipes are below, but a few facts first. Did you know?Leeks...
Check out the foods in season this month
In Season this MonthBlackberriesOffer protection from heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure and cancerBroccoliGreat for your heart, blood, brain, immune system, eyesight and cellsCeleryA nutrient lightweight but great for flavourCos LettuceGood for the health of...
How to Wow Your Friends at Dinner Parties Every Time!
How a mismatched meal could save your dinner party.
Summer is here, ignore the weather! It's party time and I'm talking dinner parties. I love an al fresco meal, but how to wow your guests?I have lost count of how many times I’ve had a meal with an amazing starter only for it to be followed by a decidedly average main course. I...
Natural Hay Fever Remedies - The Truth
Start your defence now, before hay fever season starts!
Hay fever season is upon us!I don’t know about you but every year hay fever season hits me, without me remembering that I have it every year. So, I suddenly start sneezing, my nose is running and my eyes start itching and I’m wondering what’s going on, then the penny drops!What...
Retox -The Nutritional Benefits of Your Favourite Drinks!
Finished with that detox, it's time to Retox!
Did you start the year with a detox or not drinking? Well if you did and its time to retox, we’ve got the low down on which drinks have the most nutrients to get you off to the right start. It's good to be a bit more informed in your choices 😃So, lets just check out how good...
Beans are a triple win for health, climate and affordability
Bang in some Beans the new initiative from the Food Foundation
Bang in some Beans is a new initiative from the Food Foundation, supported by celebrity chefs Jamie Oliver, Hugh Fearnley‑Whittingstall and Tom KerridgeThe Food Foundation and partners Veg Power and Kent Student Union are beginning an exciting new three-year Lottery funded...
Should you take vitamin D supplements?
It's a good question, read on...
Vitamin D, known as "the sunshine vitamin" because your body produces it after exposure to the sun, has long been known to help build strong bones by increasing your body's absorption of calcium and phosphorous. But with winter upon us it's difficult to get vitamin D from...
The best foods to reduce tiredness and fatigue
Are you feeling tired and lacking in energy? Do you need your Va Va Voom Back?
Summer’s over, we’ve just come back from holiday and the autumn blues have taken over. We’re feeling tired and lacking in energy and motivation to do anything. We need help to get our Va Va Voom back! How about you?Are you looking at the door that’s covered in fingerprints...
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