Over the past 10 years, dairy-free, plant-based milks have gained a lot of interest. They are great alternatives for managing cow milk allergy, lactose intolerance and prevalence of high cholesterol and a potential solution to environmental animal welfare concerns. Plant-based milks are a great ...

With no agreed place of origin, a multitude of myths from a host of cultures surrounding their uses as signs of social hierarchy through to symbols of immortality and their ambiguous position in nature in which they are considered more closely related to humans than plants – the prehistoric ...

Soya and soya products tend to receive a bad rap in the media. Health claims about soya are sometimes over inflated more than necessary and don't paint the full picture. Let’s look at five of the most commonly discussed now in Top 5 Soya Health Claims! 1. Soya is a source of complete protein ...

With the showery spring now well established and summer approaching, you may be keen to incorporate some alternative fresh, new ingredients into your diet. Part of the Sapindaceae family (also responsible for maple and rambutan) the Chinese originated lychee has been utilised as much in traditional ...

Based in Glastonbury, Somerset and founded in 2004, Indigo Herbs has been serving its customers with ethical, natural and vegan friendly nutritional supplements for the past thirteen years and with affordability at their core, they’ve made it their mission to make health and well-being accessible ...

Many athletes dream of competing in the Olympic Games. This dream became a reality in 2016 for talented British weightlifter Sonny Webster. Only 23 years old, this determined athlete already has plenty of experience behind him and certainly has a successful future ahead of him. Read and enjoy as ...

The third character to feature in Keep Fit Kingdom's Bodybuilding Legends series is British bodybuilder Reg Park. Three times Mr Universe winner and the first bodybuilder on the planet to bench press 500lbs, this unique man was hugely talented and highly influential. Reg Park's massive muscular ...

Ginger, a flowering plant that originated in China, is part of the zingiberaceae botanical family and is closely related to cardamom and turmeric. The ginger root (or rhizome) has a long history of use in Indian, Asian and Arabic herbal traditions, as well as being a popular culinary spice. Read on ...

They taste delicious, complement numerous desserts and smoothies and can be used as decoration on a wide range of dishes -the uses of blueberries are endless. The same statement also applies to their health and nutritional benefits. Read on for the Top 5 Health Benefits of Blueberries! 1. Lower ...

There’s quite a lot of confusion about the difference between juices and smoothies and which is actually better for you. Remember it’s well worth making your own because shop bought ones often aren’t as good for you with many brands still loading them with extra sugar. Homemade juices and smoothies ...