With the recent launch of the government obesity strategy, it follows that we should all be more mindful about the foods we’re consuming. One particular issue is our sugar intake, as these often exceed the recommended daily allowance. Adults should be aiming to consume less than 90g of sugar daily, ...

Most of the readers here may be familiar with the words “probiotics” and “prebiotics” and are also aware of the health benefits towards the well-being of the gut. However, have we really understood exactly what they are and the differences between them? There are several blogs and articles on the ...

If you’re only a recent convert to plant-based diets, then chances are you’re struggling to rustle up innovative recipes, or, you're missing meat! This is perfectly natural, but, with the help of these dishes - we'll help you to satiate your carnivorous cravings in Vegetarian Carnivore: 3 ...

When we think of pumpkins the first thing that typically springs to mind is spooky Halloween imagery but pumpkins are one of the best autumnal veggies to grow along with its fellow brethren squash and melon. This grand bauble of bustling vitamins is one of the richest sources of nutrients often ...

The world we now live in provides us with plenty of choices and that also applies to the types of cooking oils we can buy and use. Some, like vegetable oil, we are more familiar with and others, like avocado or canola oil, maybe less. A question most of us may be thinking then, is which oil is ...

We hear the word macros thrown around a lot lately but what are they and how do they benefit us? Put simply, they are the key nutrients that make up the foundations of our diet. The three essentials for human growth and development include Carbohydrates, Fat and Protein. Let's break these down ...

Have you ever experienced inexplicable chest pain or eye problems? Ever feel curiously tired or down? Have you experienced weak hair and nails, or stormed a seemingly unprovoked acne breakout? Nutrient deficiencies can be the cause of all kinds of issues, from chest pains to pimples. With the ...

Government guidelines recommend 30g of fibre per day to sustain a healthy, balanced diet, however evidence shows that the average adult consumes less than 20g daily. Our previous articles; Top 5 Super Cheap High-Fibre Vegetables and Top 5 Health Benefits of Dietary Fibre, discussed the importance ...

If you are looking for a delicious, colourful, vitamin-rich and low-calorie addition to your diet, look no further than spring onions. They are packed with Vitamins A, C, Thymine, copper, potassium and magnesium and are a staple in Chinese and Asian cooking. They're also notable in history as being ...

If there’s any sporting industry veganism has struggled to penetrate - it’s bodybuilding. Football has seen some of its talented athletes praise veganism, namely Argentinian superstars Lionel Messi and Sergio Aguero. The boxing world has seen British heavyweight champion David "Hayemaker" Haye ...