Pineapple Passion Smoothie
So TROPICAL! These are the flavours I dream on those dark, cold winter nights, when summer holidays feel like a distant memory and a long way away. I speak a lot about how much I adore the health benefits o...
Sugar and Sugar Addiction: Breaking the Cycle
Experts believe that refined sugar is more addictive than cocaine because it stimulates the reward centre of our brain to release dopamine, which makes us want to experience that feeling more and more, encourag...
Curried Chickpea and Wild Rice Stir-fry
Beans and rice are a classic combination. A few decades ago, it was claimed that those on a meat-free diet must eat beans and rice together to consume the right kind of 'complementary' amino acids. Luckily,...
Kiwi-Cucumber Cooler
This is my idea of the perfect refreshing, hydrating summer smoothie. All I seem to crave in warm weather, especially after exercise, is an icy cold drink. I used a combination of cucumber, kiwi and green a...
‘Toffee Crisp’ Protein Thickshake
A healthy chocolate smoothie that tastes like a Toffee Crisp? You must be joking!
That's pretty much what I hear from my friends when I dare to tell them that such a creation exists!
Yet this smoo...
Roast Aubergine and Basil Pizza
I think I'm obsessed with pesto. It's the ubiquitous deli spread that instantly makes everything taste amazing. And the best thing is that it's so easy to make at home and playing around with different ingr...
Detoxification for Beauty
Beauty Tip: One of the very best supplements for boosting liver detox is Milk Thistle, which is completely natural and easily available in health food shops. Its potent ingredient, Silymarin, helps to boost the...
The Importance of Fat
Throughout my training as a nutritional therapist, the necessity of the right type of fats in the diet was consistently emphasised, and many clients I've worked with have shown classic symptoms o...
The Full Facts on Fibre
The word ‘fibre’ frequently appears on cereal boxes and other packaged foods, yet many of us do not realise the importance of fibre in our diets for long-term health, weight control and ...
Nuts, Seeds and Nut Butters
Nuts and Seeds
These should be unsalted and raw, not roasted. It's best to store them in the fridge as this prevents rancidity and increases their shelf-life. Aim to soak small quantities for at le...