Even when I temporarily fall off the healthy bandwagon (it happens occasionally!) there are foods I religiously include in my diet. Like organic eggs for breakfast, a handful of almonds for snacking, and a couple of daily cups of green tea. I discovered green tea years ago and here I wanted to share why it’s … Continue reading
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The potato – gluten free friend or carbohydrate rich foe?
The humble potato is the world’s number one vegetable crop, and one of the most versatile. Whether you love crispy french fries, silky mash, cheesy gratin, hearty soups (or all of the above), potato is one of those foods that’s hard to live without. In recent years the potato has been demonised for its calorie … Continue reading
Avocado infographic – health benefits, uses & fun facts
Over the last year I’ve eaten more avocados than in the last 10 years combined. Like many people I used to be conscious of their high fat content and so typically avocados were a treat saved for weekend breakfasts. But nowadays, being more clued up on avocados as a superfood, I’m happy to have avocado … Continue reading
Kale – the health benefits & a simple kale chips recipe
What vegetable can claim the following? It’s been on the menu at health food cafes for a few years, as a super food. It appears in many forms – juices, frittatas, soups, chips/crisps. Some call it the new ‘beef’ because of its high protein and iron content. A celebrity following (Gwyneth Paltrow, among others, loves … Continue reading