We all want to let our hair down over the festive season, and that is as it should be, but you can still keep a watchful eye on your health without being a party pooper- your waistline and your liver will thank you in the long run. Take a look at our festive tips on [...]
A healthy gut it the key to a healthier you. Here are a few simple things that can help improve your gut health: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0N6ZlimD56o
When the Daily Mail asked me to contribute to this article I was surprised at how many products I actually don't have in my house for various reasons. If they were looking for the obvious ones the list would have been coke, donuts, hydrogenated oils, colourings, etc, but they wanted to feature the surprises. I'm very [...]
You might already be aware that eating a healthy diet is good for reducing your risk of heart disease but did you also know that it can help even if you already had heart disease? For example, eating the right diet can: Help lower your blood pressure Help reduce your cholesterol Help lower your stroke [...]
Trying to lower your cholesterol, here are some key facts and nutrition tips that might help you find your way: What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a fatty substance (lipid) that is made in the cells of your body. Many cells make cholesterol, the liver makes about one quarter of the total. You need some cholesterol [...]
This is a fast, delicious and nutritious recipe to help you look after your heart. Preparation time: 10 mins Cooking time: 20 mins Serves 4 Top green part of 5 spring onions 100 g Chinese cabbage 25g fresh coriander 25g ginger peeled and grated 4 radishes 125g rice noodles 300g salmon fillets 1 tbsp light [...]
Breakfast can be tricky for those who are following a gluten/lactose free or low FODMAP diet. Fortunately there are many great alternatives to lactose and nowadays it is so much easier to follow a gluten free and low-FODMAP diet. Breakfast is an important meal both for sustaining energy levels and appetite but also for weight [...]
What is the role of the immune system? The immune system is complex and is made up of a network of cells, proteins, tissues and organs that work together to protect our bodies. Its function is to defend us against germs and microorganisms which help to prevent bouts of illness and infection. A lowered immunity [...]
This hearty nutritious soup is a great way to warm up on a cold Winter's day. Preparation time 10 minutues Cooking time 20 minutes Serves 4 3 medium carrots 2 parsnips 2 celery stick 100g kale 1 potato 50g grated parmesan 400ml tin of tomatoes 80g gluten free rice pasta 2 tbsp tomato puree 900ml [...]
This carrot dip makes a great low-fat, low-FODMAP alternative to hummus. Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes Serves 6 Ingredients 300g carrots peeled and cut in to 4cm slices 2 tbsp olive oil 3 cm peeled and grated ginger 2 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp paprika 3 tbsp toasted pine nuts 2 tbsp [...]
