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There is much research to show that eating a largely vegan diet can help to reduce the risk of many diseases as well as being better for the planet. However, it is also possible to eat a vegan diet that does not provide everything that a healthy diet should. Eating animal products is an easy way to ensure that all essential amino acids (the ...

There is much evidence to suggest that not only are unrefined oils beneficial and necessary for health, they also enhance the uptake of nutrients from the foods they accompany (1,2). Fortunately the plant kingdom supplies us with many delicious and varied sources of beneficial oils. Here are some tips for choosing and using oils: Avoid oils ...

The previous blog looked at the rise of interest in veganism and how to cook without eggs, including a delicious vegan chocolate and orange cake recipe. Here are some plant based alternatives to dairy products followed by a couple of delicious vegan desserts. Nut & Seed milks – these can be bought or home made. Good nuts and seeds to use ...

The number of vegans in Britain has risen by more than 360% over the past decade. This means that there are now more than half a million vegans in Britain, making it one of the countries fastest growing life-style trends. Over 40% of vegans are aged between 15-34, but a healthy 14% are over 65. Most vegans live in urban areas. In addition to this ...

It is generally accepted that certain dietary habits increase the risk of some types of cancer whilst some foods and ways of eating may reduce the risk of some cancers. A recent review looked at 30 years of research into the effects of certain foods on cancer (1). Ten natural anticancer substances found in foods were identified. These ...

Whilst what we eat and how much we eat are both well known to affect weight a new study suggests that when we eat also has an impact. Information from over 50 000 participants in the Adventist Health Study found that there were 4 factors associated with a decrease in body mass index (1). These were: Eating only 1 or 2 meals a ...

Snacking is controversial. Some people say it's good to snack as it keeps blood sugar levels stable and prevents excessive hunger which can lead to over eating. Others say it's best to leave a good few hours between meals to allow digestion to take place fully. We are all different and will have different needs when it comes to frequency of food ...

Chickpeas are legumes grown mainly in temperate and semi arid climates. They are a good source of protein, fibre, resistant starch, oligosaccharides, sterols, calcium, magnesium, potassium, B vitamins, folate and antioxidants including carotenoids and isoflavones (1,2,3). But their benefits go beyond the nutrients they contain. Let's take a look ...

Looking for a versatile, grain free, gluten free flour? Look no further than green banana flour. Green banana flour is made using bananas that are harvested before they have fully ripened and hence before the starch has turned to sugar. This means it is not sweet like normal banana flour and can replace other flours in both savoury and sweet ...

Mother's day is a good opportunity to celebrate the mother of the family as well as mother figures in society. Mother's day always falls 3 weeks before Easter Sunday meaning the date changes each year. This year mothering Sunday is on the 26th March. Don't miss this opportunity to spoil your mum or wife with flowers, chocolates and breakfast in ...