Fruit and Vegetables – Your Five a Day Eating your ‘5 A Day’ has been on everyone’s radar for a while now; we understand how important it is to get your fruit and vegetables fix to maintain a healthy diet. But did you know that eating fruit and vegetables that are in season provides your […]
Cabbage: It will make you feel happier and healthier. Cabbage is an amazing vegetable. Full of vitamin C, rich in fibre, iodine, Vitamin A, beta-carotene, folate, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorous, potassium and sodium. There was a study carried out in the 1950’s where patients with gastric ulcers and acid reflux were given a glass of […]
They have antibacterial antiviral properties. They are great for helping reduce cholesterol in the body. They contain, quercetin, biotin, chromium, folic acid, vitamin C, B1, B6 and K, sulphur magnesium phosphorus selenium potassium and bioflavonoids. They also help to remove heavy metal toxicity in the body. And for diabetics, it’s the chromium in onions that […]
2013 was named the “Year of Quinoa” by United Nations General Assembly, so let’s find out why it is so special. Quinoa (pronounced Keen-wah) is a tiny, bead shaped grain with a bitter flavour. It is gluten free so is suitable for anyone with a gluten intolerance or conditions such as crohn’s or colitis. And […]
Many of you will know that you get protein from vegetables! It is an essential part of a healthy diet. It forms the building blocks for your muscles, blood, immune system and more. And if you aren’t getting enough fuel in the form of carbohydrates and fats to run your body properly, it will take energy from […]
An orange comes from the citrus family along with lemons, limes and a host of others and is usually (strangely enough) orange. They are available all year round from various warm countries around the globe and are packed full of nutrition. A single orange contains almost 100% of the recommended daily intake of Vitamin C, […]
Whether you start your day with an invigorating cup of tea, or wind down with a soothing cup at bedtime, herbal teas are an easy and delicious way to add beneficial herbs to your diet. Many are naturally caffeine free, providing a healthy alternative to traditional black tea and coffee for those looking to limit […]
Everyone knows that too much chocolate can be bad for you, but do we really know why? New research shows that not only does it cause fatty deposits to build up over the consumer’s body (usually in the least desirable places!) but regular c consumption can lead to weaker bones and osteoporosis. Females eating chocolate […]
