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‘What to eat!’ series – Pears #31

I don’t know about you but I absolutely love pears. When properly ripe, they are such a delicious, sweet & lovely taste. They also happen to be very healthy. Like apples, they come in many variety so it is up to you to try them out & find the one you prefer. Like most fruits, […]

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‘What to eat!’ series – Quinoa #30

Quinoa is the seed of a plant very high in nutrients. Despite not being technically a grain, it is still categorised as a wholegrain food. It is a good source of antioxidants & minerals (manganese, copper, iron, folate, phosphorous, magnesium, zinc). It is an excellent source of fibre & has a low GI (glycaemic index) […]

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‘What to eat!’ series – Figs #29

  Ok, we are nearly at the end of the season so rush to get them! Figs are nutrient-rich fruits & are just delicious when nicely ripe. They are high in fibre (prebiotic source), copper, vitamin B6, A & C, potassium, calcium, magnesium and antioxidants. They contain natural sugars and are low in calories if […]

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Gut Health, Planet Health: Is There A Crucial Link?

  As I have written in previous blogs, our microbiome is crucial to both our physical and our mental health. The communities of microorganisms that constitute our microbiome determine key aspects of our health and wellbeing by modulating and balancing the soil of our internal flora. If you want to learn more about this before […]

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‘What to eat!’ series – Watercress #28

  If you want to increase your intakes of leafy greens, why not think about watercress? Watercress is an aquatic vegetable that has a strong peppery flavour & is a great addition to our diet. It belongs to the cruciferous family which also includes cabbage, kale & Brussels sprouts. It is rich in vitamins (A, […]

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‘What to eat!’ series – Strawberries #27

  Summer brings the possibility of many wonderful fruits but for us living in London where the Wimbledon Tennis Championship takes place yearly, it is time for strawberries! And June is the perfect month for them. These lovely small, red and sweet fruits contain antioxidants, vitamins (C, B9), minerals (potassium, manganese), fibre and are low […]

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‘What to eat!’ series – Lentils #26

  As you will have noticed from my social media posts, I am a big fan of lentils. They are easy to prepare and are a nutrient-dense, cheap and healthy addition to any dish. They are a rich source of fibre as well as plant-based protein, polyphenols and B vitamins, magnesium, iron, potassium and zinc. […]

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The Powerful Impact of Music to Transform our Health

  Many of you will know that music is a big part of my life. One of the things I really love about living in London is that there are so many live concerts on offer, every day, of every style and for everyone. Sometimes, it is more about choosing where NOT to go as […]

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Boost your Digestion for Better Health & Wellbeing

  Our digestion doesn’t only happen in our stomach. Our digestive tract starts in our mouth and ends in our rectum where we excrete waste. As such the act of digestion is a long process, dependent on the proper functioning of many things within our digestive tract. It all starts in our mouth. As we […]

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‘What to eat!’ series – Leeks #25

  At the moment, I am getting a lot of leeks on my weekly fruits and vegetables organic box delivery. Leeks are very versatile but what are they good for? Like onions, garlic, shallots and chives, leeks are from the allium family. As such they can be used as an alternative to these in a […]

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