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Beans are a triple win for health, climate and affordability
Bang in some Beans the new initiative from the Food Foundation
Bang in some Beans is a new initiative from the Food Foundation, supported by celebrity chefs Jamie Oliver, Hugh Fearnley‑Whittingstall and Tom KerridgeThe Food Foundation and partners Veg Power and Kent Student Union are beginning an exciting new three-year Lottery funded...
Should you take vitamin D supplements?
It's a good question, read on...
Vitamin D, known as "the sunshine vitamin" because your body produces it after exposure to the sun, has long been known to help build strong bones by increasing your body's absorption of calcium and phosphorous. But with winter upon us it's difficult to get vitamin D from...
The best foods to reduce tiredness and fatigue
Are you feeling tired and lacking in energy? Do you need your Va Va Voom Back?
Summer’s over, we’ve just come back from holiday and the autumn blues have taken over. We’re feeling tired and lacking in energy and motivation to do anything. We need help to get our Va Va Voom back! How about you?Are you looking at the door that’s covered in fingerprints...
Find out what foods to eat for your blood pressure
I read the other day that around a third of adults in the UK have high blood pressure. Wow, that really shocked me, and according to the NHS, many people won’t realise they have it. What is it hypertension?Hypertension or high blood pressure, rarely has noticeable symptoms. But...
What’s the difference between macro and micronutrients?
And are you getting enough?
We all know that good nutrition is really important, but with so much conflicting information it can be hard to figure out. For example, what are the differences between macro and micronutrients? MacronutrientsWhen we think about nutrients we usually think about protein,...
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The top reasons for eating tomatoes [with Recipes]
British tomato fortnight just ended, so we thought we’d celebrate this jewel of a vegetable
British tomato fortnight ended yesterday, but that doesn't mean we can't still celebrate the simple tomato!Or fruit if you want to be technical about it. Tomatoes are the fruit of the vine, just as are cucumbers, squashes, beans and peas, and not vegetables at all! Tomatoes come...
CheckYourFood Battles: Potato Vs. Banana
Who will win this battle?
Potato Vs. Banana One of these is seen as a carb loaded comfort food and the other as a healthy snack. We’re pitting Potato Vs Banana as they both pack a good health punch. Let’s see which will win. As always we’re comparing realistic portions sizes against your RDA*...
Natural Hay Fever Remedies - The Truth
Start your defence now, before hay fever season starts!
Hay fever season is almost upon us!I don’t know about you but every year hay fever season hits me, without me remembering that I have it every year. So, I suddenly start sneezing, my nose is running and my eyes start itching and I’m wondering what’s going on, then the penny...
Know what to eat to boost your immune system
Keep your immune system in tip top shape!With the flu bug still hanging around, it’s essential to make sure your immune system is at it’s best, even though it looks like spring has arrived. . Now, the first reaction of most people is to reach for a bottle of multivitamins. In...
Comforting Winter Casseroles and Stews
My six favourite, budget friendly casseroles and stews
It’s freezing where I am. There’s frost on the ground and I’m wearing 3 layers of tops! Sound familiar, then its time for a nice comforting casserole or stew. What’s the difference?Casseroles are cooked in the oven and strews are cooked on the hob. I don’t know about you, but I...
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