Food & Drink

Summer’s here bringing great weekends of having a laugh with friends and family, days out and maybe the odd festival. However, despite the vast increase in healthier food options available recently, it’s easy to give into temptation and eat greasy, stodgy foods that are high in sugar or salt but low in nutrients.   Read on for our guide to  food and drink that will keep you hydrated and give...

It’s the latest plant milk to hit our shores. Find out the health benefits of dairy-free pea milk, and how to use it in your diet Written by Carole Beck on April 2, 2019 Reviewed by Day Radley on April 4, 2019 Looking for an...

We’re always being told to eat more fibre for good health, but do you really know why? This guide gives you all the information you need about this important nutrient Written by Madeleine Bailey on February 14, 2019 Reviewed by Amanda Hamilton on February 24,...

A zesty twist on a classic Suitable for Vegetarians Serves 6 Prep time 10 minutes Cook time 15 minutes Difficulty Easy Nutrients per serving Energy Total fat Saturates Protein Fibre Carbs Sugar Salt 338 kcal 15.1 g 5.1 g 7.3 g 1.6 g 47.5 g 38.2 g 0.8 g Ingredients For...

Perfect for taking on a picnic Suitable for Vegans Difficulty Easy Serves 12 Prep time 20 minutes Chill time 2 hours Nutrients per serving Energy Total fat Saturates Protein Fibre Carbs Sugar Salt 209 kcal 11 g 3.8 g 4.6 g 1.7 g 22.9 g 9.5...

Suitable for Vegetarians Serves 6 Prep time 40 minutes Cook time 25 minutes Difficulty Moderate Nutrients per serving Energy Total fat Saturates Protein Fibre Carbs Sugar Salt 216 kcal 7 g 3 g 13 g 3 g 26.4 g 3.4 g 0.3 g Ingredients 350g Mr...

One in five of us have low energy levels at any one time. Get the lowdown on what reduces your vitality – and how to restore it Written by Charlotte Haigh on March 8, 2019 Reviewed by Amanda Hamilton on March 14, 2019 Feeling wiped...

Try these delicious chickpea balls  Suitable for Vegans Serves 8 Prep time 15 minutes Cook time 40 minutes Difficulty Moderate Nutrients per serving Energy Total fat Saturates Protein Fibre Carbs Sugar Salt 440 kcal 28 g 12 g 8 g 0.5 g 39 g 30 g 0.6 g Ingredients For...

We’re always hearing about superfoods, but what exactly are they? This guide gives you the lowdown, including easy ways to up your nutrient intake Written by Madeleine Bailey on February 21, 2019 Reviewed by Dr Sarah Schenker on February 27, 2019 Still a bit puzzled...

Find out everything you ever wanted to know about apple cider vinegar – what it does, who it could benefit, and how to take it Written by Charlotte Haigh on December 9, 2018 Reviewed by Dr Sarah Schenker on December 17, 2018 You may have...

The meat and dairy replacements that make being vegan a breeze! Tofu instead of eggs For a much-needed protein hit you can’t go wrong with scrambled tofu for breakfast. It’s also packed with magnesium, copper and zinc and contains all eight essential amino acids. Just...

The greatest misconception about vegans is that they’re barely able to lift a dumbbell. But more professional athletes are now going meat-free Serena Willams? Vegan. Lewis Hamilton? Vegan. Jermain Defoe? Vegan. Patrik Baboumian? Vegan – and one of the strongest men in the world. By...