Vegan

If you’re vegan or vegetarian, then you may find that you need to top up your intake of certain vitamins and minerals to make sure you are still benefiting from a healthy, balanced diet. Vital vitamins and supplements for non-meat eaters: Vitamin B12 plays a key role in enabling our brain to function and our blood to flow through our bodies and is mainly found in animal products, which aren’t...

As we’re spending more time in our homes, a daily dose of Vitamin D has never been more important to help you and your family stay well. During the lockdown, the NHS recommends everyone to consider taking a daily dose of 10 micrograms of vitamin...

It’s no secret that salads make an excellent healthy meal or side dish. With so many great ingredients available and hundreds of exciting combinations to be explored, there are plenty of ways to improve your diet with salads. While base ingredients like vegetables, pulses, and...

Whether you’ve loved this fresh side dish for years or you’re a relative newbie to it, you might be after ways to make your coleslaw a little bit more nutritious. Before we delve into healthy coleslaw recipes, let’s take a look at exactly what it...

It might be easy to associate popcorn with that served in cinemas laden with unhealthy fats, salt and sugar. But, surprisingly, popcorn can be one of the most healthiest, and popular, snacks you can reach for. It’s all in how you prepare it. Is Popcorn...

Are you thinking of making the switch? What we eat is personal. Our diets are inexorably linked with our lifestyles, preferences and emotions, and few people like to be told what to do when it comes to food. However, it is impossible to ignore that...

Veganism is surely the most significant food trend so far in the 21st century. Once a niche subculture, the practice of consuming no animal products whatsoever has become mainstream, with thousands participating in Veganuary each year and growing numbers making the switch permanently. The Vegan...

If you’re on the fence about going vegan because you don’t want to miss out on your favourite indulgent foods, then you’ll be pleased to know that going vegan doesn’t mean giving up what you love! And you’re in good company. According to the Vegan...

Whether you’re a long-term vegan or you’ve only recently made the switch, you might find one problem with your plant-based diet is getting enough protein. Protein is essential for the body to function as it not only gives you energy, but also helps repair cell...

These vegan breakfast spinach pancakes with charred sweetcorn and vegan cream cheese would go down well at a weekend brunch get-together Serves 3-4 Prep time 10 minutes Cook time 20 minutes Difficulty Moderate Nutrients per serving Energy Total fat Saturates Protein Fibre Carbs Sugar Salt 408...

Having a vegan diet has many health benefits, including being low in saturated fats, lower in sugar and having higher levels of antioxidants. However, excluding certain food groups can cause deficiencies in certain nutrients and minerals. There are 8 nutrients that you need: Vitamin B12...

A vegan fast-food cheat that’s high in fibre Suitable for Vegans Difficulty Easy Makes 4 burgers Prep time 25 minutes Cook time 20 minutes Nutrients per serving: Energy Total fat Saturates Protein Fibre Carbs Sugar Salt 636 kcal 29 g 5.5 g 25 g 15 g 61 g 6 g...