Eating healthily and keeping yourself strong, both mentally and physically, has never been more important than right now, with the pandemic still holding a strong grip on the entire world… but it seems that there may well be a bit of confusion surrounding what constitutes healthy food. A new poll carried out by goats’ milk
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In the current situation, it’s understandable why people are looking for ways to boost their immune system and remain healthy. While the basis of a healthy immune system is a healthy, balanced diet, there are some superfoods that may lend your body a helping hand. Vegconomist recently shared the findings of a US-based business, which
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People are more aware of being more eco-friendly these days, especially when it comes to making ethical, environmentally sustainable food purchases. However, there have been recent negative news headlines about the environmental impact of organic produce. New Scientist has argued the case against. The debate surrounding this has been heating up, with critics saying that
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It seems nearly every day we are hearing about the latest ‘superfood’, how it’s meant to be beneficial for our health, but what exactly makes a food a superfood, and how can we go about including it into our everyday lives? There is no single food, regular or ‘super’, that can offer all the nutrition,
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People who have recently had a baby may be considering whether superfood supplements can be used to boost their breast milk supply? There are a number of claims that certain foods and products will help, and we will go through the evidence here: Fenugreek tea Women may be advised to try fenugreek to boost their
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Christmas is the season of indulgence, which is why many of us choose to wipe our slate clean in the new year and swap the chocolates, booze and sausage rolls for healthier alternatives. Here we look at the top health food trends that we will adopt next year, so you can start eating well as
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Plant-based diets are on the rise, with over 600,000 vegans now in the UK, the number of vegans quadrupled between 2014 and 2019. And the trend is set to continue further, with restaurants, food producers and manufacturers offering more plant-based options and vegan protein than ever before. Not only that but performance athletes such as
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As many as 20% of Brits suffer from irritable bowel syndrome. With no official known cause, bowel symptoms such as cramps, gas, irregular bowel movements, pain, nausea, low energy and mood, are often all lumped into the IBS camp. But no longer do you have to suffer in silence. In this blog, we have outlined our
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Edible seaweed is a highly nutritious, versatile and delicious plant-based food source that can boost your health and spice up your plate. Often used in vegan cooking to create a ‘fishy’ taste, seaweed also boasts a huge range of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fibre and polysaccharides. The most notable benefit is the iodine content found in
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Festival Survival Guide – Herbs and Superfoods Festival season is upon us, and we can’t wait to be in a field. I personally like to go prepared to a festival, not only do I have to bring bedding and pillows but I make sure I have a selection of my favourite herbs and superfoods to
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Ayurveda is one of the planet’s most sacred and ancient forms of healing. It originates from India and is known to be over 30,00 years old. The Sanscrit ‘Ayur’ translates as ‘life’ and Veda as ‘knowledge’. Ayurveda is a holistic form of medicine, meaning it considers the body, mind and spirit not as separate functions,
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What are antioxidants? The process of oxidation leads to the production of free radicals in the body. An excess of free radicals can cause oxidative stress which damages cells and is a catalyst in the ageing process. Antioxidants, which are present in certain foods, help to minimise the process of oxidation in the body. In an
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