Recipes and Blog
How’s your blood pressure?
Is your blood pressure under 120/80mmHg? If you don’t know your numbers, here’s why it really matters. According to Blood Pressure UK, every day in the UK, 350 people have a stroke or heart attack that could have been prevented. 1 in 2 strokes and...
Are your energy levels letting you down?
When was the last time you felt 100% well?The stresses and pressures of modern life have left many of us feeling exhausted, overwhelmed and with little time or energy to take care of ourselves. Now our bodies are beginning to pay the price. Perhaps...
Seasonal Vegetable Stir Fry
In Season this month – March
Blood Oranges, Carrots, Chicory, Fennel, Kale, Leeks, Passion fruit, Pineapple, Purple Sprouting Broccoli, Rhubarb, Spinach, Spring Onions
What is Naturopathy?
Naturopathy is a health care system which promotes the body’s own self-healing mechanism, using natural therapies such as Nutrition, Herbal Medicine, Homeopathy, Hydrotherapy, Fasting, Exercise and other modalities, in accordance with Naturopathic...
Adaptogens
What can Adaptogens help with? Busy modern day life demands a lot from us physically, mentally and emotionally and adaptogens are something that can help ease the burden and combat the side effects of stress. As the name suggests, adaptogens can...
Don’t let Hayfever spoil your spring
A properly functioning digestive system is critical to good health. In fact, problems with the gastrointestinal (GI) tract can cause more than just stomach aches, gas and bloating or diarrhoea.
A Functional Medicine 5R approach to gut restoration
A properly functioning digestive system is critical to good health. In fact, problems with the gastrointestinal (GI) tract can cause more than just stomach aches, gas and bloating or diarrhoea.
Seasonal Food- April
In Season this month – March
Blood Oranges, Carrots, Chicory, Fennel, Kale, Leeks, Passion fruit, Pineapple, Purple Sprouting Broccoli, Rhubarb, Spinach, Spring Onions
Watercress Soup
Spinach Soup Ingredients: 1tbsp Coconut oil, 1 Bunch spring onions , chopped, 1 Leek (approx 120g), sliced, 2 Small sticks celery (about 85g), sliced, 200g Cannellini beans (tin, rinsed), Salt and pepper
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/ME
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a long term illness with a range of symptoms, the most common being extreme tiredness. CFS is also known as ME, which stands for myalgic encephalomyelitis. In addition to extreme tiredness, people with CFS/ME may...
What is Functional Medicine?
You will have heard me talking about Functional Medicine, but do you really understand what it is? Functional Medicine addresses the whole person, not just an isolated set of symptoms. Functional Medicine practitioners spend time with their...
Is Iron Deficiency connected to your low energy?
Iron is a really important mineral necessary for good health. Haemoglobin in iron carries oxygen from the lungs throughout the body to your cells and without enough iron, you can’t produce enough oxygen, and this can leave you with symptoms such as...
What is Sulforaphane and why is it so good for me?
Sulforaphane has attracted a lot of attention from scientists and medical public in recent years due to its potential health benefits, but understanding how it is activated takes a little understanding.So how does sulforaphane work? Sulforaphane is...
Seasonal Food- March
In Season this month – March
Blood Oranges, Carrots, Chicory, Fennel, Kale, Leeks, Passion fruit, Pineapple, Purple Sprouting Broccoli, Rhubarb, Spinach, Spring Onions
Spinach Soup
Spinach Soup Ingredients: 1tbsp Coconut oil, 1 Bunch spring onions , chopped, 1 Leek (approx 120g), sliced, 2 Small sticks celery (about 85g), sliced, 200g Cannellini beans (tin, rinsed), Salt and pepper
Non-Coeliac Gluten Sensitivity
For many people eating gluten can be really bad news. Possibly suffering for years without realising they have a non-coeliac gluten sensitivity. Experiencing digestive issues, fatigue, IBS, headaches, joint pain, brain fog may be some of the...
Jerusalem Artichoke Soup
Jerusalem Artichoke Soup Jerusalem Artichokes are rich in iron to give you energy as well as potassium and vitamin B1. They support muscles and nerves and are rich in the soluble fibre Inulin which is a prebiotic and balances blood sugar levels....
IBS
You will have heard the phrase ‘You are what you eat’ but in fact it is more about ‘you are what you absorb’. Bloating, gassy, cramps, one minute you can’t go to the loo and the next minute you can’t get off it? Does any of this sound familiar to...
Seasonal Food – February
In Season this month – February
Blood Oranges, Brussels Sprouts, Cauliflower, Celeriac, Chicory, Jerusalem Artichoke, Kale, Kiwi Fruit, Leeks, Passion Fruit, Pineapple, Pomegranate, Purple Sprouting Broccoli, Rhubarb, Turnips
Beetroot Hummus
Beetroot Hummus Beetroot is in season right now and is a packed with essential nutrients including folic acid, fibre, manganese and potassium. This twist on the traditional hummus is tasty and adds a splash of colour to your plate. Ingredients...
Seasonal Food – January
In Season this month – January
Apples, Beetroot, Blood Oranges, Clementines, Brussels Sprouts, Cauliflower, Celeriac, Celery, Chicory, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kale, Kiwi Fruit, Leeks, oranges Parsnips, Passion fruit, Potatoes, Swede, Truffles
How to beat the winter blues
Even though winter has a lot going for it – woolly hats, hot chocolate, curling up with a book, thick socks, a log fire – something important is missing: light. At this time of year, you go to work before sunrise and come home after sunset, with...
Beany Veg Soup
To promote good health, it is important to eat fruits and vegetables of a variety of colour on a daily basis.
This recipe is bursting with colour and goodness.Ingredients Serves 3 1 onion, chopped 2 celery sticks
Seasonal Food – December
In Season this month – December
Apples, Beetroot, Brussels Sprouts, Carrots, Celeriac, Celery, Chestnuts, Chicory, Cranberries, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kale, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Pears, Potatoes, Pumpkin, Red Cabbage, Satsumas, Swede, Turnips
How to be the CEO of your health
Now is the time to start believing that you have as much control over your own health and happiness as a CEO has over the success of their company. You are responsible for everything that you do (or don’t do) in the area of your health and...
Chicken and Vegetable Tray Bake
To promote good health, it is important to eat fruits and vegetables of a variety of colour on a daily basis. This recipe is bursting with colour and goodness.Ingredients Serves 4 4 chicken breasts 1 butternut
Good Fats Bad Fats
Macronutrients are chemical compounds that provide humans with energy and essential nutrients and are required on a daily basis. Proteins, fats and carbohydrates are the main types of macronutrients that provide the body with the energy it needs....
Seasonal Food – November
In Season this month – November
Apples, artichoke, beetroot, butternut squash, cauliflower, celeriac, clementines, cranberries, leeks, parsnips, passion fruit, pears, pomegranate, pumpkin, truffles, turnips, watercress, wild mushrooms
Eat to turn back the clock
Diet and lifestyle changes play a big role in how well you age and how long you live. Even if you have a genetic predisposition for serious illness, such as cardiovascular disease, cancer or Alzheimer’s, it will not manifest if the gene is not...
Apple and blackberry crumble
Apple and blackberry crumble Apples and blackberries just belong together in a comforting but healthy autumn crumble. Guaranteed to please everyone! Ingredients Serves 5 Coconut oil, for greasing 100g rolled oats 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp ground...
Seasonal Food – October
In Season this month – October
Apples, artichoke, beetroot, blackberries, broccoli, butternut squash, celery, Jerusalem artichoke, figs, kale, leeks, parsnips, pears, pumpkin, runner beans, swede, sweetcorn, watercress, wild mushrooms
Roasted vegetables with hummus
Roasted vegetables are so easy to make and the bright colours make this dish look as amazing as it tastes. Ingredients 2 peppers 1 onion 1 large aubergine ½ butternut squash 2 courgettes 12 cherry tomatoes
Seasonal Food – September
In Season this month – September
Apples, Aubergine, Beetroot, Blackberries, Broccoli, Butternut Squash, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Courgettes, Chicory, Chillies, Cucumber, Damsons, Elderberries, Figs, Garlic, Kale, Leeks, Lettuce
The mighty mitochondria
What actually are they and why are they so important? - Mitochondria are known as the ‘powerhouses’ of the cell. They are structures in every cell that make energy (ATP) by using oxygen and nutrients from food. This process is called cellular...
Red cabbage slaw
Red cabbage slaw Rich and vibrant; a treat for the eyes and totally delicious in salads. Red cabbage is in season right now and this is one of my favourite recipes. Serves 4 Ingredients 300g cabbage 1 large carrot, coarsely grated 1 bunch spring...
Seasonal Food – August
In Season this month – August
Aubergine, beetroot, broad beans, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, chillies, courgettes, garlic, mangetout, pak choi, runner beans, watercress, wild mushrooms, Apricots, bilberries, blueberries, cherries, figs, nectarines
Summer health care
Summer health care - Now that summer is fully upon us; school holidays, a bit of sun, maybe a Covid safe staycation is in the planning….. How are you going to get prepared and stay on top of your health and your family’s health? 2020 will go down...
Juicing v Smoothies
Juicing v Smoothies Fruit and veg is good for you. No one would argue with that. But what is better for your health – and losing weight? Some people swear by weight loss smoothies and others claim juicing for weight loss is best. There has been a...
Rocket salad
Rocket salad Rocket (or arugula if you’re following an American recipe) is one of my favourite leaves. Its sharp, peppery leaves are the perfect foil for a simple salad. It’s a great base for any salad and can be mixed with so many different...
Seasonal Food
In Season this month – July
Artichoke, aubergine, beetroot, broad beans, broccoli, courgettes, fennel, French beans, garlic, jersey royal new potatoes, mangetout, pak choi, peas, radishes, rocket, runner beans, samphire, spinach, spring onions
Seasonal Food
In Season this month – June
Artichoke, asparagus, aubergine, beetroot, broad beans,carrots, courgettes, mangetout, new potatoes, radishes runner beans, spinach, spring onions, watercress
How to switch off the ‘hunger hormone’
How to switch off the ‘hunger hormone’ When thinking about hormones, oestrogen and testosterone are the two that most likely spring to mind, and their role in puberty, libido and the reproductive system. In fact, our bodies produce a whole host of...
Globe Artichoke
Globe artichoke (cooked really simply with a little garlic butter) Ingredients 2 globe artichokes 2 bay leaves 1 clove of garlic 50g butter A few peppercorns A pinch of salt Directions 01. Trim the stalk then make a criss-cross in the bottom. 02....
Eat your way to amazing skin?
Eat your way to amazing skin? In an age where everything seems to be about looking good, not feeling confident about the skin you’re in can have a really negative impact on how you experience your life. There’s a huge amount you can do to...
Spinach & Halloumi Salad
Spinach & Halloumi Salad with Blueberries The saltiness of the cheese goes perfectly with the tannins in the spinach and the sweetness of the berries. 2 Servings Ingredients 250g Halloumi cheese 100g Fresh blueberries 1 cup fresh spinach...
Seasonal Food
In Season this month - May Asparagus, broccoli, carrots, chicory, elderflowers, new potatoes, peas, radishes, rhubarb, rocket, samphire, spinach, spring onions, watercress Why we should eat the seasons Every month I am going to be telling you about...
Beet Salad
Beet Salad 4 Servings 1 hour Ingredients 4 medium beets cut into quarters 1/2 cup (90g) uncooked dry quinoa 2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil 1/2 navel orange (juiced) 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp Dijon mustard Sea salt & black pepper to...
Seasonal Food
In Season this month - April Asparagus, Artichoke, Beetroot, Cabbage, Carrots, Chicory, New Potatoes, Kale, Morel Mushrooms, Parsnips, Radishes, Rhubarb, Rocket, Sorrel, Spinach, Spring Greens, Spring Onions, Watercress.Why we should eat the...
Eat the right food for your immune system
Eat the right food for your immune system I am sure you are all worried and confused with the ever-changing advice and news updates on the current Covid19 health crisis. It’s a minefield…One thing I do know, is that we have to act now to keep this...
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