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What Are Micronutrients

Do you know your micros from your macros? We take a good look at micronutrients and how they work within a healthy and balanced plant-based diet.

What are pulses and what are the benefits?

Pulses are packed full of fantastic nutrition, discover the benefits that pulses bring to your meals and the environment along with some inspiration on how to introduce them to your diet.

Gut health: Everything you need to know

Gut health is an incredibly important aspect of our lives and is an area still being investigated by researchers, we've compiled the key points on gut health so you can be more in the know!

Why is everybody talking about apple cider vinegar?

Apple cider vinegar has become a hot topic in the health world, we take a look at this new trend to see what it's all about.

The Health Benefits of Ginger

Ginger is a wonder-root. As well as adding another dimension to food, it has healing and pain-relief properties! Our nutritionist, Lucy-Ann takes a close look....

What is Kombucha and what are the benefits?

You may have heard about kombucha if you keep an eye on dietary trends. We dive deep on the topic in this article which investigates what the beverage is made of and the benefits it provides.

Dairy-Free Food Alternatives

Looking for dairy-free alternatives for common foods? Want to make a cake or find alternate calcium-rich foods? Our nutritionist, Lucy-Ann has some great ideas we think you should check out!

Gluten free guide to eating out

Gluten free snacks and meals can be made easy with this handy guide to gluten free eating out.

The Surprising Benefits of Cocoa

Uncover some of the surprising benefits of cocoa such as the impact of flavanols and its aid to heart health. Also, find out the intriguing Mayan and Aztec history.

Super seeds are dense in protein and in the range of benefits they offer. Our nutritionist Lucy-Ann is on board to dissect some of the best seeds and what they can bring to a healthy diet and lifestyle.

The Benefits of Beautiful Berries!

Dive into the nutritional wonders of berries in this article led by nutritionist Lucy-Ann who uncovers the benefits of strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, cranberries, blackcurrants and cherries.

Gluten free meals & diet plan

Our fantastic gluten-free meal plan is balanced to meet your everyday nutritional needs. Written by our expert nutritionist Lucy-Ann Prideaux.

Is a wheat free diet plan right for me?

A wheat free diet sounds daunting, but did you know there are dozens of health benefits to giving up wheat? Read more about wheat free diets here.

Top Iron Rich Food Sources

Are you getting enough iron in your diet? A lack of this important nutrient can lead to all sorts of health issues. Here are five foods you can eat to boost your iron levels.

Omega-3, the Vegan Way!

Many have heard of it, but what is omega-3? Luckily, our nutritionist Lucy-Ann is on board to uncover the many benefits of this nutrient and how best to consume it on a vegan diet.

What is Kale, and why do people love it?

Kale is another superfood that people are loving! Find out more about Kale, and some great recipe ideas here...

What Is Gluten Intolerance?

With the help of nutritionist Lucy-Ann, discover how gluten intolerance develops. Also, find out how to identify intolerance and what steps you can take to deal with it.

Foods that burn fat

Allow our nutritionist Lucy-Ann help you discover some of our favourite fat-burning foods. Also, find out why and how they assist in the fat-burning process.

Top Food Trends for 2017

Professional nutritionist Lucy-Ann lists her rundown of foods set to make the New Year food trends. Get involved to keep ahead of the health curve...

Kid's Nutrition...Plant-Based Style

Kids can be completely nourished on a plant-based diet, our nutritionist Lucy-Ann is on hand to offer some fantastic tips on how to go about this lifestyle, as well as highlighting the rewards and benefits.

Vegan sources of protein

Vegan or thinking of becoming vegan but worried about missing your protein? Check out our article on vegan protein and see some great alternative sources.

fruit and vegetable 5 a day or is it 7 a day?

Getting your 5 a day – or is it 7?

The recommended fruit and veg intake constantly change, is it 5? Is it 7? Lucy-Ann investigates...

Raw food diets: healthy snacking tips

A raw food diet can often mean your body gets more nutrients from the food you eat, but should you eat everything raw, and how does it work in every day life?

Thinking of going on a vegan diet? Top tips for starting out.

Ever thought about going on a Vegan diet? Our Vegan expert Rob Jackson is here to help with some fantastic tips for starting out.

Vegan sources of probiotics

Come and find out some great ways to get your probiotics on a vegan diet.

Marvellous vegan milk substitutes

Looking for something plant-based to add to your tea, cereal or recipes instead of cow’s milk? Well, there are loads of options!

Vegan christmas sweet treats

Christmas is all about eating tasty stuff, but there’s no reason why you can’t stay healthy and enjoy wholefoods at the same time! Here are some ideas...

Super-nutritious Christmas salads

If you’re looking for something a little greener this Christmas to balance out all of the sweet treats, these recipes are just what you need.

Fertility Foods and Nutrition

Take a look at our expert top tips for optimising fertility through healthy foods and nutrition. Written by expert nutrionist Caroline Farrell.

Vegan Sources of Calcium

Our Nutritionist and all-round food-expert Lucy Ann Prideaux takes an in-depth look into vegan sources of calcium to help all you vegans out there stay fit and healthy!

Staying Healthy Through Christmas

Ahhh Christmas! The season to be jolly; We all want to enjoy the festive season and if you want to keep an eye on your health try out some of these tips…

What is a Rainbow Diet? - Part 2

Part 2 of our in-depth look into rainbow diets to give you advice on the coloured foods you should be eating.

The benefits of natural food

Natural food sounds simple in theory but have you really thought about what goes into your food? Here our nutritionist explains more . . .

What is a Rainbow Diet? Part 1

Our nutritionist Lucy-Ann takes an in-depth look into rainbow diets to give you advice on the coloured foods you should be eating.

Choosing Healthy Carbs!

Confused about carbs? With so many different opinions, diets and plain myths out there we're not surprised! Not to worry, our expert Nutritionist Lucy-Ann is here to clear up the confusion and get you on the right track.

Carbohydrates: The good, the bad and the tasty

When it comes to healthy eating, carbohydrates are usually top of the agenda, but which ones should you be eating?

The Rainbow Diet Meal Plan

It can be a lot of fun creating 'rainbow' meals, choosing to focus on one, a few, or the entire rainbow of colours that we find naturally in wholefoods. In doing so, we can fully appreciate, and praise, just how much colour Mather Nature has bestowed on us!

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