Four magnesium rich foods to add to your diet
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Four magnesium rich foods to add to your diet

It is estimated that magnesium deficiency is one of the most common nutrient deficiencies in the world. This important mineral is implicated in over three hundred chemical reactions in our bodies and it is important for nerve transmission, muscles function, heart rhythm, mood and sleep regulation, energy production, and much more. Magnesium is fundamental for …

Courgette and Pea Soup With Mint
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Courgette and Pea Soup With Mint

Courgette and pea soup with mint brings together soft vegetables, convenient frozen peas and a fresh herbal finish. It is an easy lunch to make without a long shopping list. The peas give the soup sweetness and body, while courgettes blend into a smooth base. A little lemon juice sharpens the flavours just before serving. …

Persimmon, walnuts & banana breakfast bowl
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Persimmon, walnuts & banana breakfast bowl

More of a dessert, than a breakfast bowl, due to the deliciously natural sweetness of the persimmon. The contrast with the walnuts and the creaminess of the natural yogurt is great, while the banana add some body. To me it is perfect like that, with no need for honey or maple syrup. Make sure though, …

Rice and quinoa spaghetti with raw spinach pesto
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Rice and quinoa spaghetti with raw spinach pesto

This pasta is absolutely delicious and gluten-free. The pesto is incredibly quick to make and full of goodness ready in 10 min! The pasta I have used is Bio-Fair and it has been a wonderful surprise, for its taste, and consistency. I have never really liked gluten-free pasta, but I can certainly recommend this one. …

Getting Started With Batch Cooking
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Getting Started With Batch Cooking

Getting started with batch cooking can be as simple as making extra portions of a dinner you already enjoy. You do not need a freezer full of matching tubs or an entire Sunday set aside. A useful first attempt is one familiar dish, cooked in a manageable quantity, with a clear plan for when you …

Salmon, beetroot, chard and heirloom tomato salad
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Salmon, beetroot, chard and heirloom tomato salad

Just in time for your New Year detox, here is a NO cook this salmon, beetroot, chard & heirloom tomatoes salad is healthy, delicious and super-quick to make. Rich in healthy fats, proteins and anti-inflammatory properties this rainbow salad is ready for those days when you have no time but want to stock up on …

What to eat after Christmas
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What to eat after Christmas

I just wanted to share a quick post to respond to all those questions I received on how to balance out those heavy Christmas meals… First I hope you have enjoyed your Christmas, and I hope that your Christmas did not revolve only around food, but that it was filled with scents, emotions, and connection. …

Warm Puy Lentil and Roasted Beetroot Salad
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Warm Puy Lentil and Roasted Beetroot Salad

Warm Puy lentils and roasted beetroot make a salad with enough substance for a proper lunch, yet plenty of freshness from parsley, rocket and a sharp mustard dressing. The lentils stay pleasantly firm, while the beetroot becomes tender and sweet around its edges. A little celery adds crunch, so each forkful has more than one …

How to deal with emotional eating at Christmas
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How to deal with emotional eating at Christmas

Christmas and the festive season can be a challenging time for those struggling with emotional or binge eating. In reality, the best way to deal with emotional eating at Christmas is to learn to have a healthier and happier relationship with food throughout the whole year. But you can still start making positive changes during …

Pumpkin & sage risotto
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Pumpkin & sage risotto

This pumpkin and sage risotto, is delicious and delicate. A classic of Italian cuisine, this pumpkin and sage risotto is made with olive oil instead of butter, making it lighter and easier to digest. The taste is delicious, light yet full of flavor. Gluten-free. A real, authentic Italian recipe that will impress your guests at …