Protein It’s a myth that you can’t get enough protein on a vegan diet, though vegans do have to be quite savvy to ensure they get everything they need. There are 20-22 different amino acids commonly found in plant and animal proteins. Nine of these are considered ‘essential’, meaning they […]
Author: Stephanie Anderson
Rocky Road Bars
Sweet and chewy dried fruit, crunchy chopped nuts and crispy puffed rice, all wrapped in a rich dark chocolate blanket. Even if you don’t have a sweet tooth these rocky road bars are likely to become a firm favourite snack or dessert. Ingredients Directions
Lamb Meatballs with Slow-cooked Red Pepper & Tomato Sauce
As the weather gets colder these hearty lamb meatballs with a rich pepper and tomato sauce make a perfect dinner. Simple to prepare, packed with plenty of protein and the addition of courgette helps to keep the meatballs juicy whilst also adding some extra veg. Ingredients Directions
Crispy Lemony Tofu Salad Bowl
A rainbow in a bowl! Packed with plenty of colour and flavour this bowl of goodness includes a great variety of vegetables and tofu offers a great plant-based source of protein for veggies and non-veggies alike. Makes 1 portion. Ingredients Directions
Vitamin D: Sources, Benefits, Deficiency and Dosage
Why do we need vitamin D? Vitamin D, otherwise known as ‘the sunshine vitamin’ is synthesised by the body following sunlight exposure. Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin. It promotes the absorption of calcium and phosphorus from our diets, making it essential for maintaining bone and muscle health (1, 2). […]
What’s better for you – sugar or artificial sweeteners?
In this blog, we will highlight the discussion around artificial sweeteners such as aspartame which, due to emerging research, is extremely popular at the moment. What are artificial sweeteners? Artificial sweeteners are synthetic sugar substitutes that provide sweetness without the added calories of traditional sugar. They are intensely sweet (over […]
Paprika Chicken Salad
Salad doesn’t have to be boring! Paprika adds a sweet and spicy kick to lean grilled chicken breast and when accompanied by crispy leaves and greens and a creamy, lemon tahini dressing this is a great salad for any season. Makes 1 portion. Ingredients Directions
4 Ways Strength Training Improves Your Running Ability
New runners often believe that jogging and running are the only workouts they need to improve at their sport. But that’s like saying a football player only needs to practice kicking a ball, or a tennis player only needs to practice swinging a racket. Moving in a repetitive, single plane […]
The Truth About Carbs: Breaking Down the Science Behind This Vital Nutrient
The Metabolic Truth About Carbohydrates Carbohydrates are often vilified by the media, with little regard for them being the body’s primary energy source. Glucose fuels critical functions such as brain activity, muscle contraction, and cellular repair. Did you know that your brain consumes around 20% of glucose-derived energy in your […]
What To Eat When You’re Hungover At Work
Ahh, the festive season. We’d be remiss if we didn’t end up with at least one weekday hangover each Christmas. Whether it’s triggered by the office Christmas party, an annual catch-up with old friends, or getting carried away at the markets, mindful drinking often goes out the window. Many of […]