Superfoods have become increasingly popular over recent years – but what are superfoods? Should you be including them in your diet? And are there any downsides to our demand for them? WHAT ARE SUPERFOODS? The Oxford English Dictionary defines a superfood as “a...
It was lovely to hear your feedback after my detox post last week. From your responses I know I'm not the only one who is seriously averse to the New Year, New You narrative at this time of year. Today,...
I've just finished reading The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari. It's a wonderful, thought proving book filled with a number of step-by-step approaches to living with greater balance, abundance and joy - one of which is the 5 Step Method for Achieving...
Food shopping can be a confusing experience. Manufacturers often use clever language and imagery to make us believe a product is healthy, when in fact it's not at all. Here are five foods that many of us believe to be healthy...
It's more expensive and it often looks just the same as conventional produce, so why should you invest in organic food? There are many reasons why choosing organic is a good decision for your health, for animals and for the environment...
Last week, many of the major newspapers drew attention to an announcement from Public Health England advising everyone to supplement vitamin D. Indoor lifestyles and increased use of sunscreen have lead to a significant decrease in the amount of vitamin D we absorb...
Juicing has become increasingly popular as it's a simple and effective way to increase our vitamin, mineral and antioxidant intake from natural sources. The majority of shop bought green juices (even the healthy looking ones) contain a significant proportion of...
Whether you're aiming to lose weight or simply adopt a healthier diet, there is one very simple, yet very effective way to help you stay on track. I write this post as I have just eaten two generously sized pieces of...
With so many supplements on the market, it can be difficult to know which ones can genuinely benefit you and which are just a waste of money. Of course, everybody is different and the supplements that you take should be...
There are many reasons why you might choose to quit eating dairy - from health reasons and skin issues to environmental issues and concerns over animal welfare. Thankfully, going dairy-free no longer means a life of chocolate deprivation. I have...