I’m lost without my storecupboard. I cook from scratch the majority of the time and without a stock of storecupboard basics this would prove to be far more challenging than it actually is. By keeping a stock of basic items I can whip a meal in a short time and don’t have to worry about […]
Personally I’m not that keen on Salmon on its own and neither is my husband, so as I often do I make it into something else – in this case fishcakes. These fishcakes are easy to make and cook and can be served with a multitude of different things. We tend to have new potatoes, […]
Have you ever gone a diet? I don’t suppose there are many of us who haven’t wanted to lose at least a few pounds over the years – even if it is to fit into a favourite pair of jeans or an outfit for a special occasion.Diets are big business now. Everywhere you look someone […]
These vegetarian burgers are a delicious and simple way to increase the amount of veg you are including in your diet. Made from Cauliflower and Broccoli, which are a great source of antioxidants and support our liver in it’s work to remove toxins from our body these can be easily frozen for those days when […]
These 3 ingredient Apricot, Cashew & Coconut bliss balls are simple to make and taste great. Apricots are an excellent source of vitamin A (in the form of pro-vitamin A carotenoids), and a good source of vitamin C, copper, dietary fibre, and potassium, Cashews give a dash of protein and good fats, whilst the Coconut adds […]
Why should you consult with a Nutritional Therapist? Chances are you own and drive a car. Do you know how the engine works? Most people probably have a basic idea of the mechanics involved, know how to top up the water, fuel and oil when needed, but what happens if you run […]
Being the middle of the summer holidays I thought it would be good to bring together a few ideas for cooking with the kids that are quick, easy, fun and healthy to make. Perfect for a not so sunny day or just to do something a bit different and encourage your children to experiment with […]
5 tips to ease constipation When was the last time you had a conversation about how often you poo? It’s not a subject that tends to crop up too often, unless you have a real problem and even then it’s a whispered conversation with our closest friends. Let’s face it we have to go to […]
We are 75% water. Even a small drop of 1-2% in hydration levels can lead to changes in how we function. A common situation many of us experience is long term chronic dehydration. This is where a person’s hydration level is consistently a small amount below the ideal. This can lead to a blunting of […]
When people find out I’m a Nutritional Therapist they often tell me that they eat a healthy diet. But what does that mean? I have my own understanding of healthy diet and it may not match with someone else’s definition. To some it may mean they eat as the Government recommends, that they use artificial […]