Have you heard the terrible news for coffee lovers across the world? They say that your daily cup of coffee contains a potentially harmful chemical called acrylamide which could increase your cancer risk, damage your DNA and harm your nervous system? In short, it might taste great but it’s almost certainly not doing you any …
Manuka honey is a type of honey that comes primarily from the nectar of the manuka tree, which is native to New Zealand and Australia. Although it’s more expensive than regular honey, manuka honey is quite popular due to its potential health benefits. In particular, it has antibacterial properties which could make it effective at …
Aspartame can be found in any food type that is sweetened and it is often used an alternative to sugar. One major dietary source of aspartame is sweet beverages, especially in “diet” or low-calorie alternatives that are advertised as low or no-sugar. Some major soft drinks have eliminated the additive from their basic recipe, but …
You’ve probably heard the term “superfoods” used more and more over the last few years. Superfoods are considered to be any food that’s especially good for our health, providing additional nutrients that can potentially reduce the risk of certain diseases. You may already include some of these foods (such as berries, kale, fatty fish and …
Turmeric has been used in Indian cooking for thousands of years, and is famous for giving curries their yellowy colour. As well as adding natural colour and flavour, turmeric also has lots of health benefits. Turmeric powder comes from the root of the turmeric plant. The root contains compounds called curcuminoids. The main curcuminoid is …
Choosing the best coffee in the UK is becoming increasingly difficult due to the sheer amount of coffee on the market here nowadays. Coffee beans are sold everywhere, but not all of these coffee beans make great-tasting coffee. Below, we have picked out our favourite organic coffee beans available in the UK at the moment. …
Tempeh (pronounced tem-pay) is a fermented soy product originating from Indonesia, made by fermenting soy beans then pressing them into compact cakes or patties. Tempeh is often used as a meat replacement in vegetarian and vegan diets, as it contains a high level of protein similar to meat and dairy products. However, it’s not just …
Flax seeds are known for their awesome health benefits, and one of the best ways of taking advantage of those health benefits is by using flaxseed oil. If you’re eager to start covering yourself and your food with flaxseed oil, we’re sure you’re wondering where you can find the best flaxseed oil in the UK. …
Despite many people in the UK switching to vegetarian or vegan diets in recent years, the UK still consumes huge quantities of meat every year. In fact, the average amount of meat eaten per person in the UK is almost double the world average (source). Meat has become cheaper, so many of us are buying larger quantities of meat to feed …
Matcha tea is one of the latest health trends taking the western world by storm. This powdered Japanese tea is rich in antioxidants and can be drunk as a tea or used in lattes, milkshakes and smoothies. What Is Matcha Tea? Matcha tea is made from green tea leaves that have been ground into a …
