Aspartame is a low-calorie synthetic powder that is about 200 times sweeter than sugar. Aspartame can be found in any food type that is sweetened and it is often used as 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 …
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. …
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 …
Anyone who owns a dog will know that they enjoy a good chew on something, whether it be your new sofa or a dog toy. The best thing for both them and you is a dog chew specially designed for them and better yet, a natural one. As well as being a natural instinct, chewing …
Phthalates are chemicals found in plastics to increase their flexibility and durability. They are used in a range of everyday items including personal-care products and cosmetics, shampoos, clothes, garden toys, and detergents. The use of some plastics containing phthalates to make children’s toys have now been banned because of their harmful effects. These chemicals are …
Whey protein is a useful supplement for meeting your daily protein intake requirements if you’re trying to gain muscle. It comes from whey, which is a by-product of the cheese-making process. Most whey protein on the market in the UK is non-organic, but there are a few good organic options out there. Organic whey proteins …
It seems these days like we are surrounded by toxins. There are endless news stories about new pollutants in our food, in our air and in our water. But is this true? Tap water is cheap and plentiful in the UK, but a percentage of Brits are turning to bottled water as an alternative. What’s …
Before we start discussing the best dog foods in the UK, we want to say that none of the dog food below is 100% organic. However, the dog food reviewed below contains less artificial ingredients and fillers than most dog foods. Unfortunately, there aren’t too many dog foods that are completely natural and organic. However, …
