It’s an age-old debate – are you better to eat vegetables and fruit raw or cooked? The answer is, it depends. Some vegetables are better eaten raw, this includes the cruciferous family like broccoli and watercress. When these vegetables are heated an important enzyme is damaged and this means the potency of anti-cancer compounds called…

BBC Good Food Podcast – My Favourite DishMiriam Nice sits down with author, TV chef, martial arts expert and presenter Kwoklyn Wan to find out about this special-occasion dish – shared through generations for over five millennia.. Plus, he shares what it was like growing up in the kitchen of his family’s restaurant and the…

Interested in trying our FREE 7-day healthy diet plan? Click here and choose between our meat eaters, vegetarian or vegan meal plans.Mums-to-be are bombarded with information, and food is one area where confusion abounds. Read on for the lowdown on what you can safely enjoy, and why some foods are off the menu for at…

We all know that a varied, balanced diet may improve our health, both now and in the future – this is as relevant for heart disease as it is for many other chronic illnesses. Maintaining a healthy weight also benefits your blood pressure and other heart disease risk factors.What is heart disease?Heart disease or cardiovascular…

Apple Slaw – An upgraded coleslaw that’s crunchy, fresh and delicious. Made with cabbage, apples, cranberries and almonds and it’s all coated in sweet and tangy dressing. It’s the perfect side for BBQ’s, parties or picnics! Apple Slaw Recipe Who doesn’t love coleslaw? It’s crunchy, it’s creamy, it has just enough sweetness, and it goes…

Whether you’re battling dry skin in the winter or an oily sheen come summer, it seems we’re rarely at ease with our complexions.Pollution, sun exposure, stress and a diet full of sugary, processed foods are just a few of the external factors that can cause your skin to look less than its best. Beauty expert,…

This week @missj9 is joined by Rahel Stephanie – chef and founder of plant-based supperclub Spoons, as she shares 10 things you need to know about Indonesian food and cooking, including why satay is NOT a sauce and the importance of bumbu to the unique flavour of Indonesian dishes. Source

Want to try plant your own broccoli crop? Discover the best way to grow broccoli, at GardenersWorld.com.Nutritional benefits of broccoliAn 80g portion broccoli (boiled) provides:22 kcals/96KJ2.6g protein0.4g fat2.2g carbohydrates2.2g fibre478mcg carotene35mg vitamin CAn 80g portion (about two spears) count as one of your five-a-day. Take a look at our printable infographic to discover what counts…

What is agave syrup?Derived from the sap of the agave plant (a type of cactus native to Mexico), agave syrup is a sweet, golden brown liquid. It’s now commonly used as an alternative to sugar, honey or maple syrup.After the juice is extracted from the plant, it’s filtered, heated and concentrated into a syrup. The…

Interested in trying our FREE 7-day healthy diet plan? Click here and choose between our meat eaters, vegetarian or vegan meal plans.Why I gave up sugarA friend showed up at my house this summer looking nothing short of fabulous. She’s always been healthy, a runner and health-food nut, but something had taken her to a…