The beetroot here is rich in folate, iron, manganese and potassium and a chemical called betalain, which has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Beetroot is also rich in nitrates, which may help lower blood pressure and improve athletic performance Source
Interested in trying our FREE 7-day healthy diet plan? Click here and choose between our meat eaters, vegetarian or vegan meal plans.This tropical fruit is refreshing and delicious, and like most plant foods has some great nutritional benefits, too. Registered Nutritionist, Nicola Shubrook, explains all.What is mango?Mangoes (mangifera indica) are tropical stone fruits about the…
Interested in trying our FREE 7-day healthy diet plan? Click here and choose between our meat eaters, vegetarian or vegan meal plans.What is quinoa?Quinoa, pronounced ‘keen-wa’, is a gluten-free alternative to starchy grains. Although it often occupies a similar role to grains in dishes, quinoa is actually a seed from the same family as beets,…
Why is histamine important?We all need histamine, especially when we graze a knee or suffer a bee sting. That’s because histamine initiates the immune response that helps deal with injuries and fight infection.Histamine is found throughout the body, but is mainly stored in special immune cells, called mast cells and basophils. It performs its role…
Interested in trying our FREE 7-day healthy diet plan? Click here and choose between our meat eaters’, vegetarian or vegan meal plans.What are avocados?The popularity of avocado is down to its rich, creamy texture and mild flavour. The avocado, or Persea americana, is a fruit that belongs to the family of lauraceae; a group that…
Welcome to the BBC Good Food Health Podcast, hosted by registered nutritionist and health editor at BBC Good Food, Tracey Raye. While her day-to-day involves overseeing the health, nutrition and fitness-related content across our brands, don’t be fooled by the title – health has not always been in her name.In January, Tracey speaks to guests,…
What is matcha tea?Matcha is a type of green tea made from the powdered leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. Originally served at tea ceremonies in Japan, so-called matcha tea is now widely available and used in cooking.Matcha vs green tea: what’s the difference?Although from the same plant as green tea, matcha is grown differently.…
What is the Fast 800 diet?Developed by Dr Michael Mosley of BBC Two’s Trust Me, I’m a Doctor, the Fast 800 diet claims to potentially cut your risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease and cancer and, because stage one is a very low-calorie diet (VLCD), possibly reverse type 2 diabetes. The diet is aimed…
For more inspiration, see our ultimate collection of pancake recipes and Pancake Day ideas.Learn more about Shrove Tuesday with History Extra.When is Shrove Tuesday?Shrove Tuesday is a Christian holiday, falling the day before the start of Lent on Ash Wednesday.The exact date of Shrove Tuesday changes from year to year but is always 47 days…
Top of the charts for popularity, Registered Nutritionist, Kerry Torrens explores why this family favourite deserves more of the health headlines.What are potatoes?A member of the nightshade family that includes tomatoes and aubergines, potatoes (solanum tuberosum) are the underground energy store (tuber) of the plant. There is a huge variety of different types of potatoes,…