Eating Well for Menopause
Changes to diet and lifestyle can help manage menopause symptoms and help to balance the loss of the health protecting effects of oestrogen
Venison – local, lean and lots of nutrients
Recent research undertaken by 56 Degree Insight found that 52% of consumers choose venison because of taste; 34% because of high quality; 24% because of health/nutritional qualities; 22% to try something different; and 19% because they can buy it locally. It's a relatively expensive meat though when compared to other red meats, and this may be a barrier to many consumers. However, there's a variety of ways to eat venison - the most popular ways include: steak, sausage, fillet
How to set New Year's Resolutions for a healthy 2021
This time of year is associated with New Year’s Resolutions and setting goals for the coming months. Having goals can be really helpful for some people, however, others may find it has a negative impact as they can add to feelings of stress and pressure. If you feel you’d like to set some goals here are a few practical things to think about: Set yourself up for success: Think about setting small, realistic and achievable goals initially, rather than immediately going for a gr
Recipes for Recovery: how to make life a little easier when living with cancer
Do you know someone going through cancer treatment? Having cancer and going through treatment can impact the ability to eat well. For some people it may be a struggle to eat, putting on or losing weight or simply knowing what foods to buy, what to cook and how to improve their diet. There are lots of myths and conflicting advice and information about nutrition so it can be tough to know what is best to eat. For those living with cancer, its it important to try to eat as best
Is organic veg really better for us than non-organic?
Some evidence suggests organic food is superior in regard to having increased antioxidant content and increased omega-3 healthy fats vs non
Watercress: from waste to wonderful - How one company is turning waste into a highly nutritious food
Watercress is packed with a wide variety of nutrients including vitamins A, C and K. It is also a rich source of phytochemicals. When compa
Has lockdown living changed our eating habits?
Nearly 60% surveyed said they were more concerned about their health and immunity. It seems that people have good intentions to eat healthil
Ayrshire New Potatoes - Seasonal food at its best!
The Ayrshire New Potatoes have a distinctive strong earthy nutty sweet flavour and aroma. The texture is creamy but firm which makes them i
Asparagus season! – the nutrition and health benefits
A portion of asparagus (80g or about 6 asparagus spears) counts towards one of your 5-A-Day fruit and veg intake. Although it is low in cal
Tips for healthy snacking when at home
Snacking can form part of a healthy diet. The key tips for healthy snacking are to think about the types of food, how much (portion size) a