Scottish cold pressed rapeseed oil - Is it healthier than extra-virgin olive oil?
Both extra-virgin olive oil and cold pressed rapeseed oil are healthy oils to have in your kitchen. Olive oil is often promoted as a...
3 things perimenopausal women should know about soya foods
Soya foods, when eaten in sufficient quantities, can have a beneficial impact on the health of menopausal women. Soya foods and drinks...
How do I know if I'm low in iron?
Iron is an essential mineral for making haemoglobin, a protein that carries oxygen around the body and gives the red blood cells their...
Honeyberry or Haskap - another healthy, local and seasonal berry for Scottish consumers to enjoy
The honeyberry is what it’s referred to as in Scotland, but in other parts of the World it’s also known as the haskap berry. In the...
What are the best plant foods for iron?
I'll share info on who is most at risk from low iron intakes, why you need iron, what are the signs of low iron, how to help your body a
Key nutrients for a healthy vegan diet
A vegan diet includes only plant foods. In other words, no meat, fish, eggs, dairy or honey. A healthy vegan diet is made up of plenty...