Nutritious Living

Turmeric. A spice that is one of the most researched for its medicinal properties. The active compound in turmeric is called curcumin (this is what you’ll find supplements are called). If using fresh or ground… https://www.instagram.com/p/B7RGKpwHO7a/?igshid=19p9dnd9zufmt …

Thanks for all your lovely messages this week. Being in a hospice has been a little strange but the right thing, the care has been wonderful. I am going home this evening hopefully to see if I can manage the symptoms… https://www.instagram.com/p/B7JWmtMFFjm/?igshid=8z0t43uz9y8t …

I was scrolling back through my IG and this was one of my very first photos! Most of my early pictures I wouldn’t consider reposting but actually I like the simplicity of this! And I LOVE herbs. They add flavour to… https://www.instagram.com/p/B65284UHp5V/?igshid=fhekojp3lnjm …

A new year, a new decade, an achievement to have made it here for me... Bring on the 2020s... may they bring you all health and happiness (and a copy of my book which will be out in the first quarter all being well!)… https://www.instagram.com/p/B60z2EqnJk-/?igshid=hihzumq9isce …

Garlic... a member of the allium family (with onions and leeks), garlic is a potent anti viral and has anti inflammatory, anti fungal, anti bacterial and antioxidant benefits. It contains a compound called allicin… https://www.instagram.com/p/B6n8vfoHz7B/?igshid=nxl5drrk3sfl …

Keeping it simple before the indulgence of Christmas food with another favourite pasta dish! This time I used rice pasta with homemade pesto and mixed mushrooms. Super yum, very nutritious, plant based and quick and… https://www.instagram.com/p/B6a-QVpnOd0/?igshid=17qmhjqt6sv9e …

Another recipe from my book... lentil pasta with creamy avocado lemon sauce, topped with seeds, olives and sun-dried tomatoes. Another super speedy, nutritionally balanced dish ideal for my poor appetite. You can’t… https://www.instagram.com/p/B6Qv9dgHSm8/?igshid=xrdlqf0ciakf …

I’m currently photographing some of the recipes for my book! This is challenging as I’m really off food at the moment but luckily I have plenty of very easy dishes that are also nutritious (of course) and full of… https://www.instagram.com/p/B6LjLttHtem/?igshid=8c9ggscuwk1r …

Mushrooms! The first in my superfood series, and probably not what most of your would have expected! But mushrooms contain beta glucoses which have immuno modulating properties so are excellent for our immune… https://www.instagram.com/p/B6BWUFGHPbS/?igshid=1jk8qu28snoxq …

Have you started festive cooking?! I’m certainly all over the winter produce now; Brussel sprouts, parsnips and cranberries are among my favourites! I love this spelt, cranberry and kale salad. The recipe will be in… https://www.instagram.com/p/B5sozK6H_IQ/?igshid=1uzetzi8fl8yz …

I always start my day with a fresh juice or smoothie. It’s a great way to get a couple of portions of fruit or veg in! I generally aim for 2 veg and 1 or 2 fruit, plus fresh ginger, mint or citrus for flavour. Do… https://www.instagram.com/p/B5aORssnhYW/?igshid=1ehs6jp2l2mrm …

I love homemade dips, they make such a good snack with raw veggies or oatcakes. Yesterday I made a yummy smokey baba ganoush but it wasn’t photogenic so here’s my minted pea dip instead! To make: Cook 100g fresh… https://www.instagram.com/p/B5LN6v2nzMx/?igshid=19vg4zb2md08g …

What are superfoods? A marketing ploy or culinary magic?! I’m a bit of a sceptic about the term as do think it gets somewhat used and abused, but i DO believe some foods really are quite super (from a nutritional… https://www.instagram.com/p/B5F__YJny7G/?igshid=aa34j2m01bbe …

I was really pleased my buckwheat salad was chosen by a few of the lovely people who made my recipes last week. It’s a favourite here too as is quick and easy to make and full of goodness. The recipe is on the blog.… https://www.instagram.com/p/B498EykHSkE/?igshid=s07yy1wf9phd …

I love a chunky bean soup. This one was so chunky it was more stew! I added lots of herbs and lemon zest to veg stock with diced veg and mixed beans. Super quick and easy to make, and deliciously comforting and… https://www.instagram.com/p/B4xblbOHtHr/?igshid=tggrp0w7f3um …

Wow! What an amazing community I’m part of here. I was incredibly touched that a group of friends made and shared some of my recipes this week to show me love and support. Knowing I’ve inspired people in any way… https://www.instagram.com/p/B4pUAVBn_C6/?igshid=6o56hn4zu5yj …

Any chronic illness will generally involve a certain amount of inflammation. There is a lot you can do with diet to help support this and avoid adding fuel to the fire. A wholefood diet with lots of veg is a great… https://www.instagram.com/p/B4kjJ4DnxJq/?igshid=1o05s53pdtgpb …

I’m home from hospital! A pretty scary week as I was extremely unwell but I’m back now (FYI there’s a blog post with detail). I’ve missed you guys. I can’t promise to post loads at the moment, but will when I can.… https://www.instagram.com/p/B4W5Vajnr1_/?igshid=1uoi0n41obedp …

It’s been another very autumnal day... time to get stuck into autumn produce... it’s such a wonderful time of year from British vegetables! Squash and pumpkin are among my favourites, high in beta carotene, the plant… https://www.instagram.com/p/B3kOAN1Hr_7/?igshid=54u52x1gf7kb …

Phytonutrients are chemical compounds found in plants that have a whole host of health benefits. There are hundreds of different ones, but some of the most common ones you may hear about include polyphenols,… https://www.instagram.com/p/B3e85EVnXQ0/?igshid=grzanl16i3h8 …