Tag: plant power
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Moroccan – Style Amaranth Tabbouleh
High in plant based protein, gluten free, full of antioxidants and calcium and easy to digest, amaranth is the ancient grain cultivated for over 8000 years, and still going strong today. Whether its porridge, cookies, cous cous alternatives or salads, amaranth is very versatile and easy to cook. This recipes takes the Lebanese tabbouleh and…
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Plant Powered Antioxidant Pudding
‘Antioxidant’ it a word that gets thrown around a lot. We’re told antioxidants are good for us, but what do they actually do? To put it simply, antioxidants slow the process of ageing, which means the body and mind stay in good condition for longer, and it’s easier for toxins to be released from the…
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Podcast Interview: Being Your Wild, Primal Self (Ayurveda, Holistic Health & lots more!)
A big thanks to Ellen from Being Change for having me as a guest on her podcast! Ellen’s work is all about purposeful and holistic living, based in Manchester UK. Follow the link below to get stuck into a discussion about listening to your body, being honest with yourself, using the principles of Ayurveda in day-to-day life,…
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The Re-set Smoothie
Packed full of potassium, magnesium, antioxidants, fiber, probiotics and gut-loving ingredients, this smoothie is absolutely perfect for anyone who needs to ‘start again’ after a heavy night, a few too many ‘cheat days’, or who simply wants to boost their health and wellbeing. You can’t re-wind, but you can re-set. Serve as a breakfast or afternoon snack,…
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Red Pepper, Basil & Chickpea Hummus
A healthy dip to have on hand during warmer months when cool salads, chopped veg and bright colours fill the table! Chickpeas are a powerful plant-based protein and contain inulin which helps to reduce visceral internal fat (the fat around the vital organs like heart and liver), so serve with carrots, celery, yellow peppers, cucumber…
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Avocado, Beetroot & Chocolate Breakfast Pudding: The A-B-C Of A Nutrient-Dense Breakfast
This is a breakfast treat that is actually a treat for your body. Full of nutrients and vitamins to help you start the day by taking care of yourself, therefore allowing you to be the best you can be and take care of others later. When I was in India last Winter, an ‘ABC’ was…
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Mood-Boosting Granola Bites
The way we feel can be a choice; choosing to see positivity instead of focussing on worries and concerns all the time is a continual practice, and we can enhance this practice by choosing the types of foods which naturally boost happiness levels. A handful of cashews contains the same ability to boost our mood…