Grain Free, Sugar Free – can it be done?

Grain Free, Sugar Free – can it be done?

Recently I embarked on a strict dietary protocol that saw me eliminating all sugar and starch from my diet. Whilst for more than a decade I have by choice, adopted a relativelylow carbohydrate diet – I do occasionally enjoy the odd piece of buttered fruit toast,...
Paleo Apple and Date Muffins

Paleo Apple and Date Muffins

Ingredients: 10 dates, pits removed 3 apples, cored and quartered 110 gram almond meal 35 gram dessicated coconut 100 gram almond butter 100 gram butter melted 150 gram honey 60 gram coconut oil melted 3 eggs 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda pinch of salt...
Soy vs Cow’s Milk

Soy vs Cow’s Milk

To soy or not to soy? – that is the question! I regularly get asked my views on consuming soy milk versus cow’s milk.  There is so much conflicting evidence both for and against either variety that it can lead to confusion and at times, a reluctance to...
Time To Get Back To Basics

Time To Get Back To Basics

Farmer’s markets are back in vogue and there is sure to be one near you! Get in touch with what is grown locally and what’s in season.Where possible choose organic – don’t be put off if you see worms or insects enjoying your fresh fruit and...
Quick & Easy Meal Ideas

Quick & Easy Meal Ideas

Quick and easy meal ideas that taste great and are good for you! Breakfast ideas: Homemade muesli- wheat free, use rolled oats or rice puffs, a selection of raw nuts and seeds and fresh fruit – served with natural or coconut yoghurt or plant based milk Grain...