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Berry Goodness: A Farm to Fork visit in Kent

Published on June 26, 2019 | in Health & Nutrition, Seasonal Food By theflexitarian |

Heading to Hugh Lowe Farms between Tonbridge and Maidstone, it does not take long to understand why Kent is known as the garden of England. With its abundance of fruit orchards, hop gardens, vegetable fields and even some vineyards, the county is home to many favourite British crops. Amongst them, the quintessential English strawberries and […]

Watercress – A British Superfood To (Re)discover

Published on May 15, 2019 | in Health & Nutrition By theflexitarian |

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f A couple of weeks ago I headed to Hampshire to visit Drayton Watercress Farm. Located right next to the tracks of the Watercress Line railway in Alresford, Drayton Farm was set up in the 1880s in response to the huge popularity of watercress, which at the time was a staple of the working-class diet. […]

A Meat-Free Diet Will Put a Spring In Your Step

Published on March 20, 2018 | in Health & Nutrition By theflexitarian |

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The growing demand for plant-based, meat-free products is undeniable, and although there is widespread debate surrounding the potential health benefits, health experts agree that a diet high in vegetables is the way to go for improved nutrition. If you’re considering trying a dairy and meat-free diet, we’ve pulled together just a few reasons to take […]

6 Health Benefits of Eating Less Meat

Published on July 6, 2017 | in Health & Nutrition, Meat & Health By theflexitarian |

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Our addiction to meat has grown to disproportionate levels. You only have to go back to the middle of the last century to see that at that time we only indulged in eating meat occasionally. Since then, consuming meat on a daily basis has become the norm, bringing a host of associated health issues. Switching […]

Separating Fact from Fiction with 5-Day Detox Video Course

Published on November 26, 2016 | in Health & Nutrition By theflexitarian |

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Detox and cleanses are controversial topics. What do they do? Do they work? Are they safe? Whilst the benefits of true detox in a chemical-filled world are very real, there is so much information out there that it becomes, well, tricky to separate fact from fiction. I recently embarked on a personal quest to figure […]

The Truth Behind Kids’ Lunchboxes – #OutToLunchUK

Published on October 19, 2016 | in Eating Out, Family, Health & Nutrition By theflexitarian |

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Trying to encourage my kids to have a healthy and balanced diet, I am very often frustrated to see the poor choice on kids’ menus when we are out and about. In restaurants, we now resort to ordering from the adults’ menu. In order to avoid the sugar-laden and unhealthy pre-packaged lunch box (and if I […]

How to Choose Olive Oil

Published on September 20, 2016 | in Health & Nutrition By theflexitarian |

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Three times a year, my parents visit a small independent mill in the South of France to stock up on olive oil. The production quantity is tiny, the oil is delicious. I have been known to bring back a couple of jerricans at a time in my luggage. If you are lucky to have enough olive trees in your garden, the miller […]

Keeping Track Of Your Health With Thriva

Published on September 16, 2016 | in Health & Nutrition, Product Reviews By theflexitarian |

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A healthy lifestyle and a balanced diet are the keys to long-term good health and illness prevention. We all know that. Yet, in the midst of our busy schedules, simple health checks are often left behind until something goes wrong. Simply put, keeping track of your health can be a bit of a hassle. Just […]

Enjoying Delicious Organic Matcha by Love Green Teas

Published on August 11, 2016 | in Health & Nutrition, Product Reviews By theflexitarian |

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It is hard not to be fascinated by Matcha. Its gorgeous ceremonial accessories and superior health benefits have propelled the green tea powder into one of the trendiest foods. Originally used in traditional tea ceremonies in China and Japan, Matcha is now found across the globe claiming its own dedicated bars in places like New York, […]

Top Chomps – The Fun Way To Learn About Your 5-a-day

Published on July 27, 2016 | in Health & Nutrition, Product Reviews By theflexitarian |

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A few months ago, I received some sets of Top Chomps to try out. The timing could not have been more perfect as, this year, I have been working as a school Cook Club tutor with Sutton People’s Kitchen. Our aim is to engage kids and parents to cook from scratch and learn what a balanced […]