When it comes to supplements, I’ve been religiously taking daily pregnancy-specific vitamins and minerals to make sure I’m getting enough of everything I need for my growing Baby. Although bee pollen is something that is often recommended during pregnancy, some advise against using bee products (even honey) as some worry it could cause allergies in […]
Breakfast
Mocha Caramel Chia Pudding Delight
This month I thought I’d celebrate the warmer weather, sunnier and lighter days with this special Percol Coffee creation. Ideal served as a filling breakfast or dessert, a super easy coffee-infused oat and chia pudding is accompanied by a delicious, creamy chocolate ‘ice cream’ (made from frozen bananas – you’d never guess!), served with a […]
Cheesy Ham & Tomato Gluten-Free Crumpet Pizzas
You may have seen a recent post I shared featuring the gluten-free crumpets from Newburn Bakehouse, the ‘Free From’ brand from baking company Warburtons who now offer a range of gluten-free, wheat-free and milk-free alternatives for those with coeliac disease, intolerances or dietary requirements. Now traditional British breakfast items can be enjoyed as part of an extensive range […]
Holland & Barrett: #21Days Breakfast Inspiration
Working together with Holland & Barrett as part of their #21Days healthy habits challenge, I’ve created 4 healthy, gluten, wheat and dairy-free recipes that are ideal for my favourite meal of the day – breakfast. Easy to make, filling and delicious, the best thing is they are good for you too! Check them out over […]
Apple & Ginger Detox Breakfast Muffins
Calling all the granola lovers out there – this post is for you, especially if you’re keen to stay on the healthy eating path throughout January and beyond. While many brands out there cram their granola with added sugars, preservatives and other unnecessary ingredients, Rollagranola make it their mission to ‘break away from mass-produced cheap […]
Porridge Season with Quaker Oats
I don’t know about you but I crave a big warming bowl of porridge when the weather is cold and the mornings are dark. Oats, almond milk, cinnamon, a splash of vanilla extract and topped with berries and nut butter and/or seeds is one of my favourite combinations, but part of the fun is going […]
Raspberry Baked Oats
Another month, and another healthy recipe featuring Snact: Fruit jerky made from 100% dried blended fruit which counts towards your five a day, is vegan friendly, gluten-free and contains no additives or preservatives. You may have seen my recent recipes, including these Blueberry, Apple & Banana Energy Bars or my Mango, Ginger & Cardamom Cookies. […]
No-Bake PB & J Granola Bars
Here’s a recipe I’ve created with some of my favourite new and familiar products I’ve got in my kitchen right now. Let me shine the light on Pic’s Peanut Butter (you might like my Banana, Peanut Butter & Chocolate Chunk Muffins recipe), St Dalfour fruit spreads and Wild Thing Paleo Granola. All of these brands […]
Blueberry, Apple & Banana Snact Energy Bars
‘We make snacks from surplus produce. That’s produce that would otherwise be thrown away for being too big, too small, too ugly, or simply too abundant. ‘Tonnes of perfectly good fruit and vegetables get rejected before reaching shop shelves in the UK. We turn that surplus into healthy snacks that contribute to one of your […]
Layered Tropical Mango & Coconut Breakfast Pot
You might have come across the colourful, fun and vibrant Perkier! brand at health food events or tried their delicious gluten-free, wheat-free and vegan-friendly snack bars – if you haven’t, you absolutely must (read my review over here)! Packed full of goodness, fibre and protein without any nasties, it’s been a pleasure to create some […]
Raspberry & Rhubarb Crumble Breakfast Bars
As part of a campaign coinciding with Olympic fever, I was invited to take part in Meridian’s #BreakfastofChampions challenge, showing how easy and delicious it is to incorporate their nut butters in your breakfast to fuel your day. The brand’s peanut, almond and cashew butters are packed with protein (with at least 20-30g per 100g), […]
Top 12 Healthy Breakfast Ideas
I don’t know about you but I BLOODY LOVE breakfast. It’s my favourite meal of the day, maybe because I always start the day with a workout so by the time I’ve finished, I’m STARVING. A fantastic way to get you ready for the day and an opportunity to cram in a load of nutrients […]
Triple Chocolate Quinoa Maca Porridge
I’m excited to say that it’s a pleasure to work with the BEST vegan chocolate brand out there, Conscious Chocolate. And yes I mean it when I say that – I know it’s a bold statement and all and it’s a competitive market but trust me, this is the real deal, the Crème de la Crème […]
8 Ways to Use Tahini in Healthy Cooking & Baking
This blog post is dedicated to one of my all-time favourite ingredients, a store cupboard essential: TAHINI. If you have not yet used this thick, nutty paste made from ground sesame seeds, you’re missing out. Many of you may know I’m a nut butter addict – but tahini just has the extra element that works […]
The Cereal Club: Healthy Breakfasts Delivered To Your Door
I love a good delivery box, one that is well thought out, contains quality products and those that you might not necessarily be able to get from your local supermarket. That’s part of the fun of the growing market that is the subscription service boxes: throwing in some of your recognisable favourites coupled with a […]