Are artificial sweeteners as healthy as they are cracked up to be?
You probably already know that sweet things can be pretty addictive and eating and drinking too much sugar can have a range of bad consequences.…
If you are what you eat, then British kids must be two-thirds ultra-processed
The diets of British children have recently come under scrutiny, and it is not good news. An upcoming report by First Steps Nutrition Trust is…
My Baba Podcast – Food, mood and gut health for the whole family
Leonora Bamford, My Baba’s founder, set up the fantastic Parental Control monthly parenting and lifestyle podcast when she wanted to support parents in feeling more…
Lifestyle and diet hacks to keep your brain healthy and sharp
When we think about healthy habits, we often just consider habits that affect our physical health, but did you know that healthy habits can keep…
New Year, New Habits
After an indulgent festive period, we often feel ready to make healthy changes to support overall health and well-being. So if like me, you are…
Be kind to yourself between Christmas and New Year
Christmas might well be the most magical time of the year, but the build-up can be intense and exhausting! So, once Christmas Day and Boxing…
How to love your liver and avoid a Christmas hangover!
Who else has been invited to lots of lovely Christmas parties this year? Or maybe you simply like to drink a tipple or two around…
Why soaking beans, grains, seeds & nuts can make them more nutritious
Beans, grains, wholemeal flour, nuts and seeds are powerhouses of nutrition. They are a wonderful source of protein and micronutrients, but if you rely on…
How can vitamin D deficiency affect your mental health?
Most of us are familiar with vitamin D – also known as the ‘sunshine vitamin’ – and its importance for our bones and immunity. But…
Resistant starch – the secret to enjoying white carbs without feeling guilty
We are often told that potatoes, pasta and rice are the demon white carbs that we need to cut back on if we want to…
How to win against winter bugs with Vitamin D
As we head towards the cold and flu season, I’m sure like me, you do everything you can to stay away from catching a nasty…
Why cold water swimming is so good for you
It’s called ‘wild swimming” but if the thought of jumping into a cold lake fills you with dread, you’re not alone and you’re certainly not…
Why you might want to avoid Calcium Propionate preservative in bread
We all love the convenience of eating bought bread, it’s especially handy for busy parents if it lasts in the bread bin for a few…
How To Swallow Capsules and Tablets
When you can swallow capsules, tablets and pills, it’s a skill for life! It helps you to help take medications and food supplements easily without…
The ten best ways to beat Acne & Pimples
Not many people get through their teens without spots and pimple outbreaks, and this is really quite normal. However, when we suffer from prolonged periods…
How much Vitamin D do I need?
Vitamins D is vital for maintaining good health. It is possible to get all you need from sunshine and good food. But because we get…
How to decide which oat milk to use
It’s not easy choosing an oat milk, and how heavily they are marketed is not a true test of how good they are. I’d like…
Do Omega 3 Fish Oil Supplements Cause Blood Thinning?
Most people now know that eating plenty of oily fish and other omega 3 rich foods as well as taking omega 3 supplements is beneficial…
Folic Acid Added To Flour – Good or Bad?
The UK government has been consulting on adding folic acid to flour, such as used in bread, biscuits and pastries to help nourish our nation…
Ultra-processed Foods – Convenience Food is Making Us Sick – Part 2
The second half of my blog on Ultra-Processed Foods (UPFs) focuses in more on why these foods are ultra-detrimental to our health, as well as…