Nutrition facts and dietary tips to make healthy eating simpler and easier. Based on scientific evidence and written by a qualified nutritionist.
Making a low GI smoothie isn’t always easy. Fruit is a key ingredient in most healthy smoothies but some types can have a high glycemic index. Despite being natural and nutritious, this can cause an unwanted spike in blood sugar. In this article – guest author, Xanthé Steer, explains Read more…
Looking for lactose-free protein powder that’s highly nutritious and tastes great? It’s not easy to find supplements that tick all the boxes but we’ve done the research so you don’t have to. Whether you’re looking at powders for dairy-free protein shakes, workout smoothies, or healthy baking, we’ve got you covered. Read more…
Gut health isn’t just a new wellness buzzword – it describes the delicate balance of bacteria in your gastrointestinal tract. Certain lifestyle factors can influence the gut and the systems that are found within it. In this article – registered dietitian Kara Kash explains how gut health can affect Read more…
Weight loss smoothies are big business these days. You might have seen ads for them making tantalising claims… Quick, easy, satisfying, nutritious – a complete meal in a drink! This can make them a tempting option for people trying to lose weight. But does the scientific evidence back them up? Read more…
Preparing tasty vegan protein smoothies can be hit and miss. Sometimes they’re delicious, creamy, and packed with nutrients. But other times they’re lumpy, gritty, and taste downright awful. High protein smoothies are popular with fitness fans and followers of plant-based diets. They’re an excellent source of nutrients that support Read more…
Have you ever wondered how to make a smoothie sweeter without sugar? If you want to make your smoothies to taste better without adding empty calories, then we’re right there with you. Taste and flavour are hugely important in building healthy eating habits for the long-term. But what can Read more…
Orange smoothies are energising, super-sweet, and packed with immune-boosting vitamins. But they can be tricky to make at home… Their acidic nature doesn’t always play well with other ingredients and sometimes they aren’t as silky-smooth as we’d like. But when done right, they’re ridiculously good! In this article Read more…
If we asked you to list some banana smoothie benefits, what would you say? They’re full of energy? Good before a workout? Look at us in horror for suggesting that carbs might be healthy?! In this article – we’ve collated all of the key health benefits of a banana Read more…
There are a number of green smoothie benefits that often seem too good to be true. Can they really improve your health as much as the claims state? Or is it a load of exaggerated internet marketing that’s spiralled into fiction? In this article – we review the scientific Read more…