This dish is the perfect lazy dinner for a summer evening after a long day’s work, where you don’t want to spend long in the kitchen cooking. This fresh, nourishing bowl of creamy butterbeans topped with fried courgettes, feta, lemon and herbs is quick (around 20 minutes), comforting without being heavy, and absolutely made for mopping up with some thick, crusty bread – delicious! Recipe: Serves four Ingredients 2 large courgettes 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced or finely chop

Eating food when it’s in season not only means it tastes better, it’s also great for your health and the environment. Not to mention, in-season produce is often cheaper, especially when there is a glut! In September, we’re focusing on blackberries, pears, squash and fennel. Blackberries September is peak blackberry season. Packed with fibre, vitamin C and antioxidants, they're delicious stirred into porridge, baked into crumbles or simply enjoyed with yoghurt for an easy seas

In the UK, approximately 10 million tonnes of food is wasted each year, with around 60% of this coming from households. Not only is this damaging for the environment, with the greenhouse gas emissions associated with wasted food and drink in the UK estimated to be equivalent to 18 million tonnes of CO2 – it’s also costly, as the edible proportion of household food waste is equivalent to around £250 per person annually. With this in mind, here are six simple tips to help you f

Plant-based meat alternatives (PBMAs) have been hailed as the ‘future of food’ by some and criticised by others. But what actually are they, and do they really help us achieve healthier and more sustainable diets? What are PBMAs? Plant-based meat alternatives are a broad range of food products, made primarily from plant-derived ingredients, designed to mimic the taste, texture, appearance and culinary use of meat in meals. They are typically used as substitutes in familiar me

August is arguably the most abundant month of the year for fresh produce, making it the perfect time to enjoy seasonal summer fruits vegetables that often come with a premium price tag during the colder months in the UK. As temperatures rise, so do our hydration needs, and most summer seasonal produce naturally contribute to fluid intake, making them an ideal choice during this record-breaking hot summer. Stone fruit Peaches, nectarines, plums, apricots and cherries are at th

This delicious baked feta and lentil salad is the perfect summer recipe and ideal for BBQ season. Rich in fibre, it helps to nourish beneficial gut bacteria and support digestive health. The toasted walnuts add a lovely crunch and pair particularly well with the sweet honey, salty feta and fresh lemon dressing — all in under 20 minutes! Recipe: Serves two Ingredients 1 block of feta 1 tbsp honey 1 250g pouch cooked lentils 50g walnuts, roughly chopped Salad leaves of choice (

The gut, or gastrointestinal (GI) tract, is the digestive system that runs from the mouth to the anus. Its primary role is to digest food, absorb nutrients and fluids, and remove waste. The gut also plays an important role in immune function and communication with the brain. The gut microbiome refers to the trillions of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi and viruses, that live in the digestive tract. Most are harmless or beneficial, helping to break down food, produce

If you spend a lot of your day sitting at a desk, driving, working on a laptop, or looking down at a phone, your body will usually tell you about it. This might show up through tight hips, a stiff lower back, rounded shoulders, tension in the neck, headaches, poor posture, or just that general feeling of being a bit ‘stuck’ in your body by the end of the day.

Eating food when it’s in season not only means it tastes better, it’s also great for your health and the environment. Not to mention, in-season produce is often cheaper, especially when there is a glut! In July, we’re focusing on aubergines, broccoli and strawberries. Aubergines Aubergines are rich in fibre and antioxidants, and great for heart health. They’re easy to prepare – simply slice and roast in olive oil, dice and fry in curries and pasta sauces, or include in trayba

Taking place on 22nd July, the theme for this year’s World Brain Day is ‘Brain Health for all Ages’, highlighting how the brain supports overall health throughout life. Brain health is the ability to think, learn, remember, make decisions, and manage emotions. It is not just about the absence of disease – it also means keeping the brain functioning at its best over time. Brain health is influenced by lifestyle factors such as blood pressure, diet, exercise, lifelong learning,

Eating food when it’s in season not only means it tastes better, it’s also great for your health and the environment. Not to mention, in-season produce is often cheaper, especially when there is a glut! In June, we’re focusing on cherries, beetroot and courgette. Cherries Cherries are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, which supports immunity and helps to reduce inflammation, as well as supporting muscles recover post-exercise. Beetroot With a short but vibrant season, beetr

Approximately 5.8 million people in the UK are living with diabetes. This year’s Diabetes Week, which takes place from 8th to 14th June, is centred around the theme ‘Strike Out Stigma’, focusing on changing the way we talk about diabetes and those affected by it. With eight in ten people living with diabetes reporting experiencing negative attitudes – including judgement, misconceptions and unfair blame – our helpful guide will help you demystify diabetes, including what it i

Eating food when it’s in season not only means it tastes better, it’s also great for your health and the environment. Not to mention, in-season produce is often cheaper, especially when there is a glut! Asparagus British asparagus has a very short season, typically only lasting until the end of May – so make the most of it while you can. It’s a great source of fibre and vitamins, and works perfectly in simple dishes. Try steaming or grilling and serving with soldiers and a di

What we eat doesn’t just affect our health – it has a powerful impact on the planet too. From how food is produced to how much is wasted, our daily choices shape everything from climate change to biodiversity and the future of our food system. Our current food system contributes: 15–30% of global greenhouse gas emissions, with red meat and dairy among the biggest contributors. 80% of global deforestation, responsible for the clearance of over six million football pitches a ye

Easter is a time for family, friends – and, of course, chocolate! Enjoying Easter treats doesn’t have to derail your health goals or come with guilt. With mindful choices and a little understanding of what makes a treat higher or lower in sugar, you can navigate the Easter period more confidently. Good to know When eating chocolate, it’s helpful to keep an eye on sugar content. Adults are advised to limit ‘free’ or added sugar – the kind not naturally found in fruit (fruct

To mark World Sleep Day, our partners at the Mental Health Foundation have shared practical, evidence-based tips to support better sleep.

It’s World Sleep Day on Friday 13 th March – but you’ll sleep soundly thanks to our seven tips to help promote a good night’s sleep! Don’t eat too close to bedtime Lying down with a full stomach can lead to heartburn. Plus, you will keep digesting your food while you’re asleep – so there’s no evidence that eating before bed increases chances of weight gain). However, digestion raises your body temperature and keeps your metabolism active, which may reduce your sleep quality.

In a world of social media trends, conflicting nutritional advice, and supermarket shelves packed with ‘health’ products, eating well can feel far more complicated (and expensive) than it needs to be. The truth is, a healthy balanced diet is built on simple principles – and no foods need to be completely off limits. The UK Eatwell Guide provides a blueprint for a healthy balanced diet and how much we should be eating from each food group to get all the nutrients we need. It’

Eating food when it’s in season not only means it tastes better, it’s also great for your health and the environment. Not to mention, in-season produce is often cheaper, especially when there is a glut! Purple sprouting broccoli Not just prettier to look at, purple sprouting broccoli comes with some extra health benefits when compared to a standard broccoli head – mostly thanks to the fact that you’d eat the stalk (more fibre, yes please!), but also because the lovely purple

When we talk about nutrition, protein often steals the spotlight. But there’s another nutrient that deserves just as much attention: fibre. Despite its powerful health benefits, only 4% of us in the UK are eating enough! So, what exactly is fibre, why do we need it, and how can we get more? What is fibre? Fibre is a type of carbohydrate that our bodies can’t digest. Fibre is only found in plant foods such as fruits, vegetables, wholegrains, beans, nuts and seeds. Unlike other