Vegan Chocolate Truffles
I imagine, like most other people, that you are celebrating the holidays a bit differently this year? If you can’t get out to the shops, if there are no parties, if you aren’t hosting/attending a large family gathering and if you are beginning to feel just a teeny bit depressed about the whole idea of the holiday season […]
Healthy eating for seniors
Two days before Christmas in 2017, I received a call from the hospital in England, calling me to come as soon as possible. My 91-year-old stepmum, Vera, had had a massive stroke and was not expected to survive for long. Could I come to say my goodbyes? I threw a few things in a case, […]
Almond Milk
Almond milk has become popular, and the supermarket shelves are packed with different types. Do read the labels, as some have additives you might wish to avoid, such as sugar, sunflower oil and flavourings. My absolute favourite is home-made almond milk, and it’s so easy to make. If you want a beautiful, creamy, smooth milk, […]
Feeling Juicy
I feel as if my cells are singing. Everything becomes clear and bright and alive. It’s an immediate, refreshing hit of alertness and vibrancy. What is this wonder drug? Juice. These are some of the effects I experience, within a few seconds of gulping down a big mouthful of freshly made vegetable and fruit juice. […]
Wild Greens Smoothie
Wild Greens You probably know that leafy green vegetables are really, really good for you, but did you know that the same goes for many wild greens, otherwise known as weeds? Grass, dandelion, nettles, soursops and clover – as well as many other wild plants – are full of protein, vitamins and minerals, and can […]
Seed Sprinkles
How do vegans get enough protein? Many plant foods are rich in protein such as nuts, seeds, beans, sprouts, quinoa and soy products, and other foods like whole wheat, peas and green leafy vegetables all contribute significant amounts of protein to the diet. It is always worth checking how much protein you need and tallying […]
Still sweet and sugar-free?
Despite my passion for desserts, every so often I like to give my body a break from sugars. And because I don’t like to do things by halves, that means all sugars: refined sugars of course; natural sugars like maple syrup, rice syrup, agave nectar, concentrated fruit juice; all dried and fresh fruit; stuff that […]