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4 health benefits of walnuts (and how to include them in your diet)

It is scientifically proven that walnuts are among the most nutritious foods to include in your diet. Walnuts are a good source of healthy fats, fibre, vitamins and minerals, as well as encouraging healthy digestion and weight control. Many of us choose to adopt a healthy diet by cutting back on snacks in between meals; however if you do find yourself tempted for a small pick-me-up, walnuts are one of the most nutrient-dense snacks there is. As well as being tasty and widely available, walnuts have a host of health benefits.

What are the health benefits of walnuts?

The Health Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar

You may have heard about apple cider vinegar – it’s certainly growing in popularity as more and more people and blogs trumpet its supposed health benefits. The Covid-19 pandemic has also led to increased sales as people search for ways to boost their health. But what’s the truth about apple cider vinegar, and how much science is there behind the claims?

Many of us have enjoyed a pint of Somerset cider in a pub garden on a balmy summer evening. The alcoholic beverage is made by fermenting the natural sugars in apple juice into alcohol, but if this then encounters acetic-acid forming acetobacter bacteria, vinegar is formed as it reacts with oxygen to convert the alcohol into acetic acid. When apple cider vinegar slowly ferments in this way, a buildup of yeast and sugars is created, and this contains many beneficial nutrients, such as citric acid, acetic acid, vitamins and minerals, as well as a whole array of other micronutrients. This visible mass, known as ‘the mother’, can be seen floating in your apple cider vinegar, and can make it appear cloudy.

So here’s the lowdown on the many health benefits of apple cider vinegar….

HOW TO COOK RICE

Cooking rice is incredibly easy. However, most recipe books tend to over-complicate the process. Typical problems include:

The rice ends up soggy, and needs draining. You should never have to drain rice, ever!
The rice burns because you run out of water.
The rice ends up taking far too long.
You have to keep watching the rice, and it gets a bit stressful.

Here is our easy method:

10 WAYS TO USE TEFF

Teff is a tiny, nutritionally dense grain which can be used in a variety of sweet and savoury dishes. We stock this superfood in a variety of forms, including flour, whole grain and flakes!

Teff has a great nutritional profile. It is high in iron, fibre and protein. It is also a great source of calcium and potassium! There are lots of ways you can use teff, here are our top ten recipes!

TEN WAYS TO USE VANILLA POWDER

Pure vanilla powder is a really versatile ingredient that can be used instead of vanilla extract or essence. It is made from pure ground vanilla bean and has an unbelievably rich flavour. It makes a wonderful addition to drinks, sauces, cakes and bakes as well as cereals and chocolates! Here are ten of our favourite ways to use vanilla powder:

HEALTHY LUNCHBOXES IDEAS

Getting your children to eat healthily will be a doodle with these amazing healthy lunch box ideas.

WIMBLEDON ESSENTIALS

Wimbledon season is finally upon us and whether you’re one of the lucky ones with tickets, or are going to be watching from the comfort of home, we’ve got some delicious Wimbledon-inspired treat ideas, snacks & tips for you to try out.

SIMPLE WEEKNIGHT SUPPERS

Ten easy weeknight suppers that can be whipped up in less than 30 minutes! Leaving you with more time to do the things that you love.

MEAT-FREE MONDAYS

‘Meat-free Mondays’ were created to raise the awareness of the health benefits of eating a vegetarian diet and the pressures on the environment caused by meat production. Eating less meat can also help you to include more vegetables in your diet and is also easier on your purse!

Whatever your reason to reduce your meat consumption, one day of not eating meat can easily be achieved. You can make meat-like substitutes, such as burgers and sausages, from soya mince, soya chunks, tofu, wheat gluten (seitan), beans and pulses.

Here are some recipes to inspire your meat-free day. Some are veggie takes on classic recipes, other recipes are great new ways to eat meat-free, without feeling like you are missing out!

TRANSFORM YOUR LEFTOVERS

We love being thrifty with leftovers. We have all been there, those times where we have cooked too much food and we are faced with a fridge full of random cooked ingredients. Well fear not! We have come up with an array of delicious recipes which are perfect for using up leftovers!

Here are some of our favourite recipes: