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Amaranth vs quinoa: which is the healthier choice?

In recent years we’ve been delighted to see the number of whole grains appearing on the shelves increasing. Not just in our local health food shops, but also mainstream supermarkets. It’s so wonderful to see all these under-appreciated ancient grains make a such a welcome return.

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7 Healthy Vegan Workout Snacks

There are so many vegan pre-workout snacks to choose from, it can be difficult to know which is best. Here’s a list of our favourites and why you should have them before your next workout.

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Sea buckthorn: menopause natural remedy?

Sea buckthorn, a bright little berry which grows on a shrub in coastal and high altitude areas, has been hailed as a health food for lots of reasons. However, this unassuming fruit has gained popularity in recent years as one of several menopause natural remedies. Let’s take a look at how sea buckthorn can help ease the symptoms of menopause and the science behind the claims.

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Milk thistle for hangover: does it work?

Unfortunately, many of us have experienced a hangover or two in our time. Waking up the morning after a night out, we nurse our pounding heads and swear off alcohol for good. While some people turn to fry-ups and sports drinks to soothe their hangover, others choose to take milk thistle. But does taking milk thistle for hangovers really work?

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Sea buckthorn FAQs

Should you be taking a brisk walk along the coastline, you might come across a little shrub with spiky leaves and a bright orange berry. It might just be sea buckthorn! If you’re new to it, you’ll be amazed by just how powerful this tiny berry really is. Here, we answer the most common questions about sea buckthorn.

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Is granola good for you?

Back in the day, yoghurt and granola was our favourite healthy breakfast. But with refined sugar and processed fats on some ingredients lists, is granola good for you?

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Milk thistle side effects

Milk thistle side effects are uncommon, but it’s good to read up and make an informed decision. Here, we look into the various side effects reported while using milk thistle and who should take extra care when using it.

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4 signs you have an iron deficiency

Do you find yourself getting tired easily, or feeling a bit off? You might be suffering from low iron. One of the most common nutrient deficiencies in the world, signs of iron deficiency can leave you feeling run down. But luckily, it’s easy to treat and shouldn’t have any serious or long-lasting effects.

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What do antioxidants do?

Antioxidants burst onto the health scene many years ago. Since then, you can find all kinds of products claiming to be full of them, from skincare to smoothies. But what are antioxidants in the first place? What do antioxidants do, and do we really need them? We cut through the jargon to get to the truth about these mysterious molecules.

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Which is the best gluten-free flour?

It’s difficult to realise how much of our food depends on flour until we’re unable to eat it, due to gluten sensitivity. Fortunately, there are lots of gluten-free flours on the market, and some of them are actually even more healthy than normal wheat flour. Here’s our rundown of the best gluten-free flours to use in all your cooking and baking projects.

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