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Hibiscus tea pregnancy concerns: is it safe?

This ruby red herbal tea is a delicious caffeine-free drink with lots of health benefits. But some experts have warned that pregnant women should not consume hibiscus. In this article, we’ll take a look at these hibiscus tea pregnancy worries and consider whether you should avoid drinking it while pregnant.

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12 Healthy vegetarian recipes for weight loss

If you’re looking to make some changes for health reasons, our healthy vegetarian recipes for weight loss don’t sacrifice on flavour. Packed with healthy nutrients to keep you full while nourishing your body, they’re the perfect addition to your recipe book.

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How to make vegan yoghurt

When people try out veganism for the first time, one food they often miss is yoghurt. After all, it’s such an easy and healthy breakfast, with a few fresh berries scattered on top, that it can be hard to give up. Luckily, many plant-based yoghurts are now available. But if you want to get the creamiest, purest yoghurt made just to your taste, you have to learn how to make vegan yoghurt at home. Good news - t’s easy!

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Do I take ashwagandha in the morning or night? Your ashwagandha questions answered.

If you regularly take ashwagandha, or are researching it for the first time, you might be wondering about how best to fit it into your routine. In this article, we’ll be answering some of the most common questions we get about taking ashwagandha, starting with: do I take ashwagandha in the morning or night?

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11 delicious low FODMAP vegan recipes

If you suffer from IBS or other gut issues, finding foods which don’t aggravate unwanted symptoms like gas and bloating can be a struggle. The low FODMAP diet was designed to help you identify which foods to eat and which to avoid so you can stay comfortable. In this article, we’ll explain a bit about the diet before getting into some of our favourite low FODMAP vegan recipes.

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Why am I not losing weight on keto? Your keto questions answered.

Fans of the keto diet swear by its ability to help you lose weight, but what if it doesn’t seem to be working? Is the keto diet a healthy choice for everyone, and what should you do if you hit a plateau? Read on for answers to these and other keto-related questions.

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What is reverse dieting?

If you want to lose weight for health or aesthetic reasons, there are a plethora of different options out there to help you do so. However, a diet which promises that you can eat more while maintaining a low weight is surely the most appealing of them all! But what is reverse dieting, is it good for you, and can it ever actually work for weight loss?

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Christmas presents for your sister: 8 great ideas

Now that the days of stealing each other’s clothes and pulling other’s hair are over (or indeed, if they are still going on), the festive season is a great chance to show your sister that you care. Check out our favourite Christmas presents for sisters here. All the items in our gift list are sustainable and ethical, too.

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Organic superfoods: do they live up to the hype?

Acai, goji, ginger, turmeric, blueberries and wheatgrass; what do these foods all have in common? They’re all well-known superfoods. But what exactly earns a food the title of ‘superfood’, and is it really meaningful when it comes to our health? We take a look at the evidence around organic superfoods and their benefits for our wellbeing.

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Christmas gifts for mum and dad

It’s been a tough old couple of years, so treat your parents to a Christmas present that will help them relax and take care of themselves. Presenting: our curated pick of Christmas gifts for mum and dad with a health and wellness focus.

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