Health Blog — Nutrition

We are frequently advised not to include processed food in our daily diets but what exactly are processed foods and how are they harmful to us?

Most of us are well aware that we should try and eat a healthy diet but might not always be clear on what processed foods are - and then there are even ultra processed foods to cause concern.

We all know that old saying about an "apple a day keeping the doctor away" but we might not know that the same can be said of a tomato!

Research is now telling us that tomatoes are worth their weight in health benefits.

Find out more about these top ten benefits...

Many have a love/hate relationship with broccoli and/or Brussels sprouts but kale comes close...

There are many forms of kale and it is part of brassica family in the same way as cabbages, broccoli and Brussels sprouts are.

Many of those who grow their own vegetables will include a clump of horseradish, perhaps without knowing exactly what to do with it!

You might have noticed "horseradish sauce" preserved in jars to be served as an accompaniment with roast beef but that might be all. 

You could also be surprised to read that the horseradish is a strong and beneficial plant with some gardeners pointing out that it can be a good friend both to you AND your garden.

Do you enjoy a bowl of porridge or oatmeal.  Find out more on how to make that bowl even more nutritious and tasty.

There are many different types of headaches and migraines but they all have something in common - pain and discomfort. A daily drink of celery juice can be a natural remedy for you if you suffer from headaches or migraines. But there are other health benefits too...

It was once a staple in our grandparents’ homes but has been largely absent for over fifty years.  Now many are beginning to take note of lard's health benefits...

When you include apple seeds in your diet, they should be from true organic apples, grown in excellent ground with plenty of nutrients and where pesticides and herbicides have not been sprayed.