How to Detox your Body, and why it’s Important!

Feeling sluggish and wondering how to detox your body? Everyday, we come into contact with numerous chemicals, many of which…

How to Keep Fruit and Vegetables Fresh for Longer

We’ve all done it. We purchase fruit and vegetables and stick them in the fridge or fruit bowl, only to…

What Fruit and Veg are in Season Right Now? A Monthly Guide

Have you ever wondered whether the fruit and veg you buy at the supermarket are actually in season? Wandering through…

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How to Improve Health through Intermittent Fasting

Intermittent fasting is often a term that’s banded about by a celebrity or influencer. Or maybe you flipped past an…

Kombucha – why this fermented drink is good for you!

Kombucha is enjoying a reputation of being a healthy drink. But what is kombucha, and what is it made from?…

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7 Easy Autumn Foraging Foods – get nutritious food for free!

Autumn foraging is a fun way to source delicious and nutritious food for free. Here is a guide to seven…

Benefits of Slow Cookers, and Why Every Home Should Have One!

Imagine coming home to a fully cooked, nutritious meal, without having to stand over a hot stove? A slow cooker,…

Plastics and Health – Ways to Reduce Exposure to Toxins in Plastic

Plastic is a problem. Most plastics never biodegrade fully. While it seems like it disappears over time, in reality the…

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9 Easy to Recognise Wild Foods for Beginner Foragers

Wild foods are abundant, and they are also healthy. So learning some easy to recognise wild foods is a great…

health benefits of herbal tea

A Guide to the Health Benefits of Herbal Teas

Herbal teas are made from blends of flowers and fruits, and have been used for thousands of years as a…

alternatives to cling film and tin foil

Alternatives to Cling Film and Tin Foil – Better for You and the Planet!

Cling film and tin foil have long been a staple kitchen items. We use cling film to cover our left…

Nettle soup recipe

The Best Nettle Soup Recipe – seriously, you’ll love it!

This healthy, dark green nettle soup is a fabulous snack or hearty lunchtime warmer. You can also make plenty and…

Identifying Field Mushrooms and how to dry them – No Fear Foraging!

I’ve been collecting field mushrooms ever since I was a kid, when I used to go out foraging with my…

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Top Bread Makers of 2018 – Eat Well, Be Healthy, Enjoy Fresh Bread!

Picture this… you open your eyes on a chilly morning and notice the delicious scent of freshly baked bread wafting…

Bread Baking for Beginners – 3 simple and tasty bread recipes

Bread is one of the oldest foods of human creation, and there’s something special about cutting into a loaf of…

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Sterilising Glass Jars for Home Preserving

Sterilising glass jars is really important in the process of home preserving, as any bacteria present is likely to spoil…

How to Roast Sweet Chestnuts

Roast sweet chestnuts are an autumn favourite. If you go for a lovely walk in the woods, you are likely…

Chutney Recipe – A Beginner’s Guide to Preserving

If you like a bit of chutney on a hunk of bread and cheese, there’s good news. Making chutney at…