Flaxseed, health and menopause
What is flaxseed? Flaxseed or linseed is a small seed that originated in the Middle East. The active compounds in flaxseed are alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), fibre and ligans and between them they have some powerful actions. They are anti-inflammatory, they have...
Sunshine – and vitamin D
Sunshine! it has been lovely to see the sun this week, despite it still being quite chilly. The sun and blue sky lift our mood and that is much needed at the moment and it also enables our bodies to produce vitamin D. Whilst enjoying a few minutes in the garden I...
Eating well as a vegan / vegetarian
As concern for the environment has increased, the number of people following a vegan or vegetarian diet, particularly in young adults has grown. A good vegetarian diet can encourage experimentation with new foods and cooking methods, expanding the diversity of our...
