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Pecan pies are an extremely popular dessert meal, and this can largely be attributed to their nutty ingredient. Native to North America, these nuts grow inside a brown shell and contain more antioxidants than any other tree nut. They contain anti-inflammatory properties, thanks to their rich magnesium content, which can reduce the

Romesco sauce is a classic Spanish salsa that goes very well with tuna and pork. It is easy to make and can be stored for up to a week. Click here to find out how often you ought to be eating tuna. Ingredients: 4 x 200g tuna steaks Olive oil

A rising intolerance to dairy, along with more people looking to the principles of the vegan and paleo diets, has given way to a number of different plant-based milks. This is also a fast-growing industry, with Innova Market Insights predicting it to reach over $16 billion in 2018.  The best

This wholesome, warming soup is straight out of the pages of Nutriseed, and it is sure to enhance your dinner table with its rich flavors and hues. Containing turmeric, apple cider vinegar, ginger and butternut, its antioxidative health benefits are myriad. Ingredients required: 1 cup chopped onions 2 celery ribs,

This recipe can easily be doubled to make two portions. According to Dr Josh Axe, turkey meat boasts the following benefits: It is low in calories and carbohydrates but loaded with important nutrients like protein, selenium, phosphorus and riboflavin.  Turkey breast also contains some iron, potassium, zinc, thiamin and vitamin B6. A

Once you’re pregnant, you’re advised on everything you need to eat and avoid to ensure the health of your baby. As important as this information is, you are often not told about which foods you need to avoid before you actually become pregnant. Aside from drinking and smoking, there are

This protein-packed chocolate pudding is ideal for a mid-afternoon or post-workout snack. It’s also delicious eaten as a dip with apple slices or carrot sticks, and makes the perfect late-night treat when you’re craving something sweet. Serves 1 Ingredients required 170g 0% Greek yoghurt 1 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder 1-2

The quantities of ingredients here make quite a small batch. I always double the recipe if making the hummus for guests (or for the week), and recommend doing so. Leftovers never go to waste. Serves 4 Ingredients required: 400g tin chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 clove of garlic 60g tahini

These sweet potato pancakes are all natural, gluten, dairy and sugar free and provide a healthy, filling, nutritious, delicious breakfast. They can also easily be reheated in the oven. This recipe has been extracted from Dr Michelle Braude’s new book, The Food Effect. Click here to find out more about the

This wholesome chicken soup recipe is for that time of the year when people are starting to sniffle and sneeze and you’re doing everything you can to avoid picking up a nasty cold or case of the flu. Never fear! It is from our cold and flu dossier and makes