It’s week 2 of Sugar Free February and if you’ve been really strict with yourself, you’re probably feeling the pinch. As creator of the 30 Day Sugar Detox programme I know from experience that week two can be pretty tough… but you’re nearly over the sugar craving peak! Any headaches you’ve had should soon start […]
Snacks
Healthy no-bake treats – let’s get more kids in the kitchen!
Does it feel like your children are constantly asking for snacks and treats? I know mine often do… so I like to have some quick healthy options the kids can help me make… without giving them loads of sugar or refined ingredients. These yummy treats are fun and easy to make… plus packed with the […]
3 delicious ways to cook with apples
The humble apple… Full of goodness, easy to cook with and so tasty. If you’re lucky like me and have an apple tree in your garden, you may be left wondering what to do with its bounty this time of year. Even if you don’t have an apple tree, apples are a really cheap seasonal […]
Chocolate Banana Loaf Recipe: A little sugar a lot of taste!
Packing school lunches is hard work. I know! And even though I talk to my kids regularly about the importance of healthy food and how sugar isn’t all that great for us, at 5 and 8 they still get upset when their lunch boxes look more boring than their friends. Step forward my happy compromise: […]
Recipe: Delicious Chocolate Broccoli Muffins
These delicious chocolate broccoli muffins are a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into children – I promise they won’t notice. I have tried this recipe on my own children and they are yet to realise! Give it a try and let me know what you think…
Healthy high protein flapjack recipe
This my favourite flapjack recipe. I developed this one because it’s low in processed sugar, packed with vitamins and minerals as well as protein. It’s perfect for keeping your blood sugar levels balanced throughout the day… and my kids and my husband love it! It’s also rich in essential fats and iron from the seeds, […]