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The Ultimate Food Quiz
Many of us have taken to family games whilst in lockdown so we’ve rounded up our favourite food facts for the ultimate food quiz to keep you entertained Good luck! 1 Which of these is not a mushroom Lion’s...
Acts of Kindness to Boost Mental Health
It’s Mental Health Awareness Week and this year, in response to the coronavirus outbreak, the theme is kindness Kindness makes us and the world a better place It seems intuitive, but sometimes it can be forgotten in our busy...
The Balance Box Guide to Healthy Snacking
As we find ourselves confined to our homes, many of will find our food intake rocketing – whether it is through comfort eating, boredom or genuine hunger Being at home all day you will feel inclined to graze more than usual but...
How to grow your own kitchen herb garden
Whether you’re short on space, do not have access to a garden or wish to have more plants in your home, there something very satisfying about growing your own kitchen herb garden Herbs are some of the easiest plants to grow and will transform your...
Is there a nutritional difference between eggs?
From the “go to work on an egg” advertising slogans of the 1950s and 60s to cholesterol warnings of the 70’s the egg has had a chequered past Fortunately, since then our understanding of nutrition has improved and we know that cholesterol...
In Season: British ingredients to eat now
Although there is a year-round supply of fresh food in the shops, it doesn’t mean the produce is at its best We all know that its best to eat with the seasons, not only does it reduce carbon emissions and support the local economy, seasonal...
5 Mental Health Questions to Ask Yourself
While many of us will book a doctors appointment when we're feeling unwell, it is less common for us to check in with our mental health Give yourself a daily check-up by asking yourself five questions How am I feeling today Stress,...
5 Wellbeing tips for staying at home
There has never been a more important time to take care of your personal wellbeing and mental health We share our top 5 tips on what to do to look after yourself during these difficult times Eat well It’s often said that...