Juices & Smoothies
Recipe: Goji berry smoothie
This is without a doubt the prettiest smoothie around and the tastiest! Plus it comes with the powerful nutrient punch of gogi berries – known for their stratospheric levels of antioxidants, huge amounts of vit C, all the 8 essential amino acids, heaps of iron and yes, there’s plenty more. They make a great snack as they’re […]
Warning: It will stain your blender and is totally worth it
Two ways with tumeric that don’t involve curry You know when you hear of something new and then it’s everywhere? I went to a yellow party. Most people wore fluffy yellow wigs + rugby shirts. My friend rubbed herself with fresh tumeric root and glowed all evening. Next a runaway monk handed me this. You […]
6 ways to sneak in more good stuff
It’s true I’ve drunk a lot of tea in my time, quite a lot of coffee and yes I confess to a reasonable amount of imbibing. Each of which robs my body of nutrients, raises my blood pressure and weakens my immune system, amongst a host of other naff things. So this week I’m going […]
Creaming soda smoothie
This is healthy party food – think colour and bubbles. I had a bunch of seven-year-old boys gulp them down – pause to wonder why they were green – then slurp the rest and run off. Mission accomplished! Blend: 1/2 C almond/rice/oat/soy milk 1/2 C soda water 1 apple (or fresh juice) 1 frozen banana/pineapple […]
The Juice on Juice
It’s cucumber season folks! Get them down your juicer in all their watery alkalising wonder-full-ness. Add in celery stalks, a couple of apples, green leaves (any or all of the following: kale, parsley, chard, lettuce), a slice of lime and a knob of ginger. Now sip your way to health! Juicing makes nutrients readily available […]
Green Smoothie Goodness
I could have titled this ‘Green Smoothie Goddess’ as I’m rapidly turning into one! Now part of my daily routine, I’m actually craving them and try to have two a day. My fridge is stocked with extra lettuce and beetroot leaves that I wash, dry and bag ready for use. The garden provides spinach, chard, […]
How to make brazil nut milk
Nut milks made at home are a fantastic alternative to store-bought equivalents. Great for smoothies, breakfasts, into your favourite hot drink and just excellent for baking. Also nut milks do not contain lactose which many people cannot tolerate. With a little experimentation you’ll find the perfect taste balance so you can make your own nut […]