Chia is an annual flowering plant in the mint family native to Mexico and Guatemala. For centuries it was an important food source for the Aztecs but after invasion by the Spanish it mysteriously disappeared from farmers fields.
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- December 10, 2018
Stain Glass Window Cake
Read moreYou will never have tasted a Christmas cake quite like this one. You will certainly never have cooked a quicker or a smaller one. But it does have many of the traditional ingredients and in the case of the nuts, it has loads of them.
- December 10, 2018
Your Top Foods of 2018
Read moreWhat were the foods that gave the last year its special flavour? Based on your choices at Grape Tree this is our chart of your plant-based top ten. With a few reasons why, you might have bought them.
- December 10, 2018
A Feast for The Eyes
Read moreCan What We Eat Protect How We See? It is now accepted that a healthy diet, including those five a day, is an important part of looking after our eyes and protecting them against problems including cataracts, cloudy areas in the lens of the eye, and AMD, age-related macular degeneration.
- December 3, 2018
Ten Things You Should Know About Sunflower Seeds
Read moreSunflower seeds are a storehouse of vitamins and minerals? A handful, around 35g or just over an ounce, contains over 80 per cent of your daily requirement for Vitamin E, 70 per cent of your copper need.
- October 12, 2018
Mini Key Lime Pies
A traditional key lime pie is made with dairy, gluten and refined sugar which means it isn't always suitable for those either choosing to be a little healthier or following a free-from diet, but that's where this recipe comes in to save the day! These mini Key Lime Pies are the perfect twist on the classic - they're zesty and sweet, creamy and rich as well as having the most delicious crust, beautifully smooth lime filling and wonderful whipped coconut cream topping.
Read more - September 20, 2018
The Brain Boosters; Can these foods protect our mental health?
We all know that following a healthy diet is a must to protect our bodies and in particular our hearts. But what about the brain? Read more - September 17, 2018
Pumpkin & Sunflower Seed Wholemeal Spelt Loaf
Spelt is a good source of dietary fibre, protein, vitamins and minerals. The spelt grain is also water soluble, which makes it easier to digest than your standard plain flour. It also has mild and slightly sweet, nutty flavour Read more - September 11, 2018
Butternut Squash, Seeds & Cranberry Salad
Read moreA delicious, healthy and nutritious combination of rice, buckwheat, amaranth, red quinoa and linseeds, a great source of fibre, protein and is low in fat, sugar and salt.
- August 20, 2018
The F-Word That Can Be A Life Saver
Read moreThe trouble with fibre is that it sounds so dull. It has all the glamour and excitement of packaging material. And is usually only spoken about in connection with bowel movements. But the truth is that dietary fibre can be a lifesaver.
- July 2, 2018
Nutty Pistachio & Cranberry Bars
Read moreIf you're looking for a quick on-the-go, healthy breakfast recipe or satisfying mid-morning snack then you've come to the right place! These delicious nutty pistachio & cranberry oat bars make a perfect grab and go breakfast.
