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If you are a vegetarian, and love fajitas then this recipe is just for you! Halloumi cheese is used as a replacement to meat with sweet peppers and onions, seasoned and then roasted on a tray in the oven. Its super simple and ready in just 20 minutes.

In the high Andes of Peru the summer maca harvest is now underway. The plant they are pulling from the ground looks like a small turnip and is in the same botanical family. It grows at altitudes of over 11,000 feet, thriving in conditions of biting cold, intense sunlight and icy winds.

In 2019 a quarter of a million people from around the globe took the Veganuary pledge to try a month of veganism and almost half of them say they will stay vegan. So, it seems certain that the opening of not just a new year, but the new 2020s decade will make a truly major impact on the plant-based eating boom in the UK.

Since 2014, Veganuary has been inspiring meat-eaters to give veganism a go. With the hope that it’ll educate people of the benefits of leading a plant-powered lifestyle, the challenge has grown in popularity since it began. With even more foods, products and supplements available to help make the change, it’s easier than ever.

Whether you’re taking part in Veganuary or have been living a life powered by plants for a while, it’s handy to know which supplements and minerals can offer you some extra support. Although some people think a vegan lifestyle meets all the daily nutritional requirements, you may find that there are some crucial things lacking in a vegan diet, and begin to wonder what vitamins and supplements should a vegan take.

Just a few years ago chia was a strange South American “superfood”. Now these little seeds are part of everyday living across the nation. And no wonder. A tablespoon of chia (around 10g) has 3g of fibre, 1.5g of protein, 1.78g of Omega 3 fat, all the essential amino acids and a very impressive array of minerals.

A festive favourite with a twist! Try this healthy seasonal recipe for mini Christmas pudding balls. The recipe consists of a selection of mixed fruit and nuts flavoured with the spices of Christmas in a protein ball topped with cashew cream.

Maca, is a root that grows in the Andes Mountains of Peru at an elevation of 3800 – 4400m (12500 – 14400ft) above sea level. The colour varies considerably; from white, to yellow, red, purple and black, has been eaten for hundreds of years, and it is mainly grown for its nutritional and health benefits.