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Salad of Puy Lentils, Red Onion & Watercress
A colourful display of fresh ingredients makes this lovely seasonal salad. Since discovering a watercress farm not too far from the Wholefood Harmony Kitchen, I have put together this glorious recipe. How does watercress grow you may be wondering... well, on water of course! The lime juice brings out a vibrant red colour to the red onions, and coupled with the fresh green and tasty puy lentils, makes an ideal salad for this time of year. The dish was ...
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How does food waste affect health? My contribution in Parliament
This afternoon I had the pleasure of joining a round table discussion in Parliament. I journeyed through the ornate chambers of Parliament lined with figures of former leaders and stained glass splendour. Food waste was the topic. The Fabian Society launched their report to debate our collective responsibility on food waste. Supermarkets must be the most visible offenders. The tale of bread crust waste in factories emerged, such ...
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Lemon Scented Quinoa Salad
A lovely fresh, zesty recipe ideal for sunny weather. Serves 4 Ingredients: 250g quinoa 500ml water Zest and juice of one lemon 1 tblsp shoyu or tamari soy sauce 4 radishes finely cut Handful sunflower seeds Pinch sea salt 2 spring onions finely cut 8 mint leaves finely cut Preparation: Rinse the quinoa in a fine mesh sieve. Place the quinoa, water, lemon juice and shoyu in ...
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Spring Cleanse
Three of my favourite tips to facilitate your delicious cleanse this season. Vegetable Heaven Go for as many servings of vegetables as you can. Green vegetables and sea vegetables are ideal for cleansing. They are abundant in antioxidants and phytonutrients? Their fresh, nutrient rich quality will flush away any accumulation from your body. Souper Soups Broth like soups are perfect as part of your detoxifying menu. ...
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Amico Bio: Green Thinking, Better Living
Amico Bio is my favourite vegetarian, organic, Italian restaurant in London. Infact it's the only one! Now alongside their beautiful Italian menu, they are also serving tea... Enjoy the Tradition of Afternoon Tea at Amico Bio One of the greatest pleasures in life is taking time out for afternoon tea. Chef Pasquale Amico has been working hard on a thoughtful afternoon tea ...
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Pancake Day!
These pancakes are just fabulous - they are dairy and sugar free, (of course!) so suitable for those wanting a yummy, healthy pancake and for those with dietary sensitivities. Buckwheat Pancakes Quarter cup buckwheat flour 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour 1 and a half tbs sunflower oil 1 cup rice milk Quarter tsp sea salt 2 tsp baking powder Combine the dry ingredients in a bowl. Put the rice milk in a ...
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Energise Your Eating…
... at Marylebone Library's Open Day this Saturday 18th February. 1.00pm: Energise Your Eating Find out how to energise your eating and discover pure food which will expand your health. In this inspirational session you will: Anna Freedman ...
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Wholefood Harmony on Radio 4
Anna Freedman from Wholefood Harmony discusses Super Foods on Radio 4, Gardeners' Question Time. Anna talks about Super Foods at the Amico Bio Restaurant in London. Also on the panel are Bob Flowerdew, organic gardener and radio and televsision presenter, and Dr Geoffrey Webb, nutrition writer and consultant from the University of East London. Hear about: Tune in Friday 3rd February at 3pm and Sunday 5th ...
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Retreat Days
I was talking about natural food and health at a snowy retreat venue in Bicester over the weekend. Yoga, Tai Chi, Massage and Style Consultations were also on the menu of the day. I advised on the wonderful three course lunch, beautifully balanced and fit for the season! More information about the Retreat Days and next dates are available here www.thetaichiroom.co.uk
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Recipe For A Healthy New Year
Four essential ingredients to detox and cleanse your system and make a healthy start to 2012. 1. Dine Regularly Eat routine meals at a similar time each day and try to avoid snacking between meals. Eating regular meals is crucial to prevent becoming very hungry suddenly and grabbing quick processed snacks and sugar fixes. 2. Protect Your Sleep Strive to eat at least three hours before going to bed. Sleep ...
