Fibre is an important aspect to our daily diet and ensuring we consume enough fibre is essential to our well being. Fibre could help to reduce constipation and improve the functioning of the digestive system, whilst keeping you fuller for longer. Whole foods include fresh fruits, fresh vegetables, dried fruits, lentils, beans and pulses and whole grain products. They are all high in … [Read more...]
What are superfoods?
Superfoods are foods that are thought to be rich in nutrients and exceptionally good for our bodies. They mostly consist of plant based foods with the exception of some fish and dairy products. According to scientists, there is no set criteria to determine whether a food can be considered a superfood and claims that it is a marketing tactic to help boost sales. With that being said, there is no … [Read more...]
What are long peppers?
You may have recently heard of long pepper but what is it? Long peppers are fantastic flavonoids taken from a flowering vine, and can also be referred to as Indian long pepper, Pipli and the latin name Piperita Longum. The climbing plant originates from India and South Asia, however now they can be found and grown in Indonesia. Once extracted from the plant, long peppers are then taken, dried … [Read more...]