Can The Gut Microbiome Affect a Child’s Temperament?
All kids can be moody at times, and childhood meltdowns can be very real and gruelling for everyone. However, some kids find it much easier…
Gooey Raspberry Bites
Heavenly chocolate bites of goodness with a gooey raspberry and almond butter centre. A divine combination of dates, almond butter, raspberries and chocolate, they are…
Seeded Granola with Rhubarb & Blood Orange Compote
This granola recipe is a comforting and delicious breakfast to cheer up your morning. Home-made granola is super quick and easy to make, and this…
Ukrainian Borscht Soup
My heart aches for the people of Ukraine who are going through such a horrendous time at the moment. I can’t even compute what this…
Five Chicken Pox Tips
Chicken Pox always seems to be doing the rounds. Thankfully, it’s one of the mildest childhood diseases and it is thought to be beneficial in…
Celeriac & Cabbage Winter Slaw
A wonderful way to eat up your winter veggies, paired with delicious pomegranate and cranberry with lots of vibrant fresh herbs and zingy lemon. A…
Sage & Nutmeg Chicken Bake
A creamy and nourishing chicken recipe, with an Italian twist. A perfect family meal or to share with friends. Serve with steamed green veg and…
Is Attention Deficit the New Normal?
Is it just me observing a rise in numbers, or are many more kids and teens being diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD/AD(h)D) these days?…
Love Heart Tarts
This delicious no-bake pudding is hard to resist, and easy for the kids to make mummy and daddy for Valentine’s Day or just something quick…
How To Swallow Capsules and Tablets
When you can swallow capsules, tablets and pills, it’s a skill for life! It helps you to help take medications and food supplements easily without…
Liz Earle Wellbeing Podcast – Friday Five Immunopsychiatry
This week, I had a catch-up with Liz Earle or her Friday Five Podcast! Has your child or teen (or even yourself!) developed anxiety, tics,…
Apple & Prune Honey Cake
This simple yet delicious cake is perfect for any occasion. Healthy enough to have as an after-school treat but fancy enough to serve guests for…
Zinc – The Mighty Mineral For Learning, Brain Development and Mood
Our body uses zinc to do many amazing things and zinc is one of the most important minerals that every parent of a child with…
Miso Salmon Poke Bowl
Everyone loves a poke bowl (pronounced “pokey”) and I have made this with omega-3 rich miso salmon, yummy fresh veggies and edamame! Better than a…
The ten best ways to beat Acne & Pimples
Not many people get through their teens without spots and pimple outbreaks, and this is really quite normal. However, when we suffer from prolonged periods…
Mixed Bean Chilli Tostadas
This yummy beany veggie chilli is a great crowd pleaser and makes perfect meal to share with friends and family. A tostada is traditionally a…
Cheeky Monkey Chocolate Smoothie
A naturally sweet and creamy chocolate smoothie sweetened with dates, banana and vanilla. This is yummy slurped through a straw at breakfast, mid-morning or after…
How much Vitamin D do I need?
Vitamins D is vital for maintaining good health. It is possible to get all you need from sunshine and good food. But because we get…
Baked Passionfruit & Raspberry Oats
Passionfruit and raspberries combined are totally delicious and are even better (and less messy!) when baked with oats. Here is a delicious, warming and healthy…
Almond Pesto Broccoli Salad
This salad is probably the most addictive thing I’ve made in a long time and oh how I need it after the Christmas feasting! Big…