The glycaemic index (GI) tells us whether a food raises blood glucose levels quickly, moderately or slowly. Different carbohydrates are digested and absorbed at different rates, and GI is a ranking of how quickly each carbohydrate-based food and drink makes blood glucose levels rise after eating them. Therefore, particularly useful if you are diabetic and need to have manage your blood sugar levels carefully. Glycaemic Index (GI) GI is a measure of the effects of a foods carb

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This pate makes a great starter or snack and is ready in under 5 minutes. A portion of sardines (1 tin) on average will provide you with 44% of your vitamin d, 35% of your calcium and 61% of your omega 3 fatty acids, based on daily recommended intakes. Ingredients (2 servings) 120g for tinned sardines or smoked mackerel 3-4 tablespoons of plain Greek yogurt ½ lemon squeezed Method Blend sardines or mackerel with yogurt, lemon juice and season well with pepper. Delicious serve

Do you know how much salt you are consuming? Salt awareness week is upon us, so there is no better time to think about how much salt you are consuming. Government recommendations state we should have no more than 6g of salt (equivalent to 1 teaspoon) from our diet on a daily basis. A diet containing too much salt is a contributing factor in causing high blood pressure, linked to many health problems including heart disease and stroke. It is estimated that 75% of the salt we c

There is definitely a lack of sunshine in London at the moment. Have you thought about whether or not you are getting enough vitamin D? Studies suggest that more than 50% of adults in the UK have insufficient levels of vitamin D. It is difficult to get enough vitamin D from sunlight, particularly during the winter months (Oct-May). But what role does vitamin D play in our bodies? And what dietary factors can we consider to naturally increase our vitamin D levels? What is vita