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If you've read the blog post on Organic Food for Sustainability you will be aware that there is no doubt that growing food organically, without the use of pesticides, fungicides and artificial fertilisers, is more sustainable for the planet. Evidence shows that eating a largely organic diet reduces exposure to toxic pesticides and herbicides (1). ...

Over the last few decades research into whether organic foods are higher in nutrients than conventionally grown foods has shown mixed results. However, more recently the evidence seems to be stacked in favour of organic foods being higher in antioxidants, some vitamins and minerals and omega 3 fats. 6 Reasons to Buy Organic Research finds ...

Evidence from the World Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) indicates that if current practices and trends persist the negative consequences of agriculture on the environment will continue to increase dramatically over the next 30 years and beyond. The results of a study into the possibility of feeding the human population with a global ...

Goodbye to Calorie Counting This month's blog posts will examine the calorie. We'll examine why and how it became the touchstone for measuring food intake and the main focus of the diet industry and government policies on health and obesity.  In 19 Reasons Why Calorie Counting Doesn't Work we'll look at the problems with this system and in Not ...

It may be true that eating a lot more calories than you can burn off will most likely lead to weight gain and eating a lot fewer than you burn off will lead to weight loss. However, there are many other variables to consider. Here are a few problems with the calorie counting method of weight control: 1. The calorie content of food is hard to ...

Quantifying calories is still the principle target for intervention in preventing or treating obesity and related diseases. This thinking assumes that all calories have the same effects on weight, regardless of their source. However, it isn't as simple as that. Fats, Protein and Carbohydrates – Different Functions, Different Effects Calories ...

If you've read the blog posts on 10 Signs You Need to Detox and Top Tips for Successful Detoxing you'll be keen to get started. Here you'll find some ideas for what to eat during your detox day or days. Your food intake during this detox is largely based on fruit and vegetables as these are the least challenging foods. They also supply an ...

If you've read the blog post on 10 Signs You Need to Detox you may feel that you could benefit from a cleanse. Now you need to gen up on how to go about it and that's what we'll explore here. Detoxing can be done on many different levels and for different lengths of time. Even if you are doing just a one day cleanse there are a few things that ...

The word ‘detox’ is rather over-used and perhaps a little misunderstood. Our bodies are constantly working to free us from toxins and unwanted matter using its systems of detoxification. However, for thousands of years people across many cultures and religions have recognised that periods of fasting or limiting food intake can improve ...

If you've read the blog posts on 18 Ways to Reduce Food Waste and Don't Waste Away - The Problems With Food Waste you'll understand the importance of reducing the amount of food we throw away. Below are some ideas for how to store and cook foods to prolong their life. And keep reading for ideas on how to store and use up bread. You'll never throw ...