Flaxseed oil is the nutritional oil that comes from the plant Linum usitatissimum. Flaxseed oil contains the essential omega-3 fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid. It is known for its anti-inflammatory properties and can be useful in easing the symptoms of arthritis. It is also linked to the reduction of incidents of auto-immune disease such as multiple […]
Jackfruit – What it is and What You Can Do with It
The jackfruit plant is said to have originated in India, but it is also found in abundance in southeast Asia, the East Indies, Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia. When eaten ripe and raw, which is generally how it is consumed in its countries of origin, a jackfruit has a sweet taste, similar to that of a […]
What to Do With Walnuts – Make Some Bread
When Bec at Go Vita Tenterfield told me she thought that walnuts would be our ingredient of the month I did a little happy dance. I am such a big fan of nuts as they have multiple health benefits and they are little powerhouses of good fats, fibre, antioxidants and nutrients. I am also […]
Try Something New With Maqui Powder
The ingredient that Bec chose for me this month was Maqui powder from the super berry Maqui. Maqui is known as a superfood being a bit of a powerhouse when it comes to nutritional benefits. I love the colour of Maqui powder and thought it would be a perfect ingredient for a little tart with […]
Proganics Chocolate and Peanut Butter Slice
I have never used protein powders before looking at recipes for Rebecca at Tenterfield Health. So this is another ingredient that is new for me. Protein powders have all sorts of health benefits which include weight management, adding extra nutrition to your diet, muscle growth and aiding recovery after exercise. Nutrition Calories 4201 cal Fat […]
Golden Latte Mix – What can I do with That?
Sometimes when Bec gives me an ingredient I think two things: “Good Lord, I have never heard of this?” and, “this should be fun!” When she gave me the Golden Latte mix I was a little scared! But I thought it was a good chance to explore the magical world of turmeric which has been […]
