True Health magazine

Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in your blood and although it is often associated with being bad or unhealthy, it is actually needed for many bodily functions and to build healthy cells. Nutritionist Dr. Marilyn Glenville explains: “Your body needs cholesterol, that’s why it produces it. Your liver actually produces 80 percent of the cholesterol in your body, only 20 percent comes from your food. Cholesterol is present in all your cell membranes; your body uses it to make…

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By nutritional therapist Christine Bailey A colourful salad that is robust enough to last in the fridge for a few days. Delicious served with the jerk veggie burgers. Ingredients ½ red cabbage, finely sliced 1 red pepper, thinly sliced 2 carrots, grated 2 tbsp freshly chopped flat leaf parsley 1 apple, sliced or grated 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar 2 tbsp light olive oil 1 tsp dijon mustard ½ lemon, juiced Sea salt Black pepper 50g walnuts, roughly chopped Method…

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By nutritional therapist Christine Bailey These vegetarian burgers are wonderfully fragrant and a great way to get including more vegetarian options in family meal times. Makes 4 large burgers Ingredients for jerk paste 2 spring onions, chopped 1cm piece of fresh ginger, chopped 3 garlic cloves, chopped ½ a small onion, chopped 1 tbsp lime juice 2 tbsp tamari soy sauce 2 tbsp olive oil ½ tsp dried thyme 1 tsp caster sugar 1 tsp ground allspice  Ingredients for the…

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Dreaming of a good night’s sleep? Here’s 10 tips to alleviate stress and help you relax so you finally get a restful slumber Stressed or anxious, finding it hard to get that much-needed beauty sleep? According to the latest research, more than half the UK population has struggled with sleep during lockdown. Top psychotherapist, Mark Newey, explains why and offers his top 10 tips to a better night’s sleep. Lockdown has been stressful, especially if you have money worries; anxiety…

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By nutritional therapist Christine Bailey A great option cold for lunch, speedy supper or lazy weekend brunch. This dish packs in plenty of energising iron and magnesium-rich spinach to keep energy levels high. serves 4 Ingredients 1 tsp olive oil 1 small onion, diced 4 slices bacon, chopped ½ red pepper, chopped 100g baby spinach leaves 8 eggs Sea salt Black pepper Method Preheat the grill to high. Whisk the eggs in a bowl and season. Heat the oil in…

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Forgetfulness, brain fog and frequent tiredness could all be signs of a deficiency in B-vitamins How often have you walked into a room and forgotten what you went in there for? ‘Brain fog’ may not be a medical condition, but it is often used to describe when we are suffering from reduced cognitive function, a lack of concentration, or memory loss. Forgetfulness, ‘brain fog’ and frequent tiredness could all be signs of a deficiency in B-vitamins. In fact, they are…

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By nutritional therapist Christine Bailey A sensational low sugar muffin full of slow releasing carbohydrates, nuts, and seeds. Perfect as a healthy option for breakfast but equally delicious as healthy snack or packed lunch option. Make these gluten free by substituting the flour for gluten free flour. Using frozen blueberries creates a colder batter but fresh blueberries can also be used. Makes 8 large muffins Ingredients 150g wholemeal self-raising flour or gluten free flour 2 tsp baking powder Pinch of…

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If the coronavirus pandemic has left you feeling stressed, anxious or worried, there are a number of supplements that can help. Medical nutritionist Dr Sarah Brewer reveals all…   The last few months have been a turmoil of worry for many people, due to lockdown, isolation from family and friends, fear of the coronavirus pandemic, and grief. If you are feeling stressed or anxious as we adjust to our new ‘normal’ situation, a number of supplements can help. CBD CBD…

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By nutritional therapist Christine Bailey A fabulous vegan dessert based on the traditional favourite banoffee pie but much healthier. Probiotic rich foods like yoghurt and kefir provide beneficial bacteria that aid digestive health, while bananas are a prebiotic supporting gut microbiome diversity. Serves 4-6 Ingredients for chocolate crumb layer 60g pecans 2 tbsp raw cacao powder 100g gluten free oats 30g goji berries or other dried berries For banana caramel layer 2 ripe bananas 100g almond nut butter 1 tbsp…

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