The Food Doctor have a range of nutritional bars that fit in perfectly with a low carb, or Atkins, lifestyle. On a low carb diet, the aim is to keep your carb intake
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The Food Doctor have recently upgraded the packaging of their tasty ‘Grains & Goodness Pitta’ making the appearance of them as appealing as the taste! I’ve
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Method
1. Begin by heating a pan on a medium heat. Add a drizzle of oil and then crumble the block on tofu into the
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1. Establish a new routine
Wake up at around the same time each weekday, start work, have proper breaks, do your chores at a certain time each day and have a regular
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Method
1. Preheat oven to 180c and line two baking trays.
2. Heat a pan on a medium heat and add a drizzle of oil
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1. Grate the carrot, slice the cucumber, radishes and celery
2. Mix together the salad, grated carrot, sliced
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1. Preheat oven to 180c. In a bowl combine the rinsed chickpeas with paprika, cumin and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Scatter them
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In a food processor add all of the ingredients and blend. You want some chickpea chunks left in so don't over blend!
If
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1. Preheat oven to 180c and line a baking tray.
2. Add the sweet potato chunks to the tray, drizzle with some oil and place in
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The Mediterranean Diet and why we like it
At the Food Doctor, we’re into facts not fads.
Unlike many diet plans, there are no rules or
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Where’s it coming from?
You might think you don’t use anywhere near that much salt at the table or in your home cooking. That’s probably true. Almost 80% of the
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At The Food Doctor, we like to keep up-to-date with all initiatives that are going on in the world of nutrition and so it was a privilege for the team to be invited to
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This starchy bright orange veg is higher in carbs than vegetables like leafy greens but they make a nutritious alternative to potatoes, and unlike potatoes,
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There is enough scientific evidence to convince us that eating more fruit and veg is protective against many diseases, as well as helping our overall well-being and
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What’s free?
Sounds counter-intuitive that free sugars are the ones that we shouldn’t be eating freely at all! But the free word refers to the way the sugar is
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Simply cutting out meat and dairy without considering where your protein’s going to come from could reduce the variety of foods you’re eating - and that can make you
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Whether you follow a vegan diet or enjoy your meat and two veg, no doubt you’ve been exposed to news about the benefits of a plant-based diet.
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12 Buffet Ideas
Tiger prawns with fresh lemon or yogurt dressing
Vegetable crudités with roasted peppers and tzatziki dip
Grilled chicken breast strips
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12 Foods of Christmas
Smoked salmon - This tasty treat is a good source of protein and health promoting omega-3 fatty acids. Try these 3 ways to enjoy
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Methods
Preheat oven to 180c and line two baking trays with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl combine the maple syrup,
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Cut the red onion in half and cut them into strips
Half the cherry tomatoes
Remove the coriander from it's stalks
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Methods
Stir-fry small florets of broccoli in a little rapeseed oil.
Add a dash of oyster sauce (use soy for vegan option) and
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What’s in it?
Broccoli is a source of fibre. We should aim for 30g of fibre a day and you get 3-4grams from a portion.
A rich source of vitamin C, which
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Methods
Preheat oven to 180C/350 F and scatter the new potatoes, red onion chunks, parsnips and carrots on a couple of baking trays.
In a small bowl
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This starchy bright orange veg is higher in carbs than vegetables like leafy greens but they make a nutritious alternative to potatoes, and unlike
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What’s in it?
Naturally rich in vitamin A in the form of beta carotene, which is needed for normal functioning of the immune system
A source of vitamin C, a
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Beetroot is thought to be one of the most environmentally friendly crops, as it often grows well without pesticides. Its texture and versatility mean
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Methods
Preheat oven to 180C/350F
Place layers of thinly sliced beetroot, carrots and red onion onto a greased baking
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What’s in it?
A source of folate which contributes to normal functioning of the immune system
A source of the B vitamin biotin, helping to maintain normal
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Seasonal ingredients are often more nutritious, they tend to taste better as it’s the time of year when food is at its best, and they typically cost less. Many of them
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We love these warmed pittas, spread with a generous spoonful of hummus and topped with lightly spiced falafels, packed with fresh herbs.
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Methods
1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over a medium heat, once hot add the chopped onion and garlic and fry for 3-4
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1. Put tikka paste, yogurt, tomato paste, oil and chilli in a bowl and mix well
2. Stir in the chicken and leave to
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1.Preheat oven to 180°C/350°F and add the butternut squash cubes to a baking tray. Season
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1. Adjust oven rack to lower-middle position and preheat oven to 180°C fan.
2. Heat about 1 tablespoon of olive oil in
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1. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Combine the olive oil, celeriac, parsnips, onion and garlic in a bowl and mix well. Transfer to a
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1. Drizzle corn with oil and season with salt and pepper. You can either grill it on the barbecue or alternatively wrap each
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Edamame beans are by far our favourite bean, we love them in salads, stir-fries, made into dips or simply eaten in their pods with a pinch of salt.
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Nothing tastes more like summer than sinking your teeth into a juicy nectarine. They’re a good source of gut friendly fibre and contain vitamin C (immune boosting), A
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Aubergines have a delicious smoky flavour and when cooked they transform from rubbery and dry, to indulgent and soft, with an almost meaty texture. To get the most out
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The asparagus season in the UK is only short from early May to July. These vibrant green spears have a delicate flavour and are a delicious accompaniment to a meal.
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Courgettes are versatile, tender and super easy to cook, and are at their best in the UK from June to September. They contain immune boosting vitamin C, as well as
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This recipe is taken from Harley street nutritionist, Rhiannon Lamberts, new book; Renourish: A Simple Way to Eat Well. Rhiannon helps you discover the foundations for a
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Methods
1. Heat the oven to 180C fan. Wash the sweet potatoes and chop them into chunky wedges. Lay them
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1. Break the little gem lettuce into individual leaves, removing the outer ones, and give them a good rinse.
2. Combine
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1. Add all of the ingredients to a high speed blender and blend on high for approximately 45 seconds until creamy and
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1. Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat. Add the onion (saving ¼ for the
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1. Add all of the ingredients to a high speed blender and blend on high until smooth or for 30
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1. Start with making your salad. Heat a griddle pan and when really hot place on the courgette rounds in a single layer. Grill on
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Beetroot, horseradish and feta
This colourful dip will definitely brighten up your picnic. Beetroot is an excellent source of the B
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Pancakes aren't just for Pancake Day, we make them for breakfast, brunch, and if we're feeling a bit lazy, for dinner too! They're so versatile, you can top them with a
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Inviting friends and family over this Christmas? We’ve got some easy and delicious vegetarian and vegan nibble ideas that'll have your guests coming back for
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The humble apple comes in all sorts of flavours, colours and textures including sweet, crunchy, sharp, soft-fleshed, red, yellow and green. They are at their best from
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Methods
1. In a large shallow bowl beat together the eggs, milk, cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla extract.
2.
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One of the best ways to ensure you’re eating healthy at work and to save money is to take a packed lunch to work with you. Preparing your lunch the night before means
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Flavours
- sliced banana, walnuts and peanut butter
- grated apple, raisins and cinnamon
- 70% dark chocolate shavings, pecans and almond
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Toppings
Garlic mushrooms and tenderstem broccoli (vegan)
Roasted vegetables (red onion, aubergine, courgette, peppers)(vegan)
Goats
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Methods
1. First make the marinade for the fish by heating your oil in a pan and frying the ginger, garlic, and spices for a minute or
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1. Start by making your pickle, but unlike many other pickles that improve with a little time don’t do this the day before as the
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1. To make the pesto, add all the ingredients to a food processor and whizz until smooth. If you have time then it’s worth pan
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SPICED TURKEY, SWEET POTATO & POMEGRANATE SALAD
After an indulgent Christmas, this salad is light and refreshing, and packed full of
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Methods
1. Start by marinating the fish – preferably you want this to go in the fridge a few hours before you want to cook, but even half
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If you’ve ever been told to avoid beige foods then cauliflower is an exception. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant nutrients, and
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1. Preheat the oven to 200C/180C fan. To prepare the new potatoes, give them a good wash and cut in half. Lay them out on a baking
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1. Begin by preparing the tofu. Wrap the tofu in kitchen roll, this helps to remove any excess moisture. Lay a plate over the tofu
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1. Preheat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6.
2. In a large roasting tray, add the chunks of sweet potato, peppers and
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1. Make your dressing by placing all your ingredients in a bowl and whisking to combine. Leave in the fridge until ready to
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1. Preheat the oven to 200C/180C fan.
2. Cut the courgettes in half lengthways, and use a spoon to scoop out the
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1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees (optional, if cooking the fishcakes in the oven instead of
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1. In a small bowl mix the flaxseeds with the water and leave to set onto one side for 10 minutes. It should become quite thick and
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1. Place the rice noodles in a bowl and cover them with boiling water and let sit for 5-10 minutes until they become soft while you
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This recipe is taken from Harley street nutritionist, Rhiannon Lamberts, new book; Renourish: A Simple Way to Eat Well. Rhiannon helps you discover the foundations for a
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Methods
1. In a large mixing bowl, add the oats, chunks of dark chocolate, peanuts (these need to be chopped small otherwise the mix will
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1. Heat up a teaspoon of coconut oil in a large pan. Add the minced garlic, chilli flakes and smoked paprika. Cook the garlic on a
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1. Start by making the chilli:
Heat up a tablespoon of coconut oil in a large pan. Add in the finely chopped carrot, celery and
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1. Preheat the oven to 180°C.
2. Start by making the nut roast. Mix the milled flaxseed in a small bowl and leave to
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Throw all of the ingredients into a high-speed blender such as a Nutribullet and blend for 30 seconds until smooth and creamy.
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1. If using wooden skewers, place them in a large dish and cover with cold water, this will stop them burning.
2. Cut
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Nothing smells more like summer than ripe tomatoes and fresh basil. Whether they’re fresh, tinned, dried or made into passata, they’re the all-time kitchen
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Methods
1. Preheat the oven to 180C and grease an 8x8 baking tin.
2. In a large mixing bowl, add the oats, then stir through
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1. Start by making your meatballs. Wash and pat dry your greens using kitchen paper. Pulse in batches in a food processor - or you
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1. Pre-heat your oven to 200°C/180°C fan.
2. Deseed the butternut squash and slice into wedges (feel free
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Peppers are one of our favourite veggies as you can add them to lots of different dishes and they pair well with a variety of flavours. They do much more than add colour
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The humble apple comes in all sorts of flavours, colours and textures including sweet, crunchy, sharp, soft-fleshed, red, yellow and green. They are at their best from
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Methods
1. Heat the oil in a deep casserole dish or clay pot if you have one. Add the chopped onion and fry for 8 minutes or until
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1. Start by making your plum jam, which you can make in advance and keep in the fridge for a week or so, until you need
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Methods
1. Preheat the oven to 200C/180C fan.
2. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and spread out the almonds. Roast them
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Toppings
Chia Seeds
Mango
Blueberries
The Food Doctor Raw Power Mix
Methods
1. Add all of the ingredients to a high
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1. Preheat the oven to 180C.
2. To speed up cooking I like to pre-cook some of the vegetables. Peel the butternut
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1. Preheat the oven to 180C.
2. Peel the beetroot and grate it into a bowl. We would recommend using disposable gloves
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1. Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan (ideally one that has a lid) on a medium to high heat. Add the onions and cook until
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1. To start the parmigiana preheat the grill to on high and put a large tray on a shelf close to the heat. Top the ends off the
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1. Preheat your oven to 170° C fan. Mix together the flours, baking soda and salt.
2. Add the buttermilk, grated
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1. Preheat the oven to 200C/180C/fan/gas 6, and grease and line a loaf tin with baking parchment.
2. In a bowl, combine
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1. Preheat the oven to 180C.
2. Add the fruit to the bottom of your crumble dish. If using strawberries, cut them in
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1. Preheat the oven to 200C/180C fan.
2. Add the couscous to a medium sized bowl and pour in just enough boiling water
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1. Begin by making the pistachio crumb to coat the balls. Add 50g of pistachios to a food processor and blend until a crumb forms
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1. Preheat the oven to 180C.
2. Top and tail the aubergines, and cut in half lengthwise. Place them flesh side up on a
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1. Start by making the broth. Place a large pot on a medium heat and add the onions, garlic, ginger, star anise, cinnamon stick,
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Cool down with our delicious homemade ice lollies. We’ve combined the tropical flavours of mango and coconut, with a dash of lime. These are super
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Cool down with our delicious homemade ice lollies. We’ve combined the tropical flavours of mango and coconut, with a dash of lime. These are super
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