Positive thinking or a positive outlook. Is there a difference?
Positive thinking. Put on a brave face. Stiff upper lip. It can’t be that bad. Positive outlook. There are times when I feel pain, distress, sad. That’s ok because I know these feelings will pass and I can then do things that make me feel better. After the rain comes...
Buckwheat and almond pancakes
A nourishing way to start to the day. These pancakes are fairly fast to make especially if you make the batter in advance. This will keep for several days in the fridge. Use a small frying pan - mine is from Berghoff and has an excellent non-stick surface (non PFOA)...
Courgette fritters
At our last workshop, the catering provided by Rachel Craft of www.rachelssweetkitchen.com went down a storm. You can see the spread in the photo above. In particular these courgette fritters were a hot favourite, and they are totally delicious even though they are...
Broccoli guacamole with flax crackers
This is a great combo for a snack or a light lunch, if you're in a hurry. The crackers keep for several weeks in an airtight container. The guacamole is best made fresh; it is a powerful way to pack a couple of vegetable portions into your day. Guacamole - serves 2...
The Willow – a new concept in nutritional dining and community
Food habits are learnt through the generations from our parents and grandparents. The modern travesty is that, for a blip in time, many of us have lost the connection with preparing and cooking fresh foods, and the health of the nation is paying a price. The Willow is...
Bircher muesli
This was a big hit breakfast on retreat - served with fresh fruit salad and kefir. A second big bowl was in demand later in the day for an afternoon snack! Best prepared the night before, or allow at least 15 minutes to allow the ingredients to soak together before...
10 good reasons to go on retreat
Private GP appointments – a good idea or not?
Controversy has sparked today at the announcement of an ‘uber style app’ enabling people to search and select a GP appointment, for a fee. Thus far it is piloting in North London, with National coverage expected by 2018. I jumped onto the website Doctaly, added my...
Can Alzheimer’s be reversed?
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is something that most of us over a certain age fear at some level. Loss of mental capacity can render us unable to care for ourselves and at risk of harm – it has the potential to steal our independence and our personality. The currently held...
Around the World in Salads – 120 ways to love your leaves
Now I have a lot of cookery books, but this one, by Katie & Giancarlo Caldesi, is really fabulous. Salads are such a great way to increase your vegetable intake in a colourful and delicious way. They can be quick to prepare and easy to transport, making them a...