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The Health Alchemy Archives
Real. Achievable. Sustainable.
Everything I do and say, (and I practice what I preach... 95% of the time!) is about making achievable, realistic changes, that can become an effortless part of your routine. It is about deciding, and then striking, that balance between the goals you want to achieve, why you want to achieve them ( in other words, what's in it for you!), and what you can realistically manage. There's no doubt - change doesn't happen without... making changes! But I want you to make changes that work for you.


Sugar-Free Snack Ideas
When we talk about “sugar-free,” it’s helpful to distinguish between foods that contain no sugars at all and those that contain naturally occurring sugars (like fruit), balanced with fibre, protein, and healthy fats to support blood sugar stability.
If you’re looking for simple, satisfying options to support stable energy and reduce sugar cravings, here are 10 nourishing snack ideas, divided into the two categories.
Sep 102 min read


Omega 3 Paté
Omega 3 fats are amazing for brain health, plus sardines are a great source of iodine too which is great for the thyroid and metabolism. Yet alone they aren’t often a popular choice... Paired with some anti-inflammatory turmeric and fresh lemon juice, I really hope this pate will completely change your mind!
Jul 71 min read


Papaya, Red Pepper & Herb Summer Salad
The combination of sweet papaya, crisp pepper, sharp red onion and the fresh coriander-mint pairing makes a vibrant accompaniment to grilled meats, fish or veggie dishes and really adds some colour and flavours to your table. Papaya also contains an enzyme called papain which helps to support the digestion of proteins so, if you struggle to digest meaty meals, this could be a real winner for you!
Jul 71 min read


Sauerkraut
Sauerkraut is a traditional fermented food, full of gut supporting beneficial bacteria. If you buy it, look for “raw” sauerkraut, as the pasteurised version that’s out of the fridge will no longer have these live bacteria. For me though, this is the cheapest option where I can guarantee the quality of my ingredients, and it blends in some “slow living” benefits too. Honestly, it doesn’t take long at all, and once you have done it once, you’ll easily manage to fit it in to you
May 153 min read


Christmas Granola Recipe: keep your energy steady all day!
I am the first person to insist that we enjoy the food we eat over Christmas, which is why I love to whip up a batch of this deliciously seasonal granola.
Dec 23, 20252 min read


Speedy Recipe: Thai Style Soup
This soup is so fast and so delicious that you’ll wish you had learned about it years ago! It’s a light lunch or a full dinner, and I love the vibrant colours that align so naturally with my “eat a rainbow” philosophy. The more colours, the more variety in not just flavours, but nutrients too - and variety of nutrients is exactly what our bodies love.
Sep 1, 20252 min read


Autumn recipe: Creamy Swedish mushroom soup
As autumn envelops us in a beautiful blanket of golden orange colours, so is it time to switch from summery salads to those delicious...
Sep 18, 20243 min read


Spring into lunch prep: Halloumi, veg and rice salad
I was prepping this lunch especially for a little project I am working on (I am notorious for not making a note of ingredients and...
Mar 18, 20242 min read


What's for breakfast? Decedent chocolate orange porridge...
As a compliment at a recent retreat, one of our guests joked that he had expected me to dollop out some porridge for breakfast and was...
Feb 20, 20242 min read


Healthy Snack: Aubergine Hummus
Hummus has been such a staple since when my boys were very young, and something I bought on almost every trip to the supermarket. In...
May 3, 20232 min read


Cosy winter recipe: Puy lentil and kale soup
This is such a simple soup to make, and thoroughly satisfying, full of flavour and all the good stuff and plenty of fibre. I pretty much...
Feb 2, 20232 min read


Amazing Chocolate Tart Recipe!
Ok folks, holiday season is upon us and show-stopping, crowd-pleasing chocolate desserts that can be made FAST and look and taste amazing...
Dec 16, 20222 min read


Recipe: Raspberry-cashew cheeseless cheesecakes
These cheese-less “cheesecakes” are made with high-protein cashew nuts on a base of dates and pecans. If you've ever listened to me talk...
Jun 2, 20222 min read
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