Author: alicegodfreynutrition

Sleep is an important time for the body and we do most of our healing when we are sleeping.  Lack of sleep is associated with increased heart disease risk, stroke risk, reproductive dysfunction and cognitive problems.  One study found that natural killer cells (vital part of the immune system, destroy cancerous cells, for example) decreased by … Continue reading 6 habits for better sleep

Soya is everywhere in our food supply. Watch my video and find out about its far-reaching effects. Click here to receive more nutrition info and get my Easy Energy Boosters PDF. Click here to receive my e-booklet '5 things you must know before you get pregnant'.

10 natural cold remedies Colds can range from just a few sneezes and blowing your nose a lot to feeling like you need to go to bed. Lots can be done to help you get off more lightly. As an alternative to the cold remedies in the chemists (which often contain nasty ingredients that can actually … Continue reading Help! I’ve got a cold

Ingredientspunnet of strawberries or raspberries (150-200g)2 heaped tbsps chia seeds Optional:   zest of 1/4 lemonhalf tsp pure vanilla extract DirectionsTip berries into blender.  Whizz smooth then tip into an old glass jar.  Add two tablespoons of chia seeds and stir to blend.  Add vanilla or lemon if using. Lid on. Into the fridge for … Continue reading Chia jam

1. Sit down and give your food your full attention.So often we eat on the go which doesn't allow the digestive juices to flow.  Eat mindfully and savour your food with your eyes, and your senses of smell and taste. 2. Be calmIf you're at all stressed or anxious your gut won't function properly.  Peristalsis … Continue reading How to eat: 5 important habits

All food used to be organic. It's really only with the advent of industrialisation and food production for the masses that certain processes have been brought in and, usually for the sake of making more money, have been prioritised over the food quality. Here's why it's worth considering buying organic, at least, some of the time. Pesticides … Continue reading Is organic worth the expense?

Grain and gluten free, dairy free, natural sugars Makes 12 cup cakes / small muffins Ingredients 250g ground almonds 1/2 teaspoon baking powder Pinch of sea salt 2 large eggs 50g coconut sugar (or less, to taste) 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 3 ripe bananas plus more for topping 2 tablespoons cocoa powder small handful (dairy free … Continue reading Banana chocolate muffins

This recipe is vegan if using coconut oil and gluten free if using gluten free oats or quinoa flakes (see second option below). This recipe was originally on the My New Roots blog. Ingredients: 1 cup / 135g sunflower seeds 1⁄2 cup / 90g flax seeds 1⁄2 cup / 65g hazelnuts or almonds 1 1⁄2 … Continue reading The life-changing loaf

  Prep Time: 10 min Cook Time: 30 min Ready in: 40 min Makes: 16 brownies Ingredients 2 large eggs 2 tsp vanilla extract 3/4 cup coconut sugar 1/4 cup water 1 cup gluten free flour (I used Dove self raising gluten free - you'll need 1/2 tsp more bicarb of soda if you don't … Continue reading Courgette brownies (gluten free, vegan)

Ghee is easy to make and a brilliant option to cook with as it has a high smoke point. It’s also high in butyrate and free of casein and lactose. Nutrient benefits are greater if you use a high quality butter from grass fed cows. Ingredients 2 blocks of butter ideally unsalted, organic, and grass-fed Instructions Cut the butter … Continue reading How to make ghee