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Dr Libby on carrots
When your mother told you to eat your carrots so you could see in the dark she ...
Dr Libby on ginger
As the weather starts to cool and rain becomes more frequent, ginger is a lovely ...
Chai-spiced almond milk
As the weather starts to cool and rain becomes more frequent, ginger is a lovely ...
Seeded slice
Linseeds, also known as flaxseeds, are the richest plant source of omega 3 fats, which ...
Dr Libby on linseeds
Linseeds, also known as flaxseeds, are the richest plant source of omega 3 fats, which ...
Dr Libby on lentils
Lentils are a type of legume and they come in different shapes and sizes
Lentil and quinoa salad
Lentils are a type of legume and they come in different shapes and sizes
Dr Libby on cabbage
Cabbages come in many different varieties, each providing outstanding nutritional benefits
Beetroot and cabbage juice
Raw beetroot is a great inclusion in the diet to support liver detoxification ...
Dr Libby on tomatoes
Tomatoes straight from the vine are packed with the goodness of months of sunlight
Summer tomato soup
This easy recipe highlights the flavour of the tomato at the peak of its season, with ...
Dr Libby on buckwheat
Though it is commonly referred to as a grain, buckwheat is actually the seed of a ...
Dr Libby on cashews
A creamy dairy alternativeI absolutely love cashews and use them in everything from ...
Cashew truffles
These easy-to-make truffles will keep you away from the biscuits at 3pm and are ...
Dr Libby on parsley
The nourishing properties of parsley are often ignored — instead of being the ...
Dr Libby on sesame seeds
Sesame seeds are tiny, flat, oval seeds with a nutty taste and delicate crunch
Dr Libby on rhubarb
Rhubarb is an amazing, unusual plant with a taste that can be quite polarising
Pear and rhubarb crumble
Rhubarb is particularly delicious in crumbles such as this pear crumble
Why we have a sweet tooth and how to satisfy it
We are born with a preference for sweet foods, a natural sweet tooth
Chocolate mousse
This healthy chocolate mousse from Dr Libby is made with dates, cacao and coconut
Asparagus, spinach and walnuts
This is a beautifully quick and, most importantly, nourishing breakfast or lunch idea
Dr. Libby on asparagus
Spring is when those funny little stalks of deliciousness known as asparagus become ...
Banana salted caramel thickshake
The rich caramel flavour in this shake is reminiscent of a traditional milkshake but ...
Dr Libby on bananas
Bananas went through a phase of being touted as something to avoid due to their ...
Dr Libby on sunflower seeds
People who consume nuts and seeds on a regular basis have been shown to lower their ...
Mushroom soup
In the cooler months you may find you’re more attracted to warming foods, and ...
Dr Libby on mushrooms
Mushrooms are often grouped with vegetables and provide many of the same nutritional ...
Coconut lime cookies
The fat content of these biscuits means they will provide you with a sustained release ...
Dr Libby bakes cookies
Many people like to stop work in the afternoon for a cup of tea and a biscuit
Dr Libby on coconut
Coconut is experiencing a resurgence due to its versatility, flavour and fat content
Warm kale salad
One of the tricky things when including more greens in your diet is finding different ...
Chia seed breakfast pudding
Finding inspiration for breakfast can be a challenge and many people struggle with ...
Brown rice balls
These brown rice balls are a nutritious snack to have on hand and are great for school ...
Dr Libby on brown rice balls
These brown rice balls are a nutritious snack to have on hand and are great for school ...
Dr Libby on brown rice
I remember when brown rice first became popular it was like the equivalent of ...
Adzuki bean tabouli
From her pantry of nutritional supplies Dr Libby uses adzuki beans in her version of ...
Dr Libby on winter food
Nourishing yourself during the cold months can be made just that bit easier by having ...
Brown rice sushi
The brown rice in this recipe is far more nutritious than its white counterpart ...
Dr Libby on seaweed
The nutritional properties of seaweed are vast, and vary from plant to plant
Brilliant brassica soup
As a lunch, or even a dinner option, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a recipe ...
Dr Libby makes a nourishing soup
As a lunch, or even a dinner option, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a recipe ...
Dr Libby on broccoli
The old adage an apple a day keeps the doctor away could easily be changed … to ...
Easy lunchtime quinoa fried rice
Utilising leftovers is good for your pocket and a great option for the time-poor
Dr Libby on quinoa
Labelled a superfood, quinoa has exploded in popularity from a strictly health-food ...
Roasted vegetable frittatas
The combination of eggs and quinoa means these frittatas contain two complete sources ...
Dr Libby on eggs
Eggs are a dietary mainstay — in fact I’m sure many of you relate to the ...
Almond date shake
Dates and almonds are one of nature’s most delicious combinations and this great ...
Dr Libby on dates and almonds
Dates and almonds are one of nature’s most delicious combinations
Pumpkin pancakes
Pancakes area family favourite but are often made with ingredients that contain very ...