September Food & Drink
The Soil Association
This year Organic September is going to be bigger and better than ever before – we want to grow organic sales and increase consumer awareness by encouraging people to make one small change to their shopping habits and buy Organic this September.” www.soilassociation.org/organicseptember
Goldhill Organics, a Dorset-based organic vegetable box delivery service, which has been growing organic vegetables for over 25 years. Gold Hill Farm was one of the first organic growers in the South West to be certified by the Soil Association. www.goldhillorganics.co.uk
Get ready for better breakfasts!
Up&Go offers a nutritious breakfast you can drink on the go Up&Go’s latest flavours; Banana & Honey, Iced Coffee and Mixed Berries have arrived, just in time for the start of the school term. The six flavours are made with tasty wholegrain oats and every carton contains as much fibre, protein and calcium as your average *bowl of cereal and milk.
Grab a new Up&Go from Waitrose, Sainsbury’s or Ocado, £1.39 for a 250ml carton. www.upandgo.co.uk
Ovio® InFusion Feel-Good Olive Leaf Drinks
New organic, great tasting and low calorie (only 28 calories per bottle) refreshing rehydration drink . Including organic olive leaf extracts, the leaves used in the Ovio® InFusion range have more antioxidants than green tea and other superfoods. The leaves are also jam-packed with detoxifying polyphenols and flavonoids in: cool cucumber and juniper; strawberry and elderberry; lemon and mint
Ovio® Infusions are available in selected branches of Holland & Barrett, online at Amazon and directly from www.drink-infusion.com
“Cooking with Light” Chiva-Som’s by Chef Paisarn
More than just a cookbook, “Cooking with Light” is testament to Chef Paisarn’s conviction that anything is possible with the right mix of creativity, persistence and innovative thinking. This book is an indispensable guide for the healthy home cook with inspirational culinary techniques and creative processes for healthy cooking. Adding an alternative e-cookbook version designed for the iPad, tablets and smart phones
Chiva-Som is nestled within lush tropical gardens in the Royal city of Hua Hin, less than three hours by car south of Bangkok a benchmark of excellence. Fusing Eastern philosophies with Western diagnostic skill, combined with Thailand’s unique hospitality. Try the delicious Chilled Cucumber and Avocado Soup, flavoursome Salmon Fish Cakes, and many more. Cooking with Light e-version is available online at www.chivasomproducts.com
A Tea Break may Help to Increase your Fertility
How the humble cup of tea could be helping to raise a whole new generation of Brits. It’s good to know that in fact the glorious British institution “the tea break” may actually help to increase your fertility according to Harley Street Fertility Clinic nutritionist Neema Savvides.
Traditional English breakfast Tea: This traditional British staple contains fertility boosting properties for both men and women as it’s rich in antioxidants claims nutritionist Neema Savvides.
Ginger and Lemon: “Energizing ginger and lemon teas are a great anti-inflammatory, which is particularly useful for women suffering from endometriosis” says Neema.
Rooibos Tea: The superstar South African export is famous for its numerous antioxidants and is an excellent source of vitamin C – essential for boosting sperm levels and quality.
Jasmine Tea: Jasmine tea has been used in China for its medicinal qualities for centuries and in some ancient Chinese manuscripts, jasmine was used as an aphrodisiac and fertility booster.
Green Tea: Neema comments; “Research shows that hypoxanthine and polyphenols, the two main ingredients in green tea, may lead to a higher percentage of viable embryos.
Nettle Tea : Nettle tea benefits women throughout their pregnancy claims Neema, but also helps to promote fertility.
Mint Tea: “Rejuvenating and refreshing mint tea is a wonderful relaxant. Although the health benefits of mint tea are much stronger if you are able to use fresh mint leaves” says Neema. Apple and Cinnamon Tea: Studies have shown that cinnamon has a positive impact on women suffering from hormonal imbalances due to PCOS. There is also evidence that cinnamon supports healthy circulation to the reproductive organs.
Raspberry Leaf Tea: Raspberry leaf tea, particularly the wild variety is very high in calcium. Like nettle and red clover, red raspberry leaves serve as a soothing uterine tonic and hence a very effective fertility herb.
If you are currently undergoing fertility treatment, you may wish to check with your healthcare professional regarding caffeine intake. http://www.tea.co.uk
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