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This is a protein packed and liver-loving salad. The liver support is from the kale and broccoli which are members of the cruciferous family of vegetables. The protein comes from the quinoa, edamame beans, almonds and almond butter in the dressing. A fantastic post-workout salad to keep you satisfied.
A protein-packed breakfast or brunch that will keep you full for hours. This is a useful breakfast to have when you know you are eating a later lunch. Also makes an ideal lunch - serve with a side salad for more nutrients in that case.
When people think of bone health - calcium is the first mineral that might spring to mind. However, there are more minerals that are needed for bone health than just calcium. Many trace minerals such as copper, manganese, zinc and boron are also important, as is vitamin K1 and vitamin D. Bone is a dynamic, living tissue that is constantly being broken down and rebuilt, even in adults. Not many people think about looking after their bones until they start to break down as in arthritis or osteoporosis. However, there is lots you can do to ward off oesteoporosis, which is where there is more bone breaking down than being formed.
We love the lebanese salad tabbouleh and here we have paired it with quinoa and halloumi to ensure more protein. The added protein will help to keep you fuller for longer and keep those blood sugars stable.
The smell of coffee is one of those smells that brings a smile to my face, along with cut grass and freshly laundered sheets. I treasure my mid-morning cup of coffee - but is it actually good for you? Caffeine can sometimes get a bad rap - but did you know there’s more to your cup of coffee than just caffeine and there are some great health benefits, in particular for a midlife woman.
If you start to lose your hair, whether it’s a gradual thinning or coming out in large amounts, it can be very distressing. Until it happened to myself following a bout of Covid I didn’t appreciate the emotional as well as physical stress it can cause. Washing your hair to find a huge clump of hair in your hand can leave you very distraught.
A salad with halloumi is always a winner for us. Easy to put together and can be enjoyed on its own or added to a lunchbox and taken to work.
It’s no secret that we love salads here at The Health Boost. A good dressing though is essential as it can make or break a salad. Here we have our favourite 6 salad dressings. If you are looking for a salad to go with those dressings we have lots under our Soups and Salad section. Or else head to our Instagram account - The Health Boost - where we post our lunch salads daily.
This almond butter salad dressing is so good you almost don’t need to pair it with a salad. We could happily devour from the spoon! However if you do want it go with a salad make a salad with robust leaves such as kale and then it’s a match made in heaven.
This dressing is inspired from the flavours of Asia. Pairs perfectly with thinly sliced cucumber for an accompaniment to a table of salads and grilled meats and fish.
This salad dressing is a classic and a favourite from the French member of our team. You can add as much or as little garlic as you like depending on who you want to scare away. You can choose whichever herbs you have to hand.
A delicious spicy harissa paste salad dressing that’s mellowed with the addition of creamy Greek yoghurt. We use the Belazu rose harissa paste which we have found is very popular with our families.
A lovely nutty salad dressing that’s lifted with the tang of the Dijon mustard. Pairs perfectly with a robust grain salad or roasted vegetables. If left to sit it might thicken up, so just loosen again with a splash of water.
A lovely warm salad that will take you through from Autumn to Spring. I used a jar of Brindisa chickpeas but these can be substituted with tinned to keep the cost down. I have used raw beetroot that I have grated. However you could use a pouch of ready steamed beetroot that is now available from supermarkets.
A dahl is a super quick and easy vegetarian one pot that warms you from the inside out. The addition of chickpeas helps to increase the protein content, even if it’s not entirely traditional. If you have a well stocked store cupboard this makes a great meal when the fridge is empty and the prospect of a trip to the supermarket doesn’t appeal. If you need help stocking your store cupboard download our handy shopping list from the Resource section.
We love cooking with lentils - super cheap, high in protein and can be used in so many ways depending on the type of lentil you choose. In this dish we have used green lentils, which hold their shape and are perfect for spiced dishes. We always soak our lentils before using, this helps to remove the phytochemicals which can prevent absorption of minerals such as zinc and magnesium.
Although we are not vegetarians we often eat vegetarian meals especially as we get a bit older. A vegetarian meal with puy lentils and mushroom is perfect for a midweek meal or meat free Monday meal. The mushrooms and miso paste hit the unami spot perfectly in this recipe. For a more substantial meal you could serve with some wild or brown rice - but it’s hearty enough without.
Roasted carrots with red lentils and coconut milk make a sublime soup perfect for a filling lunch or supper. We always make sure we have protein and healthy fats in our soup - which means that they are filling bowls full of nourishment that keep us fuller for longer.
