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Recipe: Lentil Fritters
These Moroccan-spiced kumara and lentil fritters are packed full of goodness. An easy and interesting vegetarian dinner.
Read MoreRecipe: Vegetable soup with fresh turmeric
Vegetable soup is always so popular, the flavour is boosted with fresh turmeric, or you can use ground turmeric if you prefer.
Read MoreHealth Risks: Trans and Saturated Fats
Fats are an essential part of the diet, and were one of the main energy sources in our early ancestors when carbohydrates from tubers and fruits were only seasonally available. However, with food processing and modern technology, we started consuming large amounts of saturated and trans fats which seem to be harmful to our health. To make informed decisions on our food, we need to understand the health risks of consuming ‘bad’ fats.
Read MoreRecipe: Smoked fish dip with potato skins
A tasty dip with potato dippers – great for tapas. We used smoked kingfish which is delicious.
Read MoreVitamin B3 (Niacin)
Vitamin B3, also called niacin, is one of the water-soluble vitamins, belonging to the vitamin B complex. It can be obtained from many food sources and fortified food products, and can be taken as a dietary supplement. However, important to note is that only 30% of niacin is absorbed, and with niacin’s role in cellular metabolism, having poor nutrition can cause potential health issues.
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