Smoothie recipe: Recipe of the day is this simple and delicious smoothie recipe of Pea, Mint and Apple courtesy of Steve’s Leaves. whether you need a quick refreshing drink or trying to lose a few pounds for the summer, this smoothie recipe is delicious, low in calories and nutritious so give it a try. Smoothie Recipe Ingredients: ½ pot Perfectly …

Phase 1 of smoothie diet.   Current weight – 14stone Target weight – 10 stone I decided to start on a weekend so I can get used to it before I venture into a work week. Initial thoughts: I’m worried about the taste of the smoothies – I’m not so bothered about the fruit smoothies but I’m apprehensive about downing …

One Direction introduce ‘Our Moment’: One Direction unveiled its debut women’s fragrance in London at the top of The Gherkin – one the city’s most famous buildings last Thursday. Called ‘Our Moment’, the scent is named after “Moments,” a song that appeared on the group’s first album, “Up All Night.” The scent has been over a year in the making, …

Recipe of the day is this Parma Ham, English Red Wine Mulled Poached Pears, Goats Cheese and Watercress Salad. Tasty yet simple to make, this brilliant pears recipe will dazzle your taste buds. This pears recipe serves 4. Pears recipe ingredients: 2 pears, peeled, halved and cored 200ml red wine 200ml water 2 tbsp brown sugar 1 cinnamon stick 4 …

The Body Reset diet has been creating a lot of buzz since the book came out, with Kim Kardashian and Megan Fox among its celebrity following so when I was asked to review it, I jumped at the chance. The review will be practical – I’ll be doing the Body Reset Diet and giving a daily update through The Body …

Jacket Potatoes Recipe: Recipe of the day is Jacket Potatoes with Parma Ham, crumbled Beacon Fell Traditional Lancashire Cheese, Roasted Root Veg and Paprika Soured Cream. This brilliant potatoes recipe serves 4 people. Jacket Potatoes Recipe Ingredients: 4 large baking potatoes 1 of each, cubed: carrot, yellow pepper, courgette Red onion, sliced Olive oil 150ml soured cream ½ tsp smoked …

Oral health brands for a healthy smile: Our smiles, like our hair is one of the first things people notice about us, a beautiful smile is so important to our personalities and self-confidence. While the tips for maintaining general oral health haven’t changed, a recent survey suggests the number of people putting it into practice have declined. For as long …

Wholemeal pancakes with parma ham, ricotta, rocket and pesto. Recipe of the day is this wholemeal pancakes filled with parma ham, ricotta, rocket and pesto. Healthy as well as delicious, this pancakes recipe makes six pancakes Pancake Ingredients Butter, to grease 180g ricotta 50g rocket 30g pine nuts, toasted 3 tbsp pesto 6 slices Parma Ham Pancake Batter: 1 egg …

Father’s day gift idea: With father’s day just round the corner, I feel it’s the perfect time to talk about one of my all-time favourite brands, A’kin. Why I adore A’kin so much? A’kin products are all natural – made with natural goodness that benefits the skin in so many ways. It has active botanics and is completely free of …

Tart Recipe Idea: Recipe of the day is Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and asparagus tart. This tart recipe idea serves two. Tart recipe ingredients 2 10x20cm puff pastry rectangles 1 egg, beaten 2 tbsp green pesto 30g shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus extra to serve 4 tbsp mascarpone cheese 6 asparagus spears Finely grated zest of 1 lemon 2tbsp grated Parmgiano-Reggiano cheese Torn …