Soups are just so warming and nourishing in winter and this one is packed full of flavour! Broccoli and Kale are both vegetables with a highly superior nutritional value and I try to include these in my diet as much as possible. Broccoli is high in vitamin C, vitamin A and calcium plus has a cleansing effect on the liver. 

The Acai berry is extremely high in anti-oxidants and fibre and unlike other fruits is very low in sugar. More research needs to be done but current studies are showing potential benefits for weight loss, lowering cholesterol and improving arthritis. 

Although not easy on the hip pocket, fish should be a regular addition to everyone's meals and this recipe is great as a small amount of fish goes a long way. Although not as good as oily fish, white fish still provide some healthy fats and are a great source of lean protein. 

Lamb has the highest nutritional value when you purchase organic and/or 100% grass-fed. This will give you plenty of healthy fats, protein, B vitamins, selenium and zinc. As there are studies that show red meat can be associated with heart disease, kidney problems and cancers, a palm size of meat is all we need to get the nutritional benefits and keep these risks low.

This would have to be one of my all time favourite salads with the combination of roast pumpkin, salty haloumi and pops of sweet pomegranate you just can't go wrong. Quinoa has a fantastic amino acid profile providing a complete vegetarian source of protein as well as being high in calcium, iron, B vitamins and phosphorus.

This salad is a fantastic example of how you can balance a vegetarian meal. Millet is a great gluten free alternative that is similar to cous cous when cooked and is rich in iron, phosphorus and B vitamins, not to mention it also has an impressive amino acid profile for a grain. In this recipe I have used turmeric in the cooking liquid which has phenomenal anti-inflammatory properties.

This loaf is so versatile I have been known to consume it for breakfast, lunch, dinner and as a snack (not all in the one day of course!). It freezes perfectly and can go straight into the toaster for a quick go to nutrient hit. The almonds are full of healthy fat and vitamin E, the oats help to stabilise blood sugar and calm the nervous system and the psyllium husk although mainly used as a binding agent here, can help to regulate the bowels. 

These little body good balls are such a great snack with a long list of health benefits. Oats 
are an amazing food that help stabilise blood sugar, regulate the thyroid, reduce cholesterol, 
soothe the nervous system and improve digestion. Almonds are full of good fats and provide 
an excellent source of Vitamin E.

Green tea: Provides an excellent source of anti-oxidants and helps to boost metabolism. 
Kiwi fruits: High in fibre, vitamin C, vitamin A and potassium 
Lime juice: Similar benefits to lemon, limes help to cleanse the liver and digestive tract and are a good source of vitamin C.  
Banana: High source of potassium and fibre. Also contains serotonin for a happiness effect and provides pre-biotics to feed healthy gut bacteria.