Today marks the start of the first week after the autumn equinox and the stunning Harvest Moon that signifies the beginning of proper autumn.
As we contemplate the shorter, colder days ahead, our minds turn to boosting health and immunity ready for the winter. Doctors have already warned that we could be in for a tough one, with colds and seasonal flu worse than usual — and who knows what will happen with Covid.
Every year, we hear about the latest ‘superfoods’ that are promised to turbocharge our health — but how ‘super’ are they really?
Nutritionist Maya Oakley (nourished london.com) says there’s often truth behind the claims made for these nutrient-dense foods. ‘But you also have to ask, how easy is it to get hold of and how expensive is it?’ she says.
‘No one food is a substitute for a varied, healthy diet, or a quick fix for a bad diet. But making little tweaks using some carefully chosen nutritious foods can really make a difference to your health.’ Here, Maya rates the latest five superfoods…
BALANCE HORMONES USING CHICKPEA FLOUR
Nutritionist Maya Oakley gives verdict on five of the latest superfoods, as doctors warn colds and seasonal flu could be worse than usual this winter (file image)
The market for alternatives to wheat flour continues to boom: you’ve probably tried rye, spelt and barley — but how about gram flour? It’s made from ground chickpeas — which enjoy superfood status when whole, too.
Gram flour has more protein than virtually any flour, three times...
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