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How to Choose a Probiotic
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By Laura Tilt

As gut health has come into focus, probiotics have become a popular supplement. But choosing one can feel like a minefield. Happily, there's a new science-backed tool that can help. We asked our dietitian, Laura Tilt, to tell us about it.

What are the UK’s eating habits like?
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By Laura Tilt

The latest results are in on the nation’s diet and eating habits. So, how are we doing?

Aubergine & Buckwheat Parmigiana
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By Matt Williamson

Celebrating our partnership with Heart Research UK, enjoy chef Matt's heart healthy, plant-packed parmigiana recipe, perfect for a weeknight family dinner or healthy meal prep.

Low FODMAP Blueberry Banana Super Seed Smoothie
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By Matt Williamson

This gut-friendly low FODMAP breakfast smoothie contains 4+ plant points to keep your gut microbiome extra happy.

Try blending with 2 tablespoons of Field Doctor's original porridge mix, or a couple tablespoons of rolled oats. This smoothie keeps well in the fridge for up to 24 hours if you want to make it in batches.

Low FODMAP Chicken + Vegetable Stir Fry
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By Matt Williamson

This plant-heavy and protein-packed low FODMAP dinner dish is the perfect healthy weeknight meal. Chef Matt recommends serving with boiled whole grain rice or rice noodles.

Low FODMAP Grilled Prawn, Potato and Courgette Skewers
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By Matt Williamson

These low FODMAP skewers are perfect as a dinner dish, or a crowd-pleasing party snack! Cook them on the BBQ for a perfect side dish, suited for guests for IBS or IBD, or those looking for a slightly healthier option.

 Low FODMAP Tuna Salad
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By Matt Williamson

Yes! Enjoy this nutritious and filling weekday lunch recipe whilst still following a low FODMAP diet - perfect for those with IBS or IBD.

Pumpkin Pie Bars with Pecan Shortbread Crust
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By Emma Hatcher

There are many things I love about pumpkin pie - the creamy spiced filling, the signal that Autumn is well and truly upon us and the happy notion that I’m sneaking some veggies into my dessert. Things I’m not always such a fan of however, include: waiting for the pastry to rest, the faff of lining a tart tin and having to convince the made-up minds of friends and family members with previous bad pumpkin pie experiences that it can be in fact, delicious.

One look and bite of these simple, stress-free, pumpkin pie bars with a press-in pecan crust will sway any pumpkin pie sceptics within an instant. They are deceptively good, taste even better the next day and they just so happen to be plant based, as well as low FODMAP, for any eaters that need them to be. A bonus element: the crust to filling ratio is almost 50/50, which for pumpkin pie is how I like it and think you might too.

Feel free to sub in dairy butter and lactose free milk and if you don’t have a strong blender to help blitz the pecans, you can use ground almonds instead.

Spiced Festive Pavlova
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By Matt Williamson

Looking for a lighter pudding that's still a perfect show stopper? Field Doctor chef Matt Williamson shares his favourite way to spice up a traditional pavlova.

Bonus tip: sticking to recommended portions keeps this dish delightfully low FODMAP! You can opt for lactose-free double cream to keep this dish dairy-free, too.

Spring Asparagus, Pea, Grain and Seed Salad with Kefir and Feta
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By Matt Williamson

A simple, vibrant spring salad that's ready in only 10 minutes - perfect for a side salad or light lunch.

Note: this salad is unfortunately not FODMAP friendly.

Vegan Low FODMAP Quinoa and Grilled Vegetable Bowl
recipe
By Matt Williamson

Chef’s tip: sprinkle the bowl with a tablespoon of crumbled feta or ricotta to serve, and team with some warmed gluten free flatbread. This salad keeps well in the fridge for a day as a lunchbox option if you want to prepare the night before, or meal prep it in batches.

Low FODMAP Scrambled Eggs with Spinach and Tomato
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By Matt Williamson

Our newest low FODMAP breakfast recipe from Field Doctor chef Matt Williamson is the perfect option to start your day.

Sprinkle with a tablespoon of crumbled feta or ricotta, and serve with warmed gluten free flatbread if you like.

Low FODMAP Baked Lemon Herb Salmon with Potatoes and Tomato
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By Matt Williamson

This low FODMAP salmon recipe is delightfully simple, healthy, and perfectly gut-friendly! This easy dish can can be a fall-back weeknight staple, whilst still being a healthy and nutritious choice.

Cranberry, Citrus and Pecan Loaf Cake
recipe
By Emma Hatcher

Field Doctor are proud to present this delightfully nutty and fruity low FODMAP loaf by Emma Hatcher from 'She Can't Eat What'.

Did you know that fresh cranberries are low FODMAP up to 50g per serving? And that most importantly, they’re delicious baked into a cake? Tart, tangy and sweet, they’re dotted throughout this loaf, alongside nutty pecans and flecks of citrus zest, turning it into something really festive and special.

Brown Rice, Almond and Cocoa Cookies
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By Matt Williamson

Field Doctor chef Matt Williamson has created a delicious new cookie recipe that is both gluten-free and low FODMAP. Ground almonds and brown rice flour form the foundation, providing a delightful blend of health-conscious ingredients.

Brown rice flour contains good amounts of vitamin B6, phosphorous, selenium, and magnesium, not to mention a healthy dose of antioxidants that can protect cells against oxidative damage.

Almonds provide fibre and protein, as well as micronutrients such as iron and vitamin E.

Enjoy!

Mediterranean Winter Tabbouleh
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By Matt Williamson

A highly plant-diverse, gut-friendly winter tabbouleh from Field Doctor chef Matt Williamson.

This nutritious winter tabbouleh salad recipe has been given extra plant diversity with ingredients that are stars of the Mediterranean Diet; whole grains, pulses, nuts, seeds, healthy fats and it boasts a huge variety of plants.

It has a plant diversity scale of 15 and this recipe will serve 4. To make a gluten free version simply swap the bulgur wheat for quinoa.

Chicken with Whole Garlic, Pearled Barley and Sprouting Broccoli
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By Matt Williamson

Celebrating our partnership with Heart Research UK, enjoy chef Matt's heart healthy chicken dinner recipe. The generous amount of whole garlic cooks down to become deliciously sweet and can be squeezed out of the skin. The barley soaks up all the juices and can be swapped for your favourite cooked grain or even small pasta shapes, depending on preference.

Raspberry, Almond & Chocolate Torte
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By Matt Williamson

This chocolate torte is Low FODMAP friendly and naturally gluten free, but doesn't compriise on taste! The berries and almonds bring an extra depth of flavour, ensuing this will be a crowd pleaser recipe.

If you like this recipe, you can double to make two batches as it freezes really well.

Gluten Free Hot Cross Bun Cheesecake
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By Emma Hatcher

All the flavours of a hot cross bun, in rich, buttery no-bake cheesecake form. This recipe turned out even better than I could have imagined and I especially love how the tart orange marmalade peeks through the creamy vanilla filling, enticing you to find out what’s below.

In baking, lactose free cream and cream cheese don’t always work in the same way as their regular counterparts. Rather than fighting that fact, I’ve used regular double cream in this cheesecake recipe, within the low FODMAP limit, which is what allows the cheesecake to set without the need for gelatine or something similar. Chilling overnight is really important too and if the filling ever feels like it could do with some extra setting power, a quick freezer stint always works.

Sweet Potato and Chocolate Loaf Cake
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By Matt Williamson

This is a very speedy cake to throw together once the sweet potato is cooked, and it’s low FODMAP friendly, and dairy and gluten free. It can be vegan and egg-fee too if you use an egg substitute such as a flax egg or commercial egg alternative.

You can serve it by itself, or with a spoonful of yogurt or low FODMAP friendly yogurt substitute.

I hope you like it!

Olive Oil, Yoghurt, and Berry Cake
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By Matt Williamson

Using healthy fats from extra virgin olive oil and nuts, using a proportion of whole meal flour, using berries and keeping the sugar lower (or even replacing with date sugar) makes this cake a bit healthier than standard recipes. If you use only date sugar, add a bit more yogurt as date sugar absorbs liquid.

Berry, Walnut and Spinach Salad with Goats Cheese
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By Matt Williamson

This is a delicious summer salad that is low FODMAP and gluten free. If you wanted, you could remove the goats cheese to make it vegan, or alternativly add some grilled chicken to boost the protein content if you like!

 

Kefir Berry Smoothie
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By Matt Williamson

Great for breakfast or as a snack during the day, this smoothie is packed with goodness. If you have a sweet tooth, feel free to add a teaspoon of honey to taste. This recipe makes 4 servings, so this delicious smoothie can be meal prepped for easy low FODMAP weekday breakfasts.

Sticky Ginger Bundt Cake
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By Emma Hatcher

Inspired by Parkin, a syrupy ginger cake traditionally had on Bonfire night in the North of England, this bundt cake is a no less delicious gluten-free and lower FODMAP alternative. Instead of higher FODMAP golden syrup and treacle, I’ve used the sweet syrup from a stem ginger jar to get that unctuous texture, along with ground walnuts, dark brown sugar and olive oil.

To ensure maximum ginger flavour there are four! types of ginger - stem, ground, fresh and crystallised - while cinnamon and garam masala give the cake warmth and a little extra spice.

I love serving this cake topped with a spoonful of yogurt or crème fraiche.

Whipped Feta Dip with Zaatar Roasted Courgettes
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By Emma Hatcher

Whipped feta dips have taken the internet by storm for good reason - and you don’t have to miss out if you’re following the low FODMAP diet! When tested, feta only showed trace amounts of FODMAPs making it the perfect base for a creamy, scoopable summer dip recipe (come rain or shine!) If you are able to tolerate lactose well you can sub in regular cream cheese and yogurt here and don’t be put off by the honey - the amount listed is well within recommended limits and adds just a hint of sweetness to the tangy feta.

Kimchi Fried Whole Grain Rice
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By Matt Williamson

If you are looking for a quick lunch or dinner recipe using ingredients you may already have in the pantry, look no further! Our kimchi fried rice recipe is super easy to assemble, and can be altered to use either tofu or chicken depending on your dietary requirements. Just to note, this recipe is not low FODMAP friendly.

Your Gut Microbiome in Menopause
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By Dr Fionnuala Barton

Your gut and hormones are deeply connected. Discover how menopause can affect your gut microbiome—and what to eat to support the microbiome during menopause.

Your Bone Health Through Menopause Explained
article
By Dr Fionnuala Barton

Bone loss speeds up during menopause and perimenopause, but you can take action. Discover how diet and lifestyle support strong bones at every stage.

What Are The Health Benefits Of Pulses?
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By Laura Tilt

Pulses like lentils and chickpeas are fibre-rich, affordable, and versatile. In this article, we will dive into why pulses deserve a regular place on your plate, the health benefits, and how to better incorporate pulses into your diet.

Why Is The Mediterranean Diet One Of The Healthiest Ways to Eat?
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By Laura Tilt

Consistently ranked as one of the healthiest eating patterns, the Mediterranean diet can benefit heart health, mood and more. We asked our Dietitian Laura Tilt why the Mediterranean diet is considered to be one of the healthiest ways to eat.

What Exactly Is A Mediterranean Diet?
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By Laura Tilt

The Mediterranean diet is more than olive oil and tomatoes. Learn why it’s backed by science and how it supports long-term health, all explained by our expert dietitian Laura Tilt.

Top Tips for Cooking on a Low FODMAP Diet
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By Laura Tilt

Whilst it can be challenging to plan and cook low FODMAP food, a low FODMAP diet doesn’t have to mean bland meals. Expert Development Chef Matt Williamson shares smart cooking tips that will help you build flavour, variety and confidence in the kitchen.

Myth Busting: There's No Treatment For IBS
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By Laura Tilt

Whilst there is no cure for the long-term condition, it’s a myth that there’s no treatment for IBS. Discover your options for IBS symptom management—from dietary changes to stress support—and how to feel better, sooner.

Myth Busting: You Can't Follow a Low FODMAP Diet if You're Vegan
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By Laura Tilt

Think low FODMAP and vegan diets don’t mix? Think again. Discover how to manage both a low FODMAP and a plant-based diet with our expert tips and our simple meal formula.

Myth Busting: The FODMAP Diet Works for Everyone
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By Laura Tilt

It’s true that a low FODMAP diet improves gut symptoms in many people with IBS, but it doesn't work for everyone. While powerful, the FODMAP diet isn’t a one-size-fits-all fix, and in this article, learn who a low FODMAP diet helps, who it doesn’t, and how to tailor the diet to your needs.

Myth Busting: A FODMAP Diet is a Long-term Diet
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By Laura Tilt

There’s a lot of confusion about the FODMAP diet. In this article, dietitian Laura explains why it’s not a long-term solution for IBS —and how to transition to a more sustainable long-term diet with confidence.

Managing Menopause Symptoms: Part Two
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By Dr Fionnuala Barton

Menopause can be overwhelming, but support is out there. Dr Barton shares five more practical tips to empower your menopause journey.

Is it Perimenopause, Menopause or Something Else?
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By Dr Fionnuala Barton

How do you know if changes in your body are down to perimenopause, menopause or something else? Menopause specialist Dr Barton shares her expert insights on what menopause really is, how symptoms vary, and why support matters.

Menopause Myths Explained
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By Dr Fionnuala Barton

From HRT fears to 'just hot flushes,' in this article, our women's health expert Dr. Barton unpacks common menopause myths and shares evidence-based facts to help you feel informed and empowered.

The Role Of Protein And Fibre For Weight Loss
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By Laura Tilt

Trying to lose weight? There's no single ‘best’ diet for weight loss, but focusing on fibre and protein can help you feel fuller for longer, reduce cravings, and support healthy weight loss.

How You Can Prevent Heart Disease
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By Amie Leckie

Heart disease is preventable with the right lifestyle. Discover how simple dietary and lifestyle changes can help protect your heart health, alongside how to measure and monitor your cholesterol and blood pressure levels.

Histamine Intolerance - What Do We Know So Far?
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By Chloe Hall

Histamine intolerance is often overlooked, but we asked Chloe Hall (a Dietitian specialising in histamine intolerance) to explain the science and break it down for us. Learn what we know so far, including common symptoms, triggers, and dietary tips for relief.

Herb Uses And Health Benefits
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By Laura Tilt

From spring onions to basil to coriander, herbs do more than flavour food. Explore their science-backed health benefits here, alongside how to use them in your cooking.

GLP-1 Medications: Why Nutrition Matters
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By Laura Tilt

You might have heard of Mounjaro, Ozempic, and Wegovy—these are GLP-1 medications that help with weight loss. But how do they work, and how can healthy eating make them more effective? Discover how balanced, nourishing meals support those on GLP-1 medication. Learn what to eat for energy, satisfaction and long-term success.

Five Top Tips for Building Your Personal Menopause Toolkit
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By Dr Fionnuala Barton

Menopause can feel overwhelming, but the right toolkit makes all the difference. Explore five expert-backed tips to feel supported and in control.

Everyday Foods to Help You Hit Your 30g Fibre Goal
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By Laura Tilt

Fibre plays a vital role in gut and heart health. Here’s how everyday foods – from pulses to grains – can help you reach the 30g fibre target with ease. Discover everyday fibre-rich foods to incorporate into your diet.

Guide to Recognising Symptoms of Perimenopause and Menopause
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By Dr Fionnuala Barton

From hot flushes to mood shifts, resident Women's Health expert Dr Barton explains the key signs of perimenopause and menopause – and how to take control of your health.

Diet and IBD: The Relationship
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By Sophie Medlin

Struggling with IBD? Discover which foods can help support gut health, reduce flare-ups and bring balance to your everyday eating habits. Our IBD diet guide covers what you should and shouldn't eat when dealing with IBD.

What Does a Healthy Diet Really Look Like?
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By Laura Tilt

It can be hard to know which diet is the healthiest and best for you - is it low-carb, keto, gluten-free, or something else entirely? Get our dietitian's tips on what a healthy diet really looks like. 

Best Diet for PCOS: A Guide to Eating to Improve Your Symptoms
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By Jodie Relf

Is there such a thing as the best diet for PCOS? Explore how your diet can support PCOS management. From fibre-rich meals to balanced blood sugars, this article from PCOS dietitian Jodie examines practical tips to help you feel your best with PCOS.

A Guide to the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid
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By Laura Tilt

Get to know the Mediterranean diet pyramid – a simple visual guide to eating well with balance, variety, and heart-friendly foods at its core. This pyramid focuses on the relative propeortions of each diet compenent, making it easy to plan your meals and acheive balance. 

IBS Awareness Month: 10 Tips to Fall in Love With Food Again
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By Laura Tilt

April is IBS Awareness Month, and we want people with IBS to fall in love with food again. We understand how frustrating mealtimes can be for those with IBS, and in this article offer 10 top tips to help manage IBS and enjoy food again.

Onion
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By Dr. Linia Patel

Onions are a nutritional powerhouse, but can often trigger IBS in some people. Learn more in our dedicated onion guide, covering what nutrients onions are rich in, what the health benefits of eating onions are, and what alternatives exist for those on a low FODMAP diet.

Chives
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By Dr. Linia Patel

What nutrients are found in chives, and why should you incorporate this plant into your meals? Our dedicated chive guide covers the key health benefits chives provide and how to incorporate them into your diet.

Book Summary: Food Fix by Dr Mark Hyman
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By Laura Tilt

Food Fix by Dr. Mark Hyman sets out a powerful solution-based manifesto of how we can improve our health, and that of our planet, through the food choices we make. Read the team's thoughts on the book, alongside a summary and key takeaways.

Cholesterol: FAQs and Guide
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By Mei Wan

And what makes cholesterol "good" or "bad"? Our guide covers FAQs such as what cholesterol is, how to lower cholesterol through diet, and the difference between cholesterol types.

Top Tips For Eating A Low FODMAP Diet
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By Mei Wan

We spoke to Amanda Bishop (moderator of Low FODMAP UK Facebook group), and here's a summary of Amanda's top tips for eating a low FODMAP diet, alongside some myth-busting of common FODMAP misconceptions.

What Makes the Mediterranean Diet Healthy?
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By Dr. Tetyana Rocks

Dr. Tetyana Rocks from Deakin University looks into the healthful components of the Mediterranean Diet that contribute to overall wellbeing, and analyses how each part of the Mediterranean diet promotes health and essential nutrient intake to answer why the Mediterranean diet is so good for us.

Can Your Diet Impact Mental Health?
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By Dr. Tetyana Rocks

Can the foods you put on your plate affect your mental health? Dr. Tetyana Rocks from Deakin University reviews the relationship and growing research between nutrition and mood, including key questions such as what foods you should eat to improve your mental health, and how you can change your diet for better mental health.

Eating For Improved Mental Health
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By Dr. Tetyana Rocks

The revolutionary SMILES trial at Deakin University is changing the way we look at supporting mental health, with evidence suggesting that the Mediterranean diet can improve both mental and general health. Learn more about the SMILES trial and the research that supports following a Mediterranean diet for better mental health.

The Low FODMAP Diet and Our Meals
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By Laura Tilt

In this article, we cover the basics of eating low FODMAP, including what FODMAPs are and what a low FODMAP diet entails. All our Field Doctor Low FODMAP meals are developed by FODMAP-trained dietitians to ensure they meet low FODMAP guidelines, and are tested by the team at Monash University to be certified as low FODMAP.

How to Eat to Take Care of Your Heart
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By Laura Tilt

And should you be eating to protect against heart disease? Our guide on eating for heart health covers basics such as what is heart disease, what increases your chance of heart disease, and what foods you should eat to prevent heart disease.

Achieving Healthy & Sustainable Weight Loss
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By Laura Tilt

According to a recent YouGov poll, 1 in 6 adults intend to lose weight in 2025. We asked our dietitian Laura Tilt for her advice on losing weight in a healthy and sustainable way, alongside key questions such as what is the best diet for sustainable weight loss and what makes a good approach to losing weight.  

I've Got IBS, What Can I Do to Improve My Symptoms?
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By Laura Tilt

If you've received an IBS diagnosis, you may be wondering what strategies you can try to ease symptoms. In this article, we look at the diet, lifestyle, and medication options you can undertake to treat and manage IBS symptoms.

How Can I Tell If I Have IBS?
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By Laura Tilt

Often times getting an IBS diagnosis can be very overwhelming, and you may feel overwhelmed and wonder what symptoms point specifically to IBS. This IBS guide aims to outline the key symptoms of IBS, the process of getting an IBS diagnosis and what to do after you receive your diagnosis.

Can An Anti-Inflammatory Diet Benefit Your Health?
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By Laura Tilt

There are a lot of misconceptions around anti-inflammatory diets and "inflammation" in a general sense. In this article, we look at what science has to say about the health impacts of inflammation in the body and how an anti-inflammatory diet can benefit your health. learn what an anti-inflammatory diet is, alongside how to get started eating to reduce inflammation.

5 Tips for Successful FODMAP Reintroduction
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By Laura Tilt

A low FODMAP diet is one of elimination, where at first all high FODMAP foods are removed from the diet. To help your diet return to normal, it is then recommended to reintroduce high FODMAP foods back in one by one to pinpoint which cause symptom flare-ups. It In this guide, we offer practical tips on adding your favourite higher FODMAP foods back in without getting symptom flare ups.

Low FODMAP Food Staples
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By Laura Tilt

Are you embarking on a low FODMAP diet and wondering what staples you should have? In this article, we cover the basic components of a low FODMAP diet and what foods you can have easily on hand in order to make following a low FODMAP diet easier.

Best Diet for PCOS: A Guide to Eating to Improve Your Symptoms
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By Jodie Relf

Is there such a thing as the best diet for PCOS? Whilst there is no singular "best diet", in this article, PCOS dietitian Jodie shares the evidence around eating for PCOS management, including the relationship between PCOS and Mediterranean diets and anti-inflammatory diets.

Everything You Need To Know About Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
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By Jodie Relf

In this article, dietitian and PCOS expert Jodie Relf offers a clear guide to understanding and managing PCOS symptoms through diet and lifestyle. We address key questions such as what the symptoms of PCOS are, how it is diagnosed, and what lifestyle and diet changes can help treat PCOS.

Our Guide To Coeliac Disease & Eating Gluten Free
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By Laura Tilt

There are a lot of misconceptions around coeliac disease and how to manage symptoms once you are diagnosed. In this guide, we aim to answer FAQs about coeliac disease, such as what it is, what the symptoms are, how you can manage symptoms once diagnosed and what the difference is between coeliac disease, gluten sensitivity and FODMAP sensitivity.

Why You Should Be Careful With FODMAP Lists
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By Laura Tilt

FODMAP research is constantly evolving, and it can be hard to keep up to date with the latest information, especially when seeing healthcare professionals. Often, online or paper lists of low and high FODMAP foods are out of date, and do not take into account individual differences or serving sizes. Read on to discover why we instead recommend the Monash low FODMAP app.

Snacking: The Field Doctor Guide
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By Mei Wan

HCPC Registered Dietitian Mei Wan covers all your frequently asked questions about snacking, including whether it is recommended to snack, how to snack mindfully, and what snacks dietitians recommend.

12 Tips For Eating For Gut Health At Christmas
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By Laura Tilt

Christmas can be an especially hard time for those suffering from gut issues, such as bloating, acid reflux and IBS. But it doesn't have to be this way, and in this guide, Sasha Watkins, Registered Dietitian and Co-Founder of Field Doctor, has shared her top 12 tips on navigating festive eating to help manage gut symptoms to improve gut health over the festive period.

New Year's Resolutions: Sustainable Tips For A Healthier Lifestyle
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By Laura Tilt

It can be tough to set sustainable New Year's diet and health goals - we often feel so motivated and wish to change our entire lifestyle, but this often isn't the most practical or long-term approach. In this article, we have rounded up UK dietitians' tips on creating sustainable changes for improved diet and wellbeing, that can be carried on long into the year.

How To Prepare For A Healthy New Year
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By Mei Wan

New Year and January resolutions can be very overwhelming, and we often set large goals and want to change everything in one go! However, to give yourself the best chance to stick to health-related resolutions, your goals should be sustainable, practical, and realistic. HCPC Registered Dietitian Mei Wan discusses some practical tips on how you can prepare yourself for a healthier start to the year with a careful plan.

The Mediterranean Diet
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By Laura Tilt

There has been a lot of discussion around the Mediterranean diet recently, with the diet heavily discussed in the news and the media. But what exactly is the Mediterranean diet, what foods are included in this diet, and what are the health benefits? Learn more in our guide to the Mediterranean diet, and shop Mediterranean diet meals at Field Doctor to get started.

How To Use Nudges For A Healthier Diet
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By Mei Wan

Have you heard of "nudges" - small changes or reminders that encourage a behaviour? These small nudges or reminders can work well for your diet, to encourage healthier eating through smaller everyday changes. Often, larger plans such as New Year's resolutions can fail simply due to their scope, but we offer practical tips on how smaller, consistent dietary changes can lead to big health and weight loss results.

Spinach
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By Dr. Linia Patel

We love our leafy greens here at Field Doctor, and spinach is one of our hero ingredients for a reason. A good source of essential vitamins, we use spinach in many of our Field Doctor ready meals due to its health benefits and low FODMAP content. Read more in our dedicated spinach guide.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids
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By Laura Tilt

And why are they good for us? This article explores what Omega-3 fatty acids are and why we need them in our diet, alongside what foods contain Omega-3 fatty acids for you to incorporate into your diet.

Sustainability Practices At Field Doctor
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By Matt Williamson

Sustainability is an incredibly important value to us here at Field Doctor, so we have outlined our key sustainability practices to ensure our ready meals are sourced, produced and delivered in the most sustainable and environmentally friendly manner possible.

Sustainable Weight Loss Tips
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By Mei Wan

Weight loss can often be done in an unhealthy and unsustainable way, using extreme methods of diets that cannot be sustained long term. Dietitian Mei shares manageable weight loss advice for losing weight in a healthier and long-term manner, to give you a better chance at weight loss success.

What Is The Flexitarian Diet?
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By Laura Tilt

Our handy guide to the flexitarian diet outlines what exactly the flexitarian diet is, what the benefits of following a flexitarian diet are, and how to ensure you are still getting all the essential nutrients whilst eating in a flexitarian manner. Read on to discover our practical tips for eating more flexitarian.

FAQs about IBS and an IBS Diet
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By Anna Hardman

Anna Hardman answers 10 of the most commonly asked questions surrounding IBS and what to eat if you have IBS, such as the role of fibre, dealing with bloating and constipation, and practical dietary tips for IBS sufferers. Learn more in our IBS FAQs.

Why Is IBS More Common In Women?
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By Laura Tilt

Women are diagnosed with IBS at higher rates than men, but why is this the case? We look at what science and research have to say about the link between women and IBS, the link between IBS and hormones, and why biological females are more likely to be diagnosed with IBS.

Courgette/ Zucchini
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By Dr. Linia Patel

Courgettes are one of our hero ingredients for many reasons - they are packed full of vitamins and minerals, offer key health benefits, and can taste great too! Read our dedicated guide to courgette (also known as zucchini) to learn more.

Food Allergy Basics: Definition, Diagnosis, and Managing Food Allergies
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By Laura Tilt

Our food allergy guide aims to raise awareness about food allergies and answer key questions such as what they are, how they differ from food intolerance, how to get diagnosed and how to manage your food allergies.

Sweet Potato
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By Laura Tilt

Sweet potato is one of our favourite hero ingredients, being rich in antioxidants and vitamins. We love using this carbohydrate in our meals due to its health benefits and satiating properties, along with how good it tastes. Learn more about sweet potatoes and why it is good to incorporate into your diet in our dedicated guide.

Do Dietitian's Recommend Drinking Juices?
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By Dr. Linia Patel

Juicing is becoming a big trend - but is drinking your fruits and vegetables as juices and smoothies really better for you? Is it better to enjoy fruits and vegetables raw or cooked? Whole or juiced? Our dietitians answer your questions, considering factors such as low FODMAP diets and scientific evidence, and offer practical tips on how to enjoy juicing in a healthy and balanced way.

Oyster Mushrooms
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By Laura Tilt

Here at Field Doctor, we love oyster mushrooms and use this hero ingredient in many of our meals due to its health benefits and the wide variety of nutrients these mushrooms contain. Read our dedicated guide to see the benefits this low FODMAP mushroom has to offer.

Kale
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By Laura Tilt

Kale is a powerhouse of nutritional content and health benefits, often referred to as a superfood. Here at Field Doctor, we couldn't agree more, and this low FODMAP vegetable is featured as the hero ingredient in many of our delicious ready meals. Learn more about its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits, alongside its strong vitamin content, in our dedicated Kale guide.

Christmas Eating Tips For Gut Health
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By Laura Tilt

Our guide puts together 10 practical tips for eating over the Christmas and New Year festive period, which for many includes eating larger quantities and richer foods. For those with sensitive stomachs, issues with gut health, and conditions such as IBS, we know this time of year can be challenging! Explore our helpful advice for managing gut health over Christmas.

Mindful Eating: Does When and How You Eat Matter?
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By Mei Wan

It is an often overlooked fact that when and how you eat, rather than just what and how much you eat, impacts your digestive and overall health, alongside your mental wellbeing and relationship with food. In this guide, we will cover what the science says about mindful eating practices, alongside some top tips for mindful eating.

Chickpeas
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By Laura Tilt

We can't get enough of chickpeas at Field Doctor - they form the backbone of many of our meals due to their protein and nutritional profile. A staple of many diets, chickpeas provide many health benefits and are very useful when dieting for weight loss. Learn more in our comprehensive chickpea guide.

Health Benefits Of Fermented Foods
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By Laura Tilt

It can be hard to know what fermented foods to eat and how much of them is beneficial. Our guide aims to explore what fermented foods you can easily incorporate into your diet, alongside the health benefits of eating more fermented foods. Eating fermented foods is a great step in taking care of your gut microbiome and gut health, so see what the science says to back this up.

What Are The Benefits Of A Plant Based Diet?
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By Harpreet Sohal

There are often concerns surrounding plant-based and vegan diets, for example, how it may be difficult to get enough protein or other essential nutrients. Our guide explores how to follow a plant-based or vegan diet in a healthy way, ensuring you get all the right nutrients for general health.

Alcohol: To Drink Or Not To Drink?
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By Laura Tilt

There is so much conflicting information out there about what is a "healthy" amount to drink - from a glass at dinner to abstaining completely. Our article aims to explore the science behind alcohol and its incorporation in our diets to answer the questions: is it healthy to drink alcohol, and how much should I drink as part of a healthy lifestyle?

Aubergine
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By Dr. Linia Patel

Aubergine is one of our favourite ingredients, as they are key source of antioxidants and can help support heart health and blood sugar control. Read on to learn what minerals they contain and how to best incorporate aubergine into your diet.

How To Approach Festive Eating Mindfully
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By Mei Wan

It's a difficult time of year for those of us with conditions such as IBS, food allergies and intolerances, or disordered eating. Our top tips can help you be prepared to approach the Christmas and New Year eating season in a mindful and healthy way, knowing how to prioritise your health and wellbeing.

A Dietitian's Guide To Taking Vitamins
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By Dr. Linia Patel

And if so, what vitamins should I take? How much of each? There are so many questions surrounding taking vitamins, which we will unpack in our comprehensive vitamins guide. Learn when we recommend getting your vitamins from food, versus when taking additional vitamins is the extra boost you need.

Plant Diversity: How To Eat More Plants
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By Laura Tilt

And do I really need to eat 30 different plants a week? It's a hot topic at the moment, with our gut microbiomes coming into focus. Our guide will help you realise it's easier than ever to eat a diverse range of fruit and vegetables, and help to improve your gut microbiome.

Walnuts
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By Laura Tilt

We love adding walnuts to our meals at Field Doctor, due to their key nutritional benefits, such as their antioxidant and good fat content. Learn more about why we love walnuts so much in our walnut guide.

What Are Ultra Processed Foods (UPFs)?
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By Laura Tilt

Ultra processed foods are currently under the microscope, with questions being raised about how bad they are for our health and for those already dealing with conditions such as IBS and IBD. In this article, we explore what UPFs are, their impact on your health, and how you can continue to enjoy ready meals healthily with Field Doctor.

Fibre and Gut Health
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By Laura Tilt

Fibre is incredibly important for our overall health, but it can be hard to get enough or know what foods to eat if you have food sensitivities. You may be surprised at how much fibre you need to be eating, but we can help with some top tips on how to incorporate more fibre into your diet.

Why Semptember Is The Best Time To See A Dietitian
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By Mei Wan

It's a question many of us have asked before we take the plunge. September offers an ideal reset and opportunity period to begin to implement dietary changes, as the summer ends and we begin to implement routine back into our lives. Learn why this time of new beginnings can be best for implementing dietary changes and kick-starting your journey with a dietitian, alongside how a dietitian can help you.

Butternut Squash
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By Laura Tilt

Not only is butternut squash delicious, but it is also packed full of nutrients to contribute to your health. Learn more in our dedicated butternut squash guide, and explore why we feature this hero ingredient in so many of our healthy ready meals.

How To Eat A Balanced Diet
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By Mei Wan

A balanced diet starts with a balanced plate, but how exactly can this nutritional balance be achieved? In this article, we cover how to incorporate the five food groups onto your plate, in what proportions, and how to manage portion sizes and diversify the foods you eat.

All About Vitamin D
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By Dr. Linia Patel

Many of us are not getting enough vitamin D, but why is this a problem, and how can we keep our vitamin D levels high enough? Our guide covers what foods are a good source of vitamin D, and the health benefits this prohormone provides for our bodies.

The Healthy Menopause Diet
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By Laura Tilt

With menopause being such a time of transition, it can be hard when your previous dietary habits are not best supporting you on your menopause journey. Your diet and what foods you eat can help you manage perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms, so keep reading to learn the best diet to follow during menopause.

Tofu
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By Dr. Linia Patel

Tofu is a great meal component, rich in protein and many minerals. Learn more in our guide, alongside just what health benefits tofu provides and some additional cooking preparation tips..

Asparagus
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By Laura Tilt

Asparagus is a staple of many of our Field Doctor meals, and this nutritional powerhouse is not only great for you, but it tastes good too! Learn more about asparagus in our guide, including what nutrients it is rich in and how these benefit your body.

What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?
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By Kaitlin Colucci

There is a lot of misinformation surrounding Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and lots of misperceptions. Our article aims to address key questions such as what is IBS, what causes IBS, what dietary factors can impact IBS and lifestyle and dietary tips for managing IBS symptoms.

Intuitive Eating: What It Is & How To Do It
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By Laura Clark

Intuitive eating has gained a lot of attention recently; however, this is often in the context of how intuitive eating can help with weight loss. We want to address this link, focus on the overall benefits of intuitive eating and share some tips on how to intuitively eat.

Pro & Prebiotics
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By Kaitlin Colucci

Explore the guide to pro and prebiotics, including what they are, what the difference is between the two, who would benefit from taking probiotics and what the benefits are.

Red Quinoa
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By Dr. Linia Patel

Quinoa, a pseudo-grain with many health benefits, is an important hero ingredient, forming the backbone of many meals as they are a complete protein. Learn more about quinoa and how to best incorporate this superfood into your diet.

Carrots
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By Dr. Linia Patel

Carrots are a key hero ingredient in many of our healthy ready meals, packed full of vitamins and fibre and providing many health benefits. Learn more about what makes this hero ingredient so special.

Veganuary: What Are The Benefits?
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By Mei Wan

We often hear that switching to a plant-based or vegan diet can have great health benefits, but what does the science say? Here, we deep dive into the scientifically-backed health benefits of eating a plant-based or vegan diet, alongside some practical tips for getting started.

Weight Loss Goals
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By Mei Wan

Weight loss, even in small amounts, can have tremendous health benefits and greatly improve your quality of life. However, we often have issues with setting realistic weight loss goals and staying motivated. Dietitian Mei shares practical tips for setting weight loss goals, and what factors can inform your weight loss goals and guide your weight loss journey.

Low Carb Diets: FAQs
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By Mei Wan

HCPC Registered Dietitian Mei Wan covers all your frequently asked questions about low carb diets, including what carbs are, what is a low carb diet is, and what the benefits of eating a low carb diet are.

Can You Put Type 2 Diabetes Into Remission?
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By Mei Wan

HCPC Registered Dietitian Mei Wan covers all your frequently asked questions about type 2 diabetes, including what the science says about putting type 2 diabetes into remission, how to help put type 2 diabetes into remission, and what support is available for type 2 diabetes.

Food Allergy vs Food Intolerance
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By Laura Tilt

Knowing what kind of food sensitivity you suffer from is an important first step in creating an ongong management strategy and knowing what help to seek, and therefore it is of the utmost importance to understand.

Blue Zone Diet Tips
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By Laura Tilt

Live longer, healthier with a Blue Zone diet. But how exactly can you follow a Blue Zone diet at home? We share some easily incorporated tips on how to make small changes to your meals, with big health results.

Tempeh
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By Laura Tilt

This versatile ingredient forms the backbone for many meat-free meals, being a source of protein alongside many other essential nutrients. learn more about how to incorporate tempeh into your cooking.

A Heart Healthy Diet
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By Laura Tilt

And what should you eat following a heart healthy diet? Discover what foods you should be eating to maintain and improve your heart health, alongside the benefits of a Mediterranean diet for heart health.

What To Eat On A Low FODMAP Vegan Diet
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By Mairi Huntly

Ensuring you get the right nutrients on any kind of diet is essential - let alone combining more than one! Our guide aims to outline what foods you can eat while following a vegan and low FODMAP diet, including vegan and low FODMAP protein sources, calcium sources and iron sources.

Practical Tips to Maintain a Healthy Diet
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By Mei Wan

The hardest part about a healthy diet is keeping it going, which is why we've rounded up some practical tips and small nudges to help keep you on track with your diet.

Can Vegetarian Diets Be Healthy?
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By Mei Wan

It is often a concern that eating a vegetarian diet means you have to miss out on certain nutrients. This doesn't have to be the case if you are aware of possible nutrient deficiencies and ensure you incorporate sources of these in your meals.

10 Ways to Reduce Food Waste
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By Laura Tilt

There a a variety of small changes you can try to reduce food waste, from simple meal planning to composting food scraps. Our easy guide outlines 10 top tips you can try at home.

Brazil Nuts
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By Laura Tilt

Brazil Nuts are one of Field Doctor's hero ingredients, being packed full of essential nutrients and providing many key health benefits. Check out our guide to Brazil Nuts, alongside how to incorporate more of this nut into your diet.

Can Portion Control Stop Calorie Counting Once and For All?
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By Mei Wan

If you're struggling with strict calorie counting, shifting your focus instead to portion control and resizing your meals may be a healthier and more sustainable approach. Learn the science behind portion control, nd our suggestions of how to structure and size your portions for healthy, long-term weight loss.

91% of Adults Aren’t Eating Enough Fibre—Are You One of Them?
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By Laura Tilt

This month, we’re looking at how you can add more fibre to your diet, because 91% of UK adults aren’t eating enough of it. We asked our Dietitian Laura to start by explaining why fibre matters, and what you can gain from eating more.

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