Diet and nutrition

Diet and nutrition

Lighter aubergine parmigiana

This aubergine parmigiana recipe is full of fibre and lower in fat and calories compared to the standard version.

Diet and nutrition

Sweet Potato and Bean Chili

This vegetarian chili is packed with flavour and a great low-calorie alternative from a meat chili.

Diet and nutrition

Lighter aubergine parmigiana

This aubergine parmigiana recipe is full of fibre and lower in fat and calories compared to the standard version.

Diet and nutrition

Chinese Pork and Vegetables

If you’re looking to get a bit more colour into your diet after a long winter, then here is a dish that can spice up mealtimes.

Diet and nutrition

Chicken and Vegetable Satay

If you are looking for a dish that is light and a bit different, then this chicken and vegetable satay is for you. It's also both gluten and dairy free.

Diet and nutrition

Christmas Oat Cookies

These cookies are based on the Dutch Speculaas which pack the taste of Christmas, so why not bake some as a gift or just keep them for yourself!

Diet and nutrition

Christmas Stuffed Butternut Squash

This vegan stuffed butternut squash dish is a great alternative to the usual nut roast for the festive season and is packed full of important vitamins.

Diet and nutrition

Mulled Cranberry and Pomegranate Jelly

Mulled Cranberry and Pomegranate Jelly - the perfect winter-spiced jelly to enjoy this festive season with all of the mulling spices, just without the alcohol.

Diet and nutrition

Vegan Bacon Salad Sandwich

Sandwiches are a staple for lunch here in the UK, so why change that if you're a vegan or looking to increase your intake of meat-free meals!

Diet and nutrition

Crustless quiche

This is a great dish full of vitamin C and providing us with two of our five a day - perfect for a summer picnic.

Diet and nutrition

Apple and nut squares

These no bake bars are so easy to make and offer a fantastic snack option if you’re looking for something a little sweeter.

Diet and nutrition

Apple and plum chutney

This delicious chutney recipe is a great way to use up those apples from the tree in the garden during the autumn months.

Diet and nutrition

Cheese and spinach stuffed portobello mushrooms

A delicious vegetarian appetiser full of protein, low in fat and high in fibre.

Diet and nutrition

Wholegrain cranberry and orange muffins

These muffins offer a twist on a tasty classic snack, bursting with flavour and packed full of fibre.

Diet and nutrition

Bacon wrapped turkey breasts with cranberry glaze

A whole turkey might not be on the menu this year, but you can have all the great taste in smaller portions regardless of how many you are cooking for!

Diet and nutrition

Vegetable ramen

Ever had ramen before? This warming noodle dish is loaded with vegetables to help your daily intake.

Diet and nutrition

Creamy avocado and spring green pasta

Avocado makes a great creamy base for pasta sauces and this recipe is paired with spring veggies to make a quick and easy dinner.

Diet and nutrition

Chilli and garlic prawns

A classic tapas dish that’s fresh, full of flavour and easy to prepare and cook!

Diet and nutrition

Roasted garlic and pumpkin hummus

Making hummus has never been easier with this healthy snack.

Diet and nutrition

Middle Eastern lamb bowl

Taking inspiration from Middle Eastern flavours, this dish is the best of both worlds being fresh as well as comforting and warming.

Diet and nutrition

Apple and rhubarb crumble with oat and walnut topping

A take on a classic dessert using seasonal fruits, making this crumble a great dessert option for the spring months.

Diet and nutrition

Carrot, kale and red lentil soup

A hearty, chunky soup using seasonal veg that is easy to cook in bulk and freezes well.

Diet and nutrition

Caribbean jerk jackfruit salad

Mix up your meals with exciting vegetarian options, such as this easy jackfruit salad.

Diet and nutrition

Bite sized vegan sausage rolls

A picnic favourite with a vegan twist!

Diet and nutrition

Paprika halloumi skewers

Fire up the BBQ, we’ve got some tasty paprika and halloumi skewers on their way and they won’t stay on there long once you’ve had a taste!

Diet and nutrition

Pumpkin quinoa salad

Here’s another way to turn those pumpkins into a tasty meal! Serve on a bed of spinach and top with orange segments for a quick lunch or dinner.

Diet and nutrition

Spinach and herb omelette

You can’t beat an omelette in the morning with this easy recipe that’s packed full of essential nutrients.

Diet and nutrition

Cottage pie with fiery parsnip mash

Parsnips are at the heart of the winter crop, but have you ever thought of using them on top of a classic cottage pie?

Diet and nutrition

Open baked vegetable tart

Try this delicious golden puff pastry tart as a vegetarian main that looks like a work of art!

Diet and nutrition

Gluten-free hot cross buns

Enjoy a traditional spring favourite and make your own hot cross buns. These are a gluten-free version full of flavour.

Diet and nutrition

Zingy chicken with bulgur wheat

Step into spring with this fresh, zingy chicken with bulgur wheat dish.

Diet and nutrition

Avocado potato salad

Quick to prep and easy to make, try this twist on a classic picnic dish. Perfect for a BBQ accompaniment too.

Diet and nutrition

Oats three ways

Try our three different oat recipes, including a porridge, overnight oats and bars - all with only four ingredients each.

Diet and nutrition

Slow-cooked chicken fajitas

A slow-cooker version of the Mexican classic - chicken fajitas

Diet and nutrition

What hidden sugars are there in our food?

We take a look at the different types of sugar, which of those we should cut back on and how some sugars can be found in foods you might not expect.

Wellbeing

Food to fuel your feelgood

Can the food you eat really improve your mood? Yes, according to Raj Kundhi, Registered Associate Nutritionist (ANutr), here at AXA Health.

Diet and nutrition

Diet: keeping things interesting

Healthy eating doesn’t have to mean taking the enjoyment out of food. It’s possible to have fun and make delicious meals using healthy ingredients with a few little tricks and hacks along the way. Ceitanna Cooper, Registered Associate Nutritionist at AXA Health shares her top 6 tips for keeping your diet interesting.

Diet and nutrition

Energy boosting foods

Our physiologist shares his nutrition tips to help increase your daily energy levels, as well as which foods can help keep you healthy.

Diet and nutrition

Making tasty and delicious salads

Salads may once have conjured up an image of limp leaves and tasteless tomatoes, but not any more. AXA Health associate nutritionist, Raj Kundhi shares her tips for making vibrant, nutritious and above all, delicious salads worth celebrating!

Heart

How much salt should you eat per day?

We need a certain amount of salt in our diet but too much can cause high blood pressure and increase the risk of heart disease and stroke. We look at how to get the balance right.

Diet and nutrition

The psychology of eating: cultivating a healthy relationship with food for better mental health

AXA Health nutritionist and physiologist, Polly Smith explores the link between our diet and our thoughts and feelings, as well as how to develop a healthy relationship with food.

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A nutritionist's tips to develop healthy eating habits

How can you develop healthy eating habits? AXA Health nutritionist shares his top tips

Diet and nutrition

Top 10 superfoods

We've compiled a comprehensive list of the top 10 superfoods that can help supercharge your health and contribute to a balanced and nourishing diet.

Wellbeing

Metabolism and weight loss: myth vs fact

We explore metabolism and weight loss and why it's a complex biochemical process that has become somewhat skewed by various myths around its role in weight loss.

Diet and nutrition

Nutrition for good health

Liverpool FC’s Head of Nutrition, Mona Nemmer joined our panel of experts to discuss the important role nutrition plays in achieving overall good health and share their top tips for fitting a healthy diet into our busy lives.

Diet and nutrition

Vegetarian protein diet

AXA Health physiologist Anna Fountain explains how a vegetarian diet can go hand in hand with meeting your necessary protein needs.

Diet and nutrition

Thinking of going vegan? Here’s what you need to know

Diet and nutrition

Dairy free milk alternatives

It’s becoming more common for people to have alternatives to cow’s milk in their diet, with almost a quarter of Britons consuming the plant-based alternatives.

Diet and nutrition

What is cholesterol and how can you reduce it?

What is cholesterol, what causes our levels to rise and which foods can help lower it and keep it in check?

Diet and nutrition

10 diet and nutrition myths explained

AXA Health physiologist and nutritionist, Thomas Rothwell sorts food fact from fiction to help you make the best decisions when it comes to your diet and boosting your overall health and wellbeing.

Diet and nutrition

How to have a healthy gut

Gut health is the cornerstone of our immune system, helping to fend off illnesses and help us thrive. We explore which particular foods that can help.

Wellbeing

Top five tips for healthier BBQ food

Registered nutritionist, Ceitanna Cooper shares her top 5 tips to prepare and cook healthier BBQ food.

Diet and nutrition

How to lose weight well

We look at the basic science behind losing weight safely, as well as highlighting exactly what a calorie deficit is.

Wellbeing

The health benefits of bananas

From packed lunch staple, to post work-out snack, breakfast cereal topper and pancake filler – there are many ways we use the under-rated banana to satiate our appetite. But did you know this nutritional powerhouse is loaded with more health-giving good stuff than we might give it credit for?

Diet and nutrition

Fat versus fiction

There are many misconceptions about fat. There are different types and, while some of them are bad for us, others are good, and some are essential. We help clear things up and separates the myths from the facts.

Wellbeing

Vitamin D deficiency

What is vitamin D? And what happens if you don’t get enough? We explore how much we need and the role it plays in your health and wellbeing.

Wellbeing

How much is too much alcohol?

In the long-term, excessive drinking of alcohol can cause many health problems. Find out how alcohol affects different parts of your body and try our expert tips to help you cut down.

Wellbeing

8 good reasons to curb your caffeine cravings

Nothing peps up your morning or turns around your afternoon slump like a cup of tea or coffee, but caffeine can disrupt our much-needed sleep and it's addictive too, so here leading psychologist, Dr Mark Winwood shares 8 reasons to try to cut down.

Diet and nutrition

Herby rice salad

This rice-based recipe is full of vitamins that can help boost your immune system. It's quick and easy to make and great for lunches.