Author: Healthy Diet Tips
The countdown to Christmas officially begins with an Advent calendar, and this year’s offerings include the return of a luxury chocolate fan-favourite…Following last year’s sell-out success, Belgian chocolate brand Guylian has brought back its Fairtrade Belgian chocolate calendar (£15.99) for Christmas 2026.The 24-day calendar features 24 of Guylian’s creamy sea chocolates and comes in three flavours:• Six Sea Salt Caramel Seahorses• Six Milk Truffle Seahorses• 12 Original Praliné SeashellsThe Sea Salt Caramel Seahorses combine smooth caramel with a hint of sea salt for a balance of sweetness and richness, while the Original Praliné Seashells feature Guylian’s signature hazelnut praline filling,…
Magnesium is a vital mineral that plays a key role in keeping both our bodies and brains functioning at their best. While it’s often chosen as a supplement to combat tiredness and fatigue, magnesium can also support healthy bones and maintain energy levels. Its benefits also extend to muscle function, making it a common addition to sports drinks and electrolyte-balancing products.While it’s usually possible to meet your magnesium needs through a diet rich in nuts, seeds and leafy green vegetables, some people may choose to take a supplement to boost their intake. Whether you’re addressing a specific deficiency or looking…
Struggling to achieve shatteringly crisp, golden chicken skin? The secret to irresistibly crunchy chicken often lies in the cut you choose, whether you crave juicy thighs for tacos or a crowdpleasing roast chicken for Sunday lunch.To uncover the secrets to the crispiest chicken skin, I spoke to Barney Desmazery, Good Food’s longest-serving member and a true chicken-skin connoisseur.How to get crispy chicken thighs or breast”My best tip is to weigh your chicken down – some people get a steak press, or you can do it by using another pan or a heavy lid. If you’re pan-roasting it, start it in…
You’ll find this dessert on most Italian restaurant menus, but the recipe can often be over-simplified into a quick and easy trifle that lacks skill and charm. It should be the perfect ending to a meal – rich and light with just enough of a boozy, coffee hit to pick you up.We’ve lightened things up a bit by incorporating another Italian dessert, zabaglione (a light custard), by whisking the egg yolks over hot water, and we’ve sprinkled a crunchy coffee and cocoa crumb over the top to add some texture. This is still a classic tiramisu, but even better.Tips for…
Protein bars can be a handy snack when you’re heading to the gym, squeezing in a run or trying to add more protein to a busy day. But the best protein bars vary a lot: some are high in protein and low in sugar, while others offer plant-based ingredients, fibre or slow-release carbs from oats.We tested popular protein bars from supermarkets like M&S and health stores like Holland & Barrett, along with sports-nutrition brands like ESN and Bulk. Our health and fitness experts also weighed up nutrition versus taste, with the Zoe Gut Health Bar taking our top spot for…
When it comes to supermarket food releases, ‘less is more’ certainly seems to be the current mantra. Gone are the endless lists of additives and exotic ingredients which you have to Google; increasingly, it’s all about stripping things back. With growing awareness of ultra-processed foods and shoppers progressively looking for products made with fewer, more recognisable ingredients, Tesco has launched its new Finest ‘Just X Ingredients’ meat range.It follows in the footsteps of M&S, whose Only…Ingredients range has already made minimal-ingredient shopping more visible, from 1-ingredient cornflakes to 7-ingredient baked beans, 5-ingredient ice cream and a range of pork and…
October brings thoughts of stews, squashes and apples – think apple harvests, apple-tasting days and the promise of toffee apples. Cosy autumnal baking recipes like French apple tart and sticky pear & ginger cake are also on the kitchen agenda.Autumn is a season of contrasting temperatures, not only outside, but also in our favourite dishes – such as steaming bowls of soup served with wedges of cheese on toast, chilled butter on jacket potatoes or a scoop of vanilla ice cream under a dense square of hot sticky toffee pudding.As well as these autumnal classics, there are plenty of lesser-known…
Is it cake or bread? A traditional Jewish bake, babka is a bit of both and sits as happily alongside a morning coffee as it does an afternoon cuppa. To take our version to the next level, we’ve stretched out the proving part of the process to give the dough maximum flavour, then we’ve made it even more cake-like by filling it with a frangipane mix. We’ve also twisted it in a different way to give the loaf more impressive layers.1. Know your doughSome babkas are made with a sweetened bread dough but we’ve used an enriched brioche base with…
Tens of thousands of you cooked and loved Esther Clark’s easy 30-minute meals this spring, so we asked her to create some new recipes for autumn. This time, she’s bringing seven brand-new comforting dinners, all ready in 30 minutes or less, developed exclusively for Good Food app subscribers.Each dish leans into everything autumn does best: rich, warming plates built around the season’s best ingredients, from cauliflower to cavolo nero to pumpkin, without demanding hours in the kitchen. Think cheesy cauliflower and beans, a creamy winter caesar with garlicky croutons, or pumpkin and chickpeas topped with a crispy chilli egg —…
It’s official, autumn has now arrived and the cosy season is upon us. While we may still be enjoying the last rays of summer sun, the cooler days and longer nights are swiftly drawing in, giving us the perfect excuse to hunker down with a bowl of warming comfort food. Whether you’re after a hearty sausage casserole, a bubbling pie or a vibrant veggie bake, these eight recipes are guaranteed to bring comfort and cheer as the leaves begin to fall.Make the most of autumn’s arrival by indulging in these seasonal dinners, then check out more of our October recipes,…