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London Veg Box is part of a network that supports locally grown, planet friendly food. We're committed to working with farmers and our local community to create a better food system for London.
Foods You Can Freeze To Prevent Food Waste
Did you know you can freeze any leftover fruit & veg? Freezing food helps reduce waste and prevents some items from going mouldy. In this post, we'll tell you what fruit and veg you can pop in the freezer to enjoy later.
6 Summer Fruits to Include in Your Diet
Eating the recommended amount of fruits can help you achieve your health andnutrition goals in no time. Plus, since fresh fruits are also sweet and delicious,your health journey can be that much more delightful.
Improve Your Gut Health For A Better Immune System
If you’re looking to improve your immune system, your gut could play an important role. Your gut health and your immune system are closely linked, and changes to one can affect the other. Your gut is home to thousands of different species of microorganisms — including bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other microbes — collectively known as your gut microbiome. Some bacteria are associated with better health outcomes, others with poorer health outcomes. A healthy gut microbiome tends to include a wide range of different beneficial bacteria and is vital for a healthy immune system. It plays an important role in regulating your...
Why Broad Beans Are Good For You
With their verdant sheen and kidney-shaped curves, few vegetables rival broad beans in the looks department. True, a little effort in the form of double podding is needed to show them off. First you liberate the beans from their outer jackets (a doddle). Next, you immerse the beans in boiling water for two minutes, refresh them in cold, and drain them. Then by squeezing them gently, you can slip the seductive green beans out of their grey, papery skins. Broad beans are most definitely not fast food, but when you bite through their silky exterior into their sweetly leguminous floury...
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