6 Green Vegetables That Can Help Manage Your Hypertension
It's always an excellent idea to include lots of green vegetables in your diet. But when you're dealing with hypertension, you'd want to know which particular vegetables can be more effective in managing your blood pressure levels. 1. Kale Kale is one of the most nutrient-dense vegetables. It contains calcium, beta-carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin. It's also a good source of vitamin K, vitamin C, and vitamin A in the form of beta-carotene. Kale is also rich in fibre. Also, research has shown that kale can lower high blood pressure. According to a study published in the Journal of Nutrition, this...
Six Ways Mums Can Transform Your Family’s Eating Habits for the Long Term
Every mum wants their kids to eat healthy meals because eating right is good for our bodies. But sometimes we get so busy and our plans of getting healthier food on their plates fall along the wayside. Sometimes, it's just easier to just grab something convenient on the way home or order in. But don’t let this discourage you. Getting your kids to eat healthier meals is not about overhauling everything; it’s more about taking small steps to make meals better. Here are four tips to make your family eat healthier, courtesy of SW Fruit & Veg. Explain the Benefits...
5 Reasons You Should Consider a Veg Box
Do you know the benefits of ordering a veg box? Many people don't, and they're missing out on a service that can help them be effortlessly healthier and more environmentally friendly. In this post, we'll tell you why you should consider a veg box. 1. It's Easy It's easy to do. You don't have to go to the supermarket and buy a ton of produce; you don't have to get a sack of potatoes, you don't have to buy anything big or bulky. You won't have to do any cumbersome website ordering either. You'll just have to decide how often you want your box to...
It's SW Fruit & Veg's 2nd Birthday!
SW Fruit & Veg is two years old! When SW Fruit & Veg began, we had no idea what to expect. We just knew we couldn't find what we wanted: supermarket shelves were empty and it was impossible to get an online delivery. So we got to work, helping those closest to us access the healthy food they needed and donating thousands of pounds worth of produce through our Donate A Box scheme. We've changed a lot since those early days. From the ability to now customise your box each week, to our new reusable crates, to our zero food waste policy. We've formed...
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