Food Quality

Govt votes to introduce GM food into UK next year

Govt votes to introduce GM food into UK next year

Genetically modified (GM) crops could be grown in England as early as next year after the government backed an EU vote to allow pesticide-resistant food to be planted in member states. Although other countries were given the option to ban GM crops, the UK government has opted to bring them into this country anyway. Campaigners say that the arrival of[Read More…]

Magnesium is great for converting Vitamin D and Calcium into usable form within our bodies

What’s so good about magnesium anyway?

We hear a lot about the benefits of Vitamin C, and D as well as the importance of maintaining a healthy immune system, but we often don’t hear about the health benefits of magnesium. Most of us kind of know it is good for us, but are perhaps not told why. One thing that magnesium is really for is it[Read More…]

Five amazing health benefits of strawberries

Five amazing health benefits of strawberries

It is that time of year again, when the weather is finally getting warmer and soups and hot drinks are swapped for ice-teas and strawberries on cream. And yes I do have a soft spot for iced-tea – and strawberries for that matter. With the summer season producing so many juicy, and delicious strawberries, it is perhaps comforting to know[Read More…]

Study shows spirulina may help cure lead poisoning and heal the liver

Study shows spirulina may help cure lead poisoning and heal the liver

Spirulina has long been recognised as a superfood for its beneficial effects on the human body and longevity. But now a new scientific study has helped to shed light on some of the other effects of spirulina. Spirulina is a natural type of algae. It is known for its ability to counter the effects of radiation poisoning, prevent cancer and[Read More…]

Cameron’s staff call police after visits from the priests

Cameron’s staff call police after visits from the priests

A group of priests found themselves on the wrong end of the law after staff members working on behalf of David Cameron contacted the police after they tried to deliver a letter about food poverty to his constituency office. Reverend Keith Hebden, a spokesperson for the End Hunger Fast campaign, visited Cameron’s constituency office in Whitney with the Bishop of[Read More…]