Many of us have been told to stay away from “processed foods” to eat healthier. However, it can be difficult to know where to draw the line. Are raisins unhealthy because they’ve been dried? Do we need to stop eating cheese or olive oil? Read on to find out what we really mean when we talk about processed foods and their health concerns.
The World Health Organisation recommends that “free sugars” (added or processed sugar) should make up less than 10% of our daily energy intake. However, only around 45% of the Swiss population are sticking to this guideline. Read on to find out some of our tips for getting your sugar intake down.
There are many reasons why you might be on the lookout for gluten-free meals. But cooking new recipes from scratch during the week can be pretty draining. Here are some of our top tips for easy gluten-free meals that you can enjoy in 30 minutes.
With 4 national languages, plus a high proportion of English and Portuguese speakers, a trip to the supermarket in Switzerland can be an overwhelming experience, and that’s before you even start trying to unpick nutritional labels. In fact, over 40% of the adult population regularly use more than one language. But don’t worry! Here’s our guide to understanding some of the signs and labels you’ll come across in supermarkets and grocery stores around Switzerland.
Whether it’s a first child or a second it can be difficult to know what to send to new parents. One of our favourite gifts is good food, especially when parents of new-borns may not have the time to prioritise their own meals!
For many people getting enough protein is one of the main concerns when trying to cut down on eating meat. Luckily, there are lots of vegetarian sources of protein to choose from. Below we list some of our favourite tips for adding protein to a vegetarian diet.
We all want to feel good in our bodies. Whether that means being able to run faster, having more energy or losing a few kilos to get your confidence back. Today we're going to talk about Janick's story of taking control of his diet with Powermeals.
Want to see what it's like behind the scenes in our kitchen? Last week an RTS film crew came and did just that. You can watch our segment on "A bon entendeur" below.
It can be hard to know what to pack an adult for lunch. But, taking lunch to work has many advantages, from saving money to eating healthier. Below we’ve summarised some of our favourite ideas on how to get a healthy lunch to the office, without spending hours cooking.
Veganuary is an annual challenge to follow a vegan lifestyle for the month of January. It was first started in 2014 to raise awareness of veganism and its potential benefits. Since then the movement has grown significantly with over half a million people expected to take part in Veganuary worldwide in 2022.
