Food labels are the first thing we see when we pick a product off the shelf. A colourful badge, a green leaf or a reassuring claim can determine a purchase within seconds. But not all these words carry the same weight: some are backed by strict legislation and independent checks; others are simply marketing language […]
Superfoods and immunity are two words that very often appear together in marketing, though not always honestly. Packaging claims that one ingredient or another ‘boosts the immune system’, yet the immune system is not a muscle that can be strengthened with a single mouthful. It is a complex network that needs a continuous, varied supply […]
Healthy snacks for teenagers is a topic often presented as advice for parents, yet one that rarely reaches teenagers themselves. But after school, the picture is often this: the brain has used up some of its reserves, the body is tired, and there is still training, homework or simply time with friends ahead. That one […]
Natural sweeteners are one of the most frequently mentioned terms in today’s food industry. However, the word ‘natural’ on a pack does not guarantee that a product is automatically healthy or that its sweetness affects the body differently from refined sugar. The real difference lies not only in the source of the flavour, but also […]
Healthy snacking at home often turns into a negotiation: one person wants something sweet, another wants something crunchy, and another just wants something quick to prepare. When you have both young children and adults with different dietary preferences, finding a common denominator can seem like an impossible task. But research shows that choosing the right […]
More and more people have recently been choosing gluten-free foods, and not only for medical reasons. Many simply notice that bread, pasta or baked goods leave them feeling heavy, and that avoiding these foods helps them feel better. But when planning main meals, another pressing question soon arises: what can you eat as a snack? […]
The working day has a curious way of using up energy far faster than we expect. There is the morning lift from coffee, then lunch, and then that unannounced but familiar moment around three in the afternoon when your mind starts wandering and your hand automatically reaches for the drawer. Never mind that it contains […]
Article link: https://www.15min.lt/gyvenimas Article author: Aistė Turčinavičiūtė Lifestyle journalist Snieguolė, the creator of energy balls: desserts can be “guilt-free” too “How often do you fancy something delicious, only to feel guilty about all the sugar afterwards?” asks Snieguolė, voicing a question familiar to many. A few years ago, she solved this dilemma for her family by […]
30 plant foods? Nutrition specialists recommend eating a variety of plant foods to achieve a healthy, balanced diet. The advice is to consume at least 30 different types of plant food per week. This includes vegetables, fruit, nuts, seeds, grains, pulses, herbs and spices. This recommendation helps ensure that the body receives a variety of […]
Raspberries and baobab with dates Ingredients: almonds, Medjool dates, apricots, goji berries, baobab, raspberries, chilli. Apricots are low in calories and fat, and are also an excellent source of vitamins A and C. Almonds contain plenty of healthy fats, fibre, protein, magnesium and vitamin E. […]
