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With the end of Covid now finally in sight, many people are processing how they have changed over the last year — both physically and mentally. We break down why going forward with life after lockdown, we need to leave diet culture behind. 

Why We’re Leaving Toxic Diet Culture In Lockdown 

Couscous is a versatile food to be found in stews, salads and as a side dish, but is it gluten-free? Read on for your questions, answered. 

Barley is used in lots of foods — as a side or as a flavour enhancer. But is it gluten-free? Find out whether it’s safe for people with gluten sensitivities or coeliac’s disease, plus alternatives that are suitable for those on a gluten-free diet. 

Argan oil is a much sought-after ingredient for beauty and haircare products — so what is the history behind it, and what are the benefits? Read on for a full breakdown of the interesting ingredients you need to know about. 

Sourdough bread is a classic style that we can all agree is perfect for a morning avocado toast — but is it gluten-free? Find out the full lowdown here. 

Been wondering what are some good pre-workout food ideas? Keep reading for our favourite plant-based recommendations. 

We tried out some of the hot fitness trends tipped to be big in 2021 to see what we thought, what they’re all about and if they’re worth a go!

We Tried The Latest Fitness Trends (So You Don’t Have To)

Our lives are full of personal habits and preferences and the same is true when it comes to exercise. We’re drawn to certain times of the day and week to get our sweat on that benefits our working and personal lives. Our team discussed what suits them best!

Our Team Discuss Their Favourite Time Of Day To Work Out

With the long-awaited reopening of gyms and a renewed sense of motivation to get active on the minds of many, here are some of the brands making exercise as accessible and inclusive for all women that you need to know. 

3 Brands Making Fitness More Inclusive and Safe For Women

Sometimes feel like you’re too busy to fit in a workout? Here’s our guide to hacking your mealtimes with our favourite at home workouts — all of which can be completed while your allplants is heating up. 

4 Workouts To Do While Waiting For Your allplants To Cook

Coconut oil is the popular oil of choice for many in all things cooking and baking, as well as cosmetically too. So what are the benefits of coconut oil? Read on for all you need to know.

The tropical plant is a key ingredient in a variety of dishes — but what actually is it, and is it good for you? Find out this and more in this handy guide. 

Everything You Need To Know About Tamarind

Butternut squash is the bright-orange vegetable that appears in everything from summer salads to warming curries — but is it good for you? Here’s everything you need to know. 

The sirtfood gets attention for the fact that it includes dark chocolate and red wine into its plan — but what is the diet really, and is it vegan-friendly? Find out everything you need to know about the popular new diet. 

What Is The Sirtfood Diet, And Is It Vegan?

The iconic vegetable gets attention on halloween, but on other days of the year it can also get its time to shine in delicious culinary creations. So is it good for you? Read on for the nutritional lowdown. 

Brunch is always a good idea — but it’s perfectly possible to have a decadent brunch that’s healthy, too. Whether you’re looking for healthier, vegan versions of brunch classics or vegetable-packed brunch recipes, you’ve come to the right place. 

Fermented foods are staples in a range of diets and cuisines around the world, and the practice of fermenting is centuries old. So are there health benefits to eating fermented food? Find out everything you need to know.  

Castor oil is the secret ingredient people swear by in their beauty routines. So what is it, what are the benefits of it, and is it suitable for vegans? Find out everything you need to know below.  

A tasty addition in soups and stir frys or as a snack, brazil nuts are equally delicious as they are nutritious. Read on for the full lowdown on why they are a great ingredient to add to your grocery list. 

5 Reasons Why You Should Include Brazil Nuts In Your Diet

Freekeh is a great grain to get accustomed to, and can be cooked with to make delicious versatile dishes. So what actually is it? Read on for the full guide to freekeh, soon to be your new favourite kitchen cupboard hero. 

What is Freekeh And How Do You Cook With it?

Coconut sugar has become hugely popular around the world for people who are looking for a ‘healthier’ alternative to sugars and sweeteners. So what is it, and is it actually any healthier than other types of sugar? Read on for the full lowdown. 

What Is Coconut Sugar, And Is It Healthy?

Asparagus is delicious roasted, grilled and charred, and can make an excellent side or addition to a salad. But is it also healthy? Read on to find out what you need to know about the spring vegetable.

It may sound strange, but many people of different hair types swear by washing their locs in rice water. So what’s the science behind this, and what are the benefits of rice water for your hair? Read on to find out. 

Aubergines act as a great plant-based alternative in traditionally ‘meat’ dishes due to interesting and versatile ways to cook with it and its meaty texture. So how good for you is it really? We’ve got everything you need to know about the nutritional profile of the vegetable. 

Kombucha is the drink of choice for many who are looking for a fun way to kickstart your day. So what’s the science behind kombucha, and what are the benefits of the fermented drink? Read on for all the answers. 

The planetary health diet by name sounds like another fad, but actually you may find you’re already following it. In fact, the majority of the UK are, whether they know it or not. So what is it exactly, and why is it becoming increasingly popular? Read on for everything you need to know. 

If you’ve got your digital ear to the ground you might have come across the term ‘pagan diet’ recently, but what exactly does that mean? Keep reading to discover all the ins and outs including what you can and can’t eat and its supposed health benefits. 

Has the pagan diet piqued your interest and now you’re keen to try some recipes? You’ve come to the right place, you’ll find some of our favourite dishes that fit perfectly into the pagan diet. 

Coconut milk, water and sugar, move over — coconut flour is the ingredient many are adding to their grocery shops. Find out why it is gaining popularity, and the health benefits of coconut flour.

Brussels sprouts are often wheeled out during Christmas and can draw mixed reactions from any family at dinner, but actually they don’t get the credit they deserve. From nutritional benefits to unlocking its true potential with flavours, here are the reasons why brussels sprouts should be on your plate all year round.

Everything you need to know about Brussels Sprouts

Buckwheat is another food that people love incorporating into their diet, classed often in the prestigious ‘superfood’ group. So what is it, and why do people swear by it? Read on for a full breakdown of its benefits.

What Is Buckwheat And What Are Its Benefits?

Wheat germ is being added to cereals and granola concoctions for its range of health benefits. So what is it exactly, and what properties does it have that makes it an extra supplement for many? Read on to find out what you need to know. 

What Is Wheat Germ — And What Are Its Benefits?

Mate tea, otherwise known as yerba mate, has found more attention globally as it is now available more commercially — so what is it, and is it good for you?

What Is Mate Tea, And What Are Its benefits?

The viral TikTok video has created a wave of people trying ‘nature’s cereal’ with seemingly great reviews — so what exactly is it and why is it so popular?

What Is ‘Nature’s Cereal’ and Why Is it Taking Over Social Media?

Lentils can be a key staple in a vegan diet, and many who are plant-based rely on them for nutrients and protein. But can people who are on a gluten-free diet also eat lentils? Read on for the full lowdown. 

Do you see lots of calendar blocks in your coworkers' diaries saved for a lunchtime gym sesh? They might be onto something. 

5 Reasons Why You Should Exercise On Your Lunch Break

A popular drink amongst plant-based and dairy-free people, soy milk is the milk alternative of choice for many each morning for bowls of cereal or topping up coffees. So is it good for you? Find out everything you need to know about soy milk’s nutritional benefits here. 

Baobab powder has grown increasingly popular as a supplement, so what exactly is it and what are the benefits? We had a look at its nutritional value and why it may be worth getting in on the hype. 

What Is Baobab And What Are Its Benefits?

It doesn’t get more British than a mug of tea and crumpets, but how good for you are they really? We’ve done the research about whether crumpets are healthy, so read on for what you need to know. 

As we’re expected to drink several glasses of water each day, some may look to swap some of those with sparkling water. So does it make a difference, or is sparkling water bad for you? Read on for the full truth. 

Vitamin E supplements are increasingly popular as people look for ways to incorporate it into their skincare and health routine. So what exactly is vitamin E, what foods are naturally naturally rich in it, and what benefits are there in it? Read on to find out all things vitamin E.

Almond milk is a popular choice for those who are plant-based wanting to top up their teas, coffees and smoothies every morning — so is it good for you? Find out the nutritional benefits of the plant-milk here. 

From easing bloating to helping digest a big meal, herbal teas can act as an effective digestif. Here are our favourite brews to help bring you out of your post-dinner slump. 

Delicious hot or cold, hibiscus might be just the tea to start drinking every day. We break down what it is and some of its nutritional benefits. 

Peanuts are a popular snack for many across the world, but are they actually good for you? Read on to find out more about their nutritional value and benefits.

Maca has received a superfood label and many people are keen to see what the perks are of including it in one’s diet — so what exactly is it and what are the benefits?

What Are The Health Benefits of Maca Powder?

Salad is more than just soggy iceberg, so if you’ve ever made a salad that tastes bland — you’re making it wrong (and trust us, we’ve all been there). Here are some top tips to transform your salads from sad to sensational.

As face coverings steadily cement themselves further into our daily lives, we’re here to help you find the most sustainable options to stay safe when out and about, without having a negative impact on the planet. 

We asked around the allplants office for everyone’s must-read books on veganism. So if you’re looking to broaden your already well-read vegan horizons, or you’re starting to tread the water with learning about the food we traditionally eat, then this vegan reading list is your first stop towards all-round vegan knowledge. 

Here’s our quick guide to omega 3 and its role in the vegan diet, and beyond. What is it, which plant-based foods can I find it in and are there vegan omega 3 tablets? Discover how it can contribute to the maintenance of your health and its other beneficial effects. 

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Why We’re Leaving Toxic Diet Culture In Lockdown

Is Couscous Gluten-Free?

Is Barley Gluten-Free?

The Benefits Of Argan Oil

Is Sourdough Gluten-Free?

5 Best Vegan Foods To Eat Pre Workout

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