Raspberry Chocolate Mousse (with a twist)
Just before a period (luteal phase) I’m a sugar fiend and while I would never suggest limiting it all together, making an alternative could help balance hormones and help with the dreaded PMS. Makes 4 Prep time: 10 mins Stage of Cycle: Luteal Phase Ingredients: 100g dark chocolate 4 tbsp honey 1 tbsp vanilla extract 5 tbsp oat milk 2 tbsp cocoa powder 2 ripe … Continue reading Raspberry Chocolate Mousse (with a twist)
Paella
Spring is starting to show early signs of creeping through this week and after BoJo’s announcement about England being able to come out of lockdown in June, well it’s got us feeling giddy with excitement for summer… so we made paella! Which is perfect for the Luteal phase of the cycle, this is when hormones plummet, mood swings are in full force and the carb … Continue reading Paella
Fig & Pistachio Rolls
Who doesn’t love a sweet treat, particularly washed down with a cup of tea (oh so British!). This bake has been designed for ovulation week, figs are iron and fibre rich and the nuts have protein – important for that particular stage of the menstruation cycle. Makes: 20 Prep & cook time: 1 hour, 45 mins Stage of cycle: Ovulation Ingredients: 140g plain flour 85g wholemeal flour … Continue reading Fig & Pistachio Rolls
Green Eggs and Ham Frittata
We’re on Ovulation week and it’s the time where our bodies are probably feeling fairly energetic, which means that carbs aren’t as necessary (that doesn’t mean they’re cut altogether) However, the body will naturally crave high protein and fats to maintain the positive energy. This dish is filled with those ingredients, high in Vitamin B and with fibre rich veggies! Serves 8 Prep & cook … Continue reading Green Eggs and Ham Frittata
Sesame Prawn Toast
Happy Chinese New Year! Ingredients: 200g prawns, raw and peeled (can be frozen, but make sure they’re fully defrosted) 1 garlic clove, chopped 3cm piece of ginger, grated 2 eggs 1 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp sweet chilli sauce 2 spring onions, finely chopped 4 slices white bread 2 tbsp sesame oil 100g sesame seeds Vegetable oil for frying Method: Preheat the oven to 120 … Continue reading Sesame Prawn Toast
Frying Pan Pizza
It’s National Pizza Day today! Which means there’s only one way to celebrate… Makes 4 Prep & cook time: 1 Hour 30 mins Ingredients: For the dough: 400 g strong wholemeal bread flour (can be white, I just had wholemeal in the cupboard & slightly better for nutrition purposes, but I’m not judging!) 1/2 tsp sea salt 7g dried yeast 1/2 caster sugar For the … Continue reading Frying Pan Pizza
Miso Caramel Nuts
Let’s talk about snacks baby! This snack has been created with the follicular phase in mind. It’s common that the hormones are still low – although they’re creeping in slowly but surely. You may find you have more energy in comparison to your menstrual week, so eating foods like miso is great for gut health and metabolism. Prep & cook time: 20 mins Stage of … Continue reading Miso Caramel Nuts
Banana Babka
Ok, ok I’m not forcing anyone to get into baking banana bread again, but this is a great alternative to that! Also the bananas and dark chocolate are great for reducing menstrual cramps and getting that sugar hit when you’re feeling low. This recipe is also egg free and if you replace the butter with margarine, you’ve got yourself a vegan bake! Serves: 8 Prep … Continue reading Banana Babka
Spicy Sizzling Sea Bass
The quickest, easiest dinner there is. This amazing dish can be on your table in just 10 mins. It doesn’t get much better right?! Using a tonne of ginger has been used to ease those nausea feelings, fish for the omega 3 and a gentle bit of *spice* (said in the voice of Chris Eubank) to warm you up. Prep & cook time: 10 mins … Continue reading Spicy Sizzling Sea Bass
Butter Chicken with Cumin Rice & Parsnip Chips
Takeaway dinners don’t have to only be at weekends. You can make this delicious dinner in the comfort of your own home (and with a hot water bottle stuffed down your tracksuit bottoms). This recipe has been created for menstruation week, not only for the comfort food factor but with specific ingredients that could help ease your symptoms. Turmeric and ginger are great anti inflammatory … Continue reading Butter Chicken with Cumin Rice & Parsnip Chips
