When most of us think of eating turkey it is usually in association with Christmas, thanksgiving or some other special occasion. The truth is, however, that turkey could be eaten all year around! Turkey is a good source of the vitamins B3 and B6 and also contains the minerals Zinc (boosts your immune system), iron (helps circulate oxygen around the body), Phosphorus, Selenium (helps create an enzyme that reduces damaging free radicals in the body) and Protein. Take a look online, there are hundreds of recipes that use turkey, go and get creative! Read more »

We aren’t talking about guitar tuners here but rather some of John West’s best! Tuna is a great source of protein as well as the other minerals Magnesium, Potassium, Phosphorus, Selenium and Omega 3 Fatty Acids. Omega 3 helps your brain and heart function and has even helped people with inflammatory issues such as arthritis. On top of these wholesome minerals, Tuna also boasts a collection of B vitamins such as B1, B3, B6 and B12 which all help boost your energy whilst fighting stress and helping your body’s immune system. Tuna makes a great snack and can be very easy to prepare! Either buy the cans (careful of fatty oils) from the super market for a quick bite or cook up a tuna steak with a bit of salad for a light, healthy meal! Read more »

Any foods made with soy beans such as Tofu, Tempeh, Miso and Soy Milk are good for you! Soy beans are a great source of protein and they contain no cholesterol! Soy beans contain the vitamins B1, B2, B6, E (great antioxidant), K, Folate and Choline. As if this onslaught of vitamins wasn’t enough the humble soy bean also contains the minerals Calcium, Magnesium, Potassium, Zinc, Iron, Phosphorus, Manganese (helps create an enzyme responsible for getting rid of free radicals the body makes during energy synthesis), Selenium, Copper, Protein, Fibre, Omega 3 and Flavonoids. Who would have guessed that all this goodness is harnessed in a humble soy bean! Read more »

Sardines may be small but they pack a big punch! Traditionally thought of as a smelly, oily, fish, Sardines can actually be prepared in a number of different ways and when stored properly don’t have much of an odor at all! Regardless of the stigma Sardines contain the vitamins B2, B3, B12 and D. On top of these excellent vitamins comes a wealth of minerals such as Calcium, Potassium, Zinc, Iron, Phosphorus, Selenium, Copper, Protein and Omega 3! We all know how good Omega 3 is for our health but did you know that protein and calcium are the major components of our bones and that Calcium also helps our muscles and nerve transmission? Read more »

Well it’s from the sea and it’s kind of orange…so it’s got to be good right? Well I’m not sure about the logical deduction but Salmon is really good for you! In fact, Salmon is one of the best known sources of Omega 3 Fatty Acids! It also contains the minerals Magnesium, Phosphorus, Selenium and Protein. If this wasn’t enough Salmon is also a good Source of the Vitamins A (needed for a healthy immune system), B3, B6, B12 and D. Salmon tastes great, is easy to prepare and as you can see it brings a wealth of good health too! Read more »

If it comes from the sea (and it’s not deep fried) there is a good chance it is pretty good for you and Prawns are no exception! In fact these little orange buggers are damn good for you! They contain the Vitamins B3, B12 and D but it is the massive amount of minerals that make it stand out. Prawns contain the minerals Magnesium, Potassium, Zinc (these last 3 are all needed to keep your nervous system healthy), Iron, Phosphorus, Selenium, Copper, Iodine (needed for your thyroid hormone production), Protein as well as Omega 3 fatty acids. Oh, and to top it all off Prawns also taste great and go together really well with a nice salad! Read more »

Holy Mackerel! Well, I’m not sure about “Holy” but it certainly is good for you! The list of good stuff this small fish contains is astounding. Mackerel contains the Vitamins B1, B2, B3, B6 and B12! That’s a big energy boost, not to mention the immune support! On top of these vitamins Mackerel also is a good source for Magnesium, Potassium, Phosphorus, Selenium, Iodine, Protein and Omega 3 Fatty Acids. Omega 3 Acids can help with brain function, promote healthy joints and skin and even help to reduce cholesterol. Maybe this little fish is Holy after all? Read more »