There are three main reasons why eating seasonally is beneficial: it’s better for you, it’s cheaper, and it’s better for the environment. Let’s discuss!

ntroducing Cru8’s latest innovation, their Keto Vegan Bagel. This is the answer to everyone’s low carb dreams. This bagel weighs in at just 3.5g of carbs per bagel versus 45g for a regular grain-based one! Made with organic ground almonds, psyllium, golden flax seed, coconut flour, and olive oil, Cru8’s Keto bagel is low carb and low sugar - perfect for a low carb or Keto lifestyle. 

in this blog post today I wanted to explain why that is, what inflammation is and how Cru8 can help.

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I founded Cru8 because I had seen first-hand the transformational power of eating a predominantly raw, low-sugar, low-carb diet. Since the beginning of my health journey I’ve recovered from a pre-diabetic condition, released 20lbs of excess weight, and recovered from depression - it’s no wonder I founded Cru8, I couldn't wait to share what I’d learned about the benefits of truly healthy eating.

I know exactly what it’s like: you start the day with the strong mental resolve “not to snack,” and then 3pm rolls around and you’ve had a stressful day, skipped lunch because there just wasn’t time and it’s oh so easy to make rash food choices that you know don’t work best for your body, or make you feel as healthy as you could be. In these circumstances what do we most likely reach for? Carbs and sugar!

The mind isn’t technically a muscle, far from it, but it’s a useful way to conceptualise it in order to start thinking along the lines of creating positive change on a cellular level. In this post we’re going to discuss how we can rewire our mind for happiness, and by extension, find positivity, calm, focus and attention - and it all begins with neuroplasticity.

You know when you say a word over and over so many times it loses its meaning accidentally?

‘Mindful’ has got to be one of those words. In the grand context of the wellness industry (‘wellness’ is undoubtedly also one of those words), the term mindful has been used to describe everything from exercise to meditation to self-care, and everything in between.

As the lockdown guidelines begin to ease here in England, our propensity to whip out the BBQ is on the rise. In fact, it’s actually National BBQ Week so what better time to explore some healthier options for our favourite weekend pastime.

Calling a sugar addiction a “sweet tooth” is an issue. When we familiarise, make a diminutive of, or give something a pet name, it has the instant effect of making whatever we’re talking about less threatening, cuter, and ultimately, more acceptable. 

Working at home rather than in your usual environment can make you feel less productive very quickly. It’s all too tempting to pop a wash on or bake a cake when usually during the hours of 9-5 you’d be somewhere where chores and kitchen experiments would have to wait. So we thought we’d put a post together on top tips for cultivating that focus during isolation...
 

It’s strange writing about Earth day at a time like this, when the whole world is gripped by fear, uncertainty and grief. Yet, surely one of the most positive things to come out of this worldwide pandemic is the beneficial impact that it’s having on our planet, its ecosystems, flora and fauna. Of course, any celebration of the positive climate change that’s already come into effect due to the covid-19 outbreak must be caveated, with the very real, very sad fact that as our natural world flourishes, man does not.

This palate pleasing recipe is chock-full of veggies to make your heart and health sing! It’s satisfying, fresh and filling, perfect to serve at a dinner party, or to keep to yourself. It’s high in fibre, full of vitamin C and contains numerous immune-boosting nutrients as well as bone-building manganese and vitamin K.
 

A smooth, creamy and gut health promoting soup, this cauliflower and cashew based recipe is also keto friendly. High in protein and fibre and low in carbs, this recipe provides optimal gut health through aiding digestion and supporting the elimination of toxins from the body. It also provides vitamin C, manganese and vitamin E which are potent antioxidants helping to keep our immune systems in tact.

A refreshing yet comforting cleansing green soup which is detoxing, anti-inflammatory and hydrating. This tasty soup packs a punch with its nutrient profile too including vitamins K, A and C. It is an excellent source of fibre, protein, magnesium and calcium. 

A delicious, healthy and tasty keto ramen recipe, perfect to stay on track for any season. This dish provides a simple and mouth-watering way of obtaining lots of key nutrients all in one meal. Making the swap from noodles to courgetti is smart as they are lower in calories, and loaded with important nutrients such as vitamin A, vitamin C, magnesium and potassium.

A flavoursome stew, with tasty sweet potato and protein-packed beans, for those evenings that require ultimate comfort and warmth. This stew uses kidney beans as it's base which are a healthful choice, packed with fibre and protein, and containing several key nutrients including iron, magnesium, potassium, folate and manganese. 

Why is it that at times of crisis we’re all flocking to the supermarket to stock up on loo roll rather than raiding the aisles at the health food store for immune boosting foods? Luckily, the best defence against a virus that we all (already) own, is our potent and incredibly complex immune system. In addition, adhering to a few of the guidelines in this blog post on how to boost and support your immune system will certainly help! So here goes…

First off, we hope that all of our wonderful customers are keeping well, not going too crazy at home, and in good health. These are unprecedented times, in which it’s even more imperative than ever to look after our health, because ultimately it’s going to come down to the strength of each of our individual immune systems if we do succumb to a virus infection! So rather than let that be a scary thought, (there is quite enough fear around at the moment, you only have to turn on the news or social media), we thought that we’d focus this blog post on the positive actions that you can take today that will positively impact your gut health and, therefore, the health of your immune system.