Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking Soda)

Quinoa Tabbouleh

Banana & Strawberry Pancakes

Banana Breakfast Oats

Chickpea Scramble

Greek Chickpeas On Toast

Vegan Chocolate Brownies

Mid-January can make us feel all a bit lost, but it’s time to get back to routine! Now the festive period is done and dusted, it’s time to get back into the flow of things. Which might mean focusing on healthy eating, keeping active, reducing alcohol intake, embarking on your New Year’s Resolutions! All this in mind, we thought we would recommend our January Detox Range! Featuring: Clipper Teas – Detox/Nettle/Dandelion These Herbal Teas can be great for Bloating, Indigestion, Water Retention, Soothing for your tummy after an indulgent Christmas. 3 cups a day in between meals.https://wholefoodearth.com/pages/search-results-page?q=tea&page=2 Together Vitamin D –This Sunshine Vitamin is harder to come by at this time of year, so supplementing in the wintery months is vital. Vitamin D is amazing for your energy levels, bone health, low mood, teeth, hair, skin and nails. Overall Vitality and certainly puts a spring into your step! This product is Vegan Friendly too! (Please consult with your GP/Health Care Professional if unsure or on any Medication) https://wholefoodearth.com/products/together-health-vegan-vitamin-d3-food-supplement-30-capsules Willy’s Kombucha Kombucha is fabulous for your digestion. The Apple Cider Vinegar version is a power packed Detox Drink, rich in natural probiotics. Customers say they feel energised and invigorated with improved digestion. Also great for Colds, Sore Throats, Hair Skin and Nails, Tummy Upset and so much more! The Apple Cider Vinegar Edition comes in three flavours: Apple, Blackcurrant and Raspberry and Introducing Willy’s Ginger Beer – Alcohol Free! Ginger is great for Nausea, Sickness, Stomach Discomfort and Indigestion. (Please consult with your GP/Health Care Professional if unsure or suffer with any Medical Conditions)|https://wholefoodearth.com/products/willys-ginger-kombucha-beer-250ml Donat Water Donat is back in stock! High in demand, this Magnesium Water is magical. Not only great for Indigestion, Heart Burn, Constipation you name it! It is also great for those suffering with Muscle Cramps, Restless Leg Syndrome, Stiffness, Muscle Spasms, Aches and Pains, Low Mood & Stress, Energy levels and may even help you sleep! Magnesium is an adaptogen and adapts to what your body needs. Drink daily for optimum efficiency. https://wholefoodearth.com/products/donat-mg-magnesium-water Wholefood Earth Soya Mince/Chunks A lot of us look to reduce processed and rich foods in the New Year. By swapping meat for plant-based meat alternatives, you will be reducing your fat and cholesterol intake and increasing protein and fibre. Two nutrients vital for helping you feel full, energised, for muscle recovery and overall health. Why not try our Soya Mince in your Bolognese, Cottage Pies, Chilli etc and the Chunks in Stir Fries, Casseroles, Curries, Salads and more! Simply rehydrate in boiled water for 15 mins to an hour depending on the texture you like and mix into your cooking! Super healthy, Versatile, Low Fat, High Protein…Yay! https://wholefoodearth.com/pages/search-results-page?q=soya+mince Pop into our Ramsgate store to see the full range or shop online!

Introducing Wholefood Earth's new product listing - Vital Wheat Gluten.Famous for the creation of Seitan - the vegan meat alternative!Vital wheat gluten is a natural protein source found in wheat. It is a powerful flour that is almost pure gluten. It is made from wheat flour that has had the gluten activated during a dehydrating process, removing all other ingredients except the gluten. Wheat gluten has very little starch content and a fantastic way of making dough elasticated. Vital wheat gluten is great for bread making as it helps to increase the gluten content of the bake. It is equally as great used in muffins, cakes and other bakes such as tarts and pastries where you are working with yeast ingredients. A small amount added to yeast bread recipes improves the texture and elasticity of the dough. When combined with water it becomes highly elastic and has a sticky like texture. Vital Wheat Gluten is a natural and very effective raising agent, helping your bread fill out perfectly and evenly, giving it more volume. It can be especially helpful for baking bread made with whole grain flours and coarse cereals. Vital Wheat Gluten can ensure recipes that require fruit, nuts and seeds, chocolate chips etc stay firmly held together and a good binder too! Brilliant for binding Vegan Meatballs, Burgers, Tofu etc. To make Seitan: Mix Vital Wheat Gluten with spices and add water to make a dough. When the gluten dough is cooked either by steaming, baked or boiled it becomes chewy with a meat style texture! See the range of sizes online and in store today! We sell in bulk so perfect for cafes, restaurants and keen cooks alike!

Happy Halloween! Welcome to October,The air is slowly cooling, leaves are falling from the trees, the outdoors become covered in deep colours of orange, red and brown, the distinct aroma of bonfires tickle our nostrils, our favourite fruits and vegetables come into season and probably the most well known event October is known for...Halloween!Halloween has been a favourite annual event for decades, beginning from Celtic Harvest Festivals.Today we celebrate Halloween in various ways, the most common would be a big party, dressing up in comedic and spooky costumes, carving pumpkins, knocking on your neighbours door for candy, the traditional 'Trick or Treat'With this in mind we thought we would share Healthy Hints & Tips for an alternative Halloween. Maybe you want to reduce added sugar from your or your families diet? Or simply to try some new exciting foods?1. Seeds - Pumpkin,Sunflower,Black Sesame seedsSeeds are easy to nibble, savoury to taste and black sesame seeds give a spooky look to compliment the theme. You could roast seeds with a splash of Soy or Tamari sauce, Salt and Pepper, spices like Paprika, Chilli flakesRich in fibre, essential fats, minerals for overall health.2. Fruit - Dried Dates, Apricots, Banana, Figs, Cranberries, RaisinsDried fruit contains sweet natural sugars, great for a natural energy boost and appealing to all ages! No added sugar, rich in fibre, Iron and Vitamin C!3. Nuts - Peanuts, Brazil, Macadamia, Pecans, Cashews We understand that Nuts may be a NO GO when it comes to children's snacks. However for those who may choose to eat Nuts, they are power packed with protein, essential fats, minerals, help you feel satisfied without feeling the need to eat more. Rich and creamy to taste, also Nut Butters e.g. Peanut butter, Almond Butter, Cashew butter are lovely to dip carrot sticks in or spread on a cracker, bread sticks etc.4. Dairy Free Chocolate/SweetsFor a tasty treat, brands like Moo Free cater for those who are allergic or choose to avoid Dairy, Soya, Gluten. We sell Mini Moo Bars, perfect for a little snack for the sweet tooths out there!Gelatine Free Gummy Sweets - Sour fruits or Cola we sell packets of Vegan sweets that can be shared5. Fruit and Nut BarsBrands such as 'Nakd, Beond Organic,Trek, Cliff, Meridian'Make healthy snack bars that give you on the go energy, they may be small but they pack a punch of slow release energy! 6. Dips and ChipsWe stock a wide range of Gluten free, Vegan Crisps and Dips. So many yummy flavours of crisps made from Lentils, Quinoa, Hummus, Corn instead of the considered unhealthier high fat potato chips.No added sugar dips and relishes to tantalise your taste buds!We hope this helps and have a happy and safe Halloween!All products listed are available online and in our NEW Ramsgate Store!WholeFood Earth22, Leigh RoadHaine Industrial Estate4032277001622RamsgateCT12 5EU

Stand in front of a shelf of salt these days and it can be baffling. Pink, grey, black, fine, coarse, flaky, cheap and expensive, all promising something a little different. The truth is that most salts are chemically very similar, but they vary in crystal size, mineral traces, how they are made and, above all, what they are best used for. Here is a clear guide to the main kinds of salt and which one to reach for depending on the job. First, a quick reality check Almost all edible salt is mostly sodium chloride. The differences between them, the trace minerals and subtle flavours, are real but small, especially given that we use salt in tiny amounts. So while the fancier salts have genuine charms, it is worth choosing them for their flavour, texture and how they suit a particular task, rather than expecting big health differences. Whatever salt you choose, health guidance is the same: keep your total salt intake within sensible limits. Everyday table and cooking salt Standard table salt is fine-grained, inexpensive and dissolves quickly, which makes it a practical all-rounder for cooking. It is usually heavily refined and often contains anti-caking agents to keep it free-flowing, and in some countries it is fortified with iodine. Its fine, even grains make it reliable for baking, where precise, consistent seasoning matters. If you prefer something less processed, a fine natural salt does the same everyday job without the additives. Himalayan pink salt Himalayan pink salt is a rock salt, mined rather than harvested from the sea, and its pretty pink hue comes from traces of minerals such as iron. It is unrefined and additive-free, with a clean flavour, which makes it a lovely everyday choice. The fine version is ideal for general seasoning and cooking, so our Fine Himalayan Salt works as a natural everyday salt. The Coarse Himalayan Salt is perfect for salt grinders and for brining, where you want larger crystals. Celtic and grey sea salt Celtic sea salt, traditionally hand-harvested along the coast of Brittany, is unrefined and keeps its natural moisture, giving it a soft, greyish colour and a gentle, mineral-rich flavour. It is a beautiful salt for cooking and, especially, for finishing, sprinkled over a dish just before serving to add flavour and a little texture. Our Celtic Grey Sea Salt from Guérande is a classic example, sun-dried and additive-free. Many people find its moist, mineral character means a little goes a long way. Flaky finishing salt Flaky sea salt has large, delicate, pyramid-shaped crystals that are made for finishing rather than cooking. Scattered over a finished dish, a caramel, a piece of roasted meat or even chocolate, it delivers little bursts of salinity and a satisfying crunch. It would be wasted stirred into a pot, where it simply dissolves, so keep it for the final flourish. Smoked salt for a barbecue depth If you love a savoury, smoky flavour, smoked salt is a wonderful thing to keep in the cupboard. It is made by slowly cold-smoking sea salt over wood, so the smokiness is entirely natural rather than a bottled flavouring. Hickory is a classic choice, giving a rich, mellow, barbecue-like character. Our Hickory Smoked Sea Salt Pyramid Flakes combine that smoky depth with delicate, hollow pyramid crystals that melt quickly, making them brilliant for finishing. Sprinkle them over roasted vegetables, grilled corn, chips, eggs, popcorn or even a rich chocolate dessert to add a moreish, savoury smokiness. Like other finishing salts, they are best added at the end so the flavour and texture really come through. Black salt (Kala Namak) Black salt, or kala namak, is a special case with a very particular use. It is a sulphurous rock salt with a distinctly egg-like aroma, and it is prized in Indian cooking and, increasingly, in plant-based kitchens. A pinch gives vegan dishes like tofu scramble a remarkably egg-like flavour. Our Kala Namak Fine Black Salt is the one to reach for when you want that savoury, eggy note. It is a seasoning for specific dishes rather than an everyday salt. Rock salt for grinders and brining Coarse rock salt and other large-crystal salts are the workhorses for specific tasks. Their big crystals are ideal for topping up a salt grinder, for making brines to flavour and tenderise, and for salt crusts and preserving. You would not usually season a finished plate with them, but for these jobs they are exactly right. One salt that is not for eating: Epsom salt It is worth clearing up a common source of confusion. Epsom salt is not a culinary salt at all. It is magnesium sulphate, a completely different compound, traditionally dissolved in a warm bath to soak tired muscles and aid relaxation. Our Epsom Bath Salts are for the bathroom, not the kitchen, so never use them for cooking. If a recipe calls for salt, it never means Epsom salt. Which salt for which need? To pull it all together: for everyday cooking and baking, a fine table or fine Himalayan salt is your reliable choice. For finishing a dish with flavour and texture, reach for a flaky or moist grey Celtic salt. For salt grinders and brining, use coarse Himalayan or rock salt. For vegan cooking that wants an eggy flavour, keep some black salt to hand. And for a relaxing soak rather than the dinner plate, that is where Epsom salt comes in. Different salt for different needs There is no single best salt, only the right salt for the job. Once you know that fine salts are for cooking, coarse salts are for grinders and brines, flaky and grey salts are for finishing, black salt is for that special eggy note, and Epsom salt is strictly for the bath, the shelf stops being confusing. Keep a couple that suit how you cook, use them thoughtfully and in moderation, and you will get the best from each.

Those golden flakes of nutritional yeast, or nooch as it is affectionately known, are one of the most useful things you can keep in a plant-based kitchen. With a savoury, cheesy, umami flavour and no dairy at all, they can add depth to all sorts of dishes, if you know how to use them. If you already have a tub and are wondering what to do with it, this guide is packed with ways to make the most of it. A quick reminder of what it is - versatile, savoury seasoning In short, nutritional yeast is a deactivated yeast, grown as a food and dried into flakes to be used as a savoury seasoning rather than to make bread rise. If you would like the full story on what it is and how it is made, our guide to what nutritional yeast is covers it in detail. Here, we are focusing on the fun part: how to cook with it. Why does everyone love the flavour? The big appeal of nutritional yeast is its taste. It has a naturally savoury, nutty, cheesy quality with a satisfying umami depth, which is remarkable given that it contains no dairy at all. That is exactly why it has become such a favourite in plant-based cooking: it delivers a cheesy, moreish flavour without cheese, making it invaluable for anyone who is vegan, dairy-free or simply cutting down on cheese. It is a big part of why nutritional yeast has remained popular rather than fading as a passing fad. Is nutritional yeast good for you? Nutritional yeast has a genuinely useful nutritional profile. It is a source of plant protein and contains fibre, and it naturally provides B vitamins. Many versions, including ours, are also fortified with vitamin B12, which is particularly valuable because B12 is difficult to obtain from a purely plant-based diet and is important for normal energy and nervous system function. This makes fortified nutritional yeast a handy addition for vegans and vegetarians. One thing to check is the label, because not all nutritional yeast is fortified with B12. If B12 is a reason you are buying it, look for a product that specifically states it is added. Our Nutritional Yeast Flakes with B12 are fortified, so you get that benefit alongside the flavour. As with any food, it is best enjoyed as part of a varied, balanced diet rather than relied on alone. How to use nutritional yeast This is where nooch really shines, because it is wonderfully easy to use. The simplest approach is to sprinkle it, like a savoury, cheesy seasoning, straight onto finished food. Try it over pasta in place of grated parmesan, shaken onto popcorn for an addictive snack, or scattered over roasted vegetables, soups, salads and jacket potatoes. It also works beautifully stirred into cooking. It is the key ingredient in most vegan cheese sauces, giving that classic cheesy flavour to a mac and cheese made without dairy. Add it to risottos, scrambled tofu, mashed potato, gravies and dressings for extra savoury depth, or stir a spoonful into soups and stews. A little brings a lovely richness, so start modestly and add to taste. Nutritional yeast versus other yeasts It is worth clearing up a common confusion. Nutritional yeast is not the same as baker's yeast, which is alive and used to make dough rise, so the two cannot be swapped. It is also different from brewer's yeast, which is a by-product of beer making and tends to taste more bitter. Nutritional yeast is grown specifically as a food, deactivated, and valued for its pleasant, savoury flavour rather than any rising or brewing power. Strong trend Nutritional yeast is far more than a passing health trend. It is a versatile, savoury seasoning with a genuinely useful nutritional profile, especially when fortified with B12, and its cheesy, umami flavour has earned it a lasting place in kitchens well beyond the vegan community. Keep a tub to hand, sprinkle it generously, and you will quickly see why nooch has such a devoted following.

Carob has quietly been a favourite in health food shops for decades, often described as a natural alternative to chocolate. But what exactly is it, how does it compare to cocoa, and is it any good? If you have spotted carob powder on the shelf and wondered whether it is worth a try, here is a complete, honest guide to this naturally sweet ingredient. What is carob? Carob comes from the pod of the carob tree, an evergreen native to the Mediterranean. The long, leathery pods are dried, roasted and ground into a fine powder that looks a little like cocoa. Carob has been eaten for thousands of years around the Mediterranean and Middle East, both as a food and as a natural sweetener. The powder has a warm, malty, naturally sweet flavour with caramel notes, which is why it is so often compared to chocolate. How is carob different from cocoa? Although carob and cocoa look similar and are used in similar ways, they are quite different. The most important distinction is that carob is naturally sweet, whereas cocoa is naturally bitter, so recipes using carob often need less added sugar. Carob is also naturally free from caffeine and theobromine, the stimulant compounds found in chocolate, which makes it popular with people who are sensitive to caffeine or who want something to enjoy in the evening. Carob is lower in fat than cocoa too, and it brings its own fibre. The honest caveat is that carob does not taste exactly like chocolate. It is delicious in its own right, but it has a distinct malty, fruity character, so it is best appreciated as its own ingredient rather than expected to be an identical swap for cocoa. Is carob good for you? Carob has some genuinely appealing qualities. It is a source of fibre, contains various minerals, and is naturally caffeine-free, which sets it apart from chocolate. Because it is naturally sweet, it can help you cut back on added sugar in baking and drinks. That said, it is best thought of as a wholesome, enjoyable ingredient rather than a superfood or a health cure. As with anything, the benefits come from using it as part of a varied, balanced diet. How to use carob powder Carob powder is wonderfully versatile and can be used much like cocoa. Stir it into warm milk or a plant-based alternative for a naturally sweet, caffeine-free hot drink, a lovely bedtime option. Add it to smoothies, porridge and yoghurt for a mellow, chocolatey sweetness. In baking, use it in cakes, brownies, biscuits, flapjacks and energy balls, remembering to reduce the sugar a little because carob is already sweet. It also works beautifully alongside ingredients like banana, dates, orange and nut butter. Our Organic Carob Powder has no added sugar and is an easy way to start experimenting. Can you swap carob for cocoa in recipes? Yes, with a couple of tweaks. As a rough guide, carob powder can replace cocoa powder in roughly equal amounts, but because carob is sweeter and less bitter, it is worth cutting back on the sugar in the recipe and tasting as you go. The flavour will be gentler and maltier rather than deep and bitter, so it suits recipes where you want a softer, sweeter result. It is well worth a little experimentation to find the balance you like. Who might especially enjoy carob? Carob is a natural fit for several people. Anyone avoiding caffeine, including those cutting back in the evenings, will appreciate that it has none. It is naturally vegan and suits plant-based diets. And because it is sweet and mellow, it is often popular with children and with anyone who finds dark chocolate too bitter. It is also a useful cupboard ingredient for lower-sugar baking. A versatile & healthy ingredient Carob is a naturally sweet, caffeine-free, fibre-rich powder made from Mediterranean carob pods, and it deserves a place on the shelf in its own right. It is not a perfect chocolate impersonator, but as a wholesome, versatile ingredient for drinks, baking and snacks, it has plenty to offer. Give it a try, adjust the sugar to suit its natural sweetness, and enjoy carob for exactly what it is.