Aduki Beans

Quinoa Tabbouleh

Banana & Strawberry Pancakes

Banana Breakfast Oats

Chickpea Scramble

Greek Chickpeas On Toast

Enjoy crisp-tender green beans tossed with blistered cherry tomatoes and golden fried garlic, all drizzled in a warm chilli-oil dressing. This vibrant side dish is perfect served warm or at room temperature, making it a delightful addition to any meal.

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

Year after year, the Mediterranean diet is ranked among the healthiest ways to eat in the world. It is not a fad or a strict regime, but a simple, generous way of eating built around real, whole foods, and at its heart sit some of the humblest ingredients of all: beans and pulses, one of the best plant-based proteins around. Here is what the Mediterranean diet actually is, why it is so good for you, and how our Nóstimo range of organic beans makes eating this way genuinely easy and affordable. What is the Mediterranean diet? The Mediterranean diet is less a diet than a pattern of eating, inspired by the traditional habits of countries around the Mediterranean Sea. It is not about counting or cutting out, but about what you fill your plate with. That means plenty of vegetables and fruit, wholegrains, and above all beans, lentils and other pulses, generous use of olive oil, a regular handful of nuts and seeds, some fish, moderate amounts of dairy, and only small amounts of red and processed meat. Herbs and spices do the work of flavour, and meals are built from simple, minimally processed ingredients. In other words, it is a way of eating that would look very familiar to your grandmother, and very unfamiliar to the modern ultra-processed shelf. Why it is so good for you The Mediterranean diet is one of the most thoroughly studied ways of eating there is, and the research is consistently encouraging. It is widely associated with better heart health and a lower risk of several long-term conditions, and it is regularly recommended by health bodies as a sensible, sustainable pattern to follow. Much of its benefit is thought to come from the sheer quantity of fibre, healthy fats and plant compounds it delivers, and from what it naturally crowds out: sugary, salty, ultra-processed food. It is worth being measured about this. No single way of eating is a magic cure, and diet works alongside sleep, movement and the rest of your lifestyle. But if you were to choose one eating pattern with a strong body of evidence behind it, the Mediterranean diet would be a very reasonable pick. Why beans and pulses are the secret If there is one food that defines Mediterranean eating, it is the pulse. Chickpeas, lentils, cannellini, butter beans and their relatives appear in soups, stews, salads, dips and sides across the whole region, day in and day out. There is good reason for it. Pulses are naturally high in plant protein and fibre, they are filling and satisfying, they are gentle on the budget, and they let you eat well while relying less on meat. They are, quite simply, the engine room of a healthy Mediterranean plate. The only catch with dried pulses is the planning: the soaking and the long simmer. That is exactly the barrier our Nóstimo range removes. Beans and pulses: an everyday plant-based protein Pulses are one of the best plant-based protein sources you can keep in the cupboard. A single tin delivers a genuinely useful amount of protein along with plenty of fibre, which is a rare and valuable combination, since most protein-rich foods bring very little fibre with them. For anyone eating less meat, whether vegan, vegetarian or simply cutting back, beans and lentils are an easy, everyday way to keep your protein topped up. There is a simple trick worth knowing, too. Beans and grains each provide slightly different building blocks of protein, and together they complete the set. Pairing pulses with a wholegrain, think beans on wholemeal toast, lentils with rice, or chickpeas with couscous, gives you a complete plant-based protein in the most natural way imaginable. It also costs far less than meat and is much lighter on the planet, which is part of why plant-based protein has become so popular. How Nóstimo makes it easy Nóstimo is Whole Food Earth's Mediterranean range of organic tinned beans and pulses. The name is a Greek word meaning tasty, and the range is cooked and canned in Italy in nothing but water, so what you open is simply beans and water, ready to eat. Turn the tin over and there is no long list of additives, just real food that happens to be convenient. It is the perfect proof that eating a healthy Mediterranean diet does not have to mean spending your evening at the stove. Each bean brings something to the table. Our Organic Chickpeas are the everyday all-rounder for hummus, salads and curries. Creamy Cannellini Beans and velvety Butter Beans are made for Italian soups, stews and simple dressed sides. Ready-cooked Lentils drop straight into soups and salads, while Black Beans and Red Kidney Beans bring heartier bowls and stews to life. Easy ways to eat more Mediterranean You do not need to overhaul your kitchen to eat this way. Build most meals around vegetables, a pulse and a good drizzle of olive oil, and you are most of the way there. Blend chickpeas into hummus for lunch. Simmer cannellini beans with tinned tomatoes, garlic and herbs for a fast stew. Toss any bean through a salad with olive oil and lemon. Stir lentils into a soup, or spoon butter beans alongside roasted vegetables. Add a handful of nuts, some fruit and wholegrain bread, and your plate is Mediterranean without any effort at all. Healthy eating that is genuinely affordable One of the best things about the Mediterranean diet is that its staples are cheap. Pulses, grains and seasonal vegetables cost very little, which makes this one of the most affordable healthy ways to eat. Nóstimo is deliberately priced to match, with tins starting at well under two pounds and multipacks that bring the cost down further, and our free Club unlocks lower prices across the range. This is the whole idea behind the Whole Plate: that most of your plate, most of the time, should be real, minimally processed food, and that eating well should be easy and affordable rather than a luxury. A cupboard of good tinned pulses is one of the simplest ways to bring a little of the Mediterranean into your kitchen. If you would like some gentle encouragement, our free 30-day Whole Plate Pledge is full of simple ideas to help you eat this way, one plate at a time. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. If you have a health condition or specific dietary needs, it is worth speaking to a doctor or registered dietitian.

If you have looked at the prices inside the Whole Food Earth Club and thought "that seems too good to be true," you are not alone. Lower prices and free membership can sound like there must be a hidden catch. There isn't, and this article explains exactly how the Club works, why the prices are what they are, and why you can join with complete confidence. What is the Whole Food Earth Club? The Club is a free membership that unlocks lower, member-only prices across our range of whole foods. There is no joining fee, no subscription and no recurring charge. You simply create a free account, and you can then buy at member prices whenever you shop. It is open to everyone, whether you are stocking a home cupboard or buying for a business. Is it really free? What's the catch? It really is free, and there is no catch. You pay only for the products you order, plus any delivery charges and tax, exactly as you would expect. There is no card required just to join, no trial that quietly turns into a paid plan, and no obligation to keep buying. You can leave whenever you like. We have set the Club up this way on purpose, because we would rather earn your loyalty with good prices than lock you into a fee. So why are the prices so much lower? This is the question everyone asks, so here is the straightforward answer. First, we cut out the middleman. As an importer and wholesaler, we bring products in at source and sell them straight to you. Every extra pair of hands between the producer and your cupboard adds a mark-up, so by removing the distributors, wholesalers and retailers that usually sit in the chain, we take those mark-ups out of the price altogether. Second, rather than taking a large profit on each item, we keep our margins deliberately slim and rely on selling more, which lets us pass the saving on to you. Third, the Club is how we give our members our true, direct prices, closer to what we actually pay to bring the products in. In other words, these are simply the best prices we can offer when we sell to you directly. Is the quality the same? Yes. Club prices apply to wast majority of our products, in the same packaging, with the same quality, sourcing and freshness. Nothing is downgraded, close to expiry or second-rate. The only thing that changes is the price you pay. Why you can trust us We know that trust has to be earned, especially online, so here is why thousands of customers are happy to shop with us. We are an established UK company, not a fleeting online store. Our customers have left us real reviews, which you can read for yourself before you decide. We now have thousands members who already buy at Club prices. And every order is backed by our real customer support team, so if something is not right, we will put it right. Real reviews, a real UK business and a clear guarantee are the best answers to any doubt. You can even resell our products Here is a sign of just how genuine the value is: we actively welcome members reselling our products. You are free to resell through physical shops, stalls and markets, and online resale is available by application. In other words, the Club prices are good enough that independent shops and small businesses can buy from us and sell on. That is only possible because the savings are real. You can read the full details in our Club Terms and Conditions, which set everything out in plain language. How to join Joining takes a minute and costs nothing. Create your free account, log in, and you will see member prices applied as you shop. There is nothing to pay for membership itself, and no commitment to continue. From there, you can fill your cupboard with quality whole foods at prices that finally reflect what they should cost. If our prices made you pause, we hope this has cleared things up. The value is real, the membership is free, and the only catch is that you might wish you had joined sooner. Join the Whole Food Earth Club today and start shopping at member prices.

Scroll through any wellness feed and you will not get far before collagen appears. It is stirred into coffee, sold as flavoured powders, added to drinks and promised on the labels of countless skincare products. For something most of us never thought about a few years ago, collagen has become one of the most talked-about words in health and beauty. So what is it really, and does it deserve the attention? Here is a clear, no-nonsense look at what collagen is, what it does, and how you can support your body's own supply through the food you eat. What collagen actually is Collagen is a protein, and it is the most abundant one in the human body. Think of it as a kind of scaffolding. It gives structure and strength to your skin, bones, tendons, ligaments and cartilage, and it helps hold everything together. When people describe skin as firm and bouncy, collagen is a big part of what they are picturing. Your body makes its own collagen naturally, building it from the amino acids in the protein you eat. The trouble is that production gradually slows with age. From your mid-twenties onwards, natural collagen levels begin to dip, and this is one of the reasons skin loses some of its elasticity and joints can start to feel less supple over time. That slow decline is a big part of why collagen has captured so much interest. Why it became so popular Most of the buzz centres on two areas: skin and joints. Supplement makers point to research suggesting that collagen may help support skin elasticity and hydration, and some studies have looked at its role in joint comfort for active people. The idea of a single ingredient that supports both how you look and how you move is an easy one to get excited about. It is worth keeping a level head, though. Research into collagen supplements is still developing, results vary between studies, and a supplement is never a substitute for a balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. If you do try a collagen product, treat it as one small part of the picture rather than a miracle fix. Is there collagen in plants? This is where a lot of confusion creeps in. Collagen is an animal protein, which means it is found in the skin, bones and connective tissue of animals and fish. There is no collagen in plants, so any product labelled as vegan collagen does not actually contain the protein itself. What these plant-based products usually offer instead is a blend of nutrients that help your body build its own collagen. That is a meaningful difference, and it is good news for anyone following a plant-based diet. You do not need to eat collagen to make collagen. You simply need to give your body the right building blocks. Feeding your body's own collagen supply Your body produces collagen using protein alongside a handful of key nutrients, and vitamin C is one of the most important. Without enough vitamin C, the body simply cannot make collagen properly, which makes it a genuine star of the show rather than a nice-to-have. To support natural collagen production, aim for a diet rich in protein from foods such as beans, lentils, nuts, seeds and wholegrains, plenty of vitamin C from fruit and vegetables, and a good range of colourful plants that deliver the zinc, copper and antioxidants your body uses along the way. Berries, citrus fruits, peppers, leafy greens and pumpkin seeds are all worth a regular place on your plate. If you want a simple way to top up your vitamin C intake, our pure Vitamin C Powder stirs easily into water, smoothies or juice. Since vitamin C plays such a direct role in collagen formation, it is one of the most sensible things to keep in the cupboard, whether or not you ever reach for a collagen product. Focus on nutrition Collagen is having its moment for a reason. It is the protein that keeps skin, joints and connective tissue strong, and its natural decline with age explains why so many people are keen to top it up. Whether you choose a supplement or not, the most reliable approach is the least glamorous one: eat well, include plenty of protein and vitamin C, and give your body the raw materials it needs to keep doing what it does best. Talked about as it is, collagen is really just a reminder of something simple. Look after your body from the inside, and it tends to show on the outside.