Organic Turkey Seasoning - Steenbergs - 55g

Super easy, delicious cookies, with a touch of ginger and cinnamon. These Christmas Biscuits are the perfect festive treat for the whole family.

Easy oven baked aromatic carrots are so much better than boiled carrots. Covered in rosemary and spices mixed with olive oil, they will make a perfect side dish for your family lunch or dinner. Packed with natural sweetness and nutrients.Thanks to roasting these carrots have an amazing texture and delicious caramelised flavour!

Zesty lime, rich coconut cream and millet, earthy pistachios come together in this spectacular, easy no-bake dessert. Completely vegan and absolutely delicious.

Made from jammy Medjool dates, this Date Caramel is thick, velvety, and properly decadent. It’s "nature’s candy" at its best: naturally vegan, refined sugar-free, and ready in minutes. Whether you’re drizzling it over your morning porridge or using it as a dip for apple slices, it’s a total game-changer for your store cupboard.

A perfect side dish to accompany your Christmas dinner... or Sunday roast.

In the world of health and nutrition, the "Organic" label is often treated as a magic wand. We are told that organic is always better, always safer, and always worth the premium price tag. But at Whole Food Earth, we prefer honesty over marketing slogans. The truth is more nuanced. 1. What Does "Organic" Actually Guarantee? To understand the value, we first have to strip away the myths. In the UK, organic certification strictly regulates how a food is grown and processed. No Synthetic Pesticides: This is the big one. Organic farming prohibits the use of most synthetic herbicides (like glyphosate) and pesticides. No Artificial Fertilisers: Instead of chemical sprays, organic farmers use compost, manure, and crop rotation to feed the soil. Non-GMO: Organic standards strictly forbid the use of Genetically Modified Organisms. No "Stealth" Additives: Organic processing bans the use of controversial additives like Sulphur Dioxide (E220)—the chemical used to bleach conventional dried fruits. 2. When Organic Truly Matters (The "High-Impact" Foods) If you are looking to prioritise your organic budget, focus on foods that are "high-absorption" or heavily sprayed in conventional farming. The "Sulphur" Factor in Dried Fruits This is where Whole Food Earth takes a stand. Conventional dried fruits—like apricots and figs—are almost always treated with sulphur to keep them bright and "pretty." Organic certification bans this. When you buy our Organic Sun-Dried Figs, you are getting fruit cured by the sun, free from the respiratory irritants found in sulphured alternatives. Cacao and Superfoods Products like Organic Cacao Powder and Maca Powder are often grown in delicate ecosystems. Organic sourcing here isn't just about your health; it’s about the soil. Organic cacao farming encourages agroforestry (growing trees among other plants), which protects tropical biodiversity and ensures the beans aren't soaking up synthetic fertilisers. 3. When the Label Isn't Everything Is conventional food "poison"? No. And is organic food always "perfect"? Not necessarily. Here is the balanced view: The "Small Farmer" Gap: Many incredible traditional farmers in regions like Portugal or Turkey follow organic principles—they use no chemicals and dry their fruit in the sun—but they cannot afford the expensive paperwork for "Official Certification." At Whole Food Earth, our "Sourcing Revolution" involves finding these high-integrity "conventional" gems that are as clean as organic but more accessible in price. Nutritional Density: Science is still debating whether an organic apple has significantly more Vitamin C than a conventional one. The real difference is often in the Phytochemicals—plants grown without pesticides often develop stronger natural antioxidants to protect themselves. The "Processed" Trap: An organic biscuit is still a biscuit. Don't let the organic label distract you from the ingredient list. Unprocessed is always a higher priority than Organic. 4. The Environmental Impact: Soil is Soul The real reason to go organic often has nothing to do with the calorie count. It’s about Soil Health. Conventional farming can lead to soil depletion, where the earth becomes a sterile medium that only grows food because it's being "fed" chemicals. Organic farming treats the soil as a living organism. Healthy soil traps more carbon, holds more water, and produces food with a more complex "Terroir"—that deep, earthy flavour you can actually taste in our Organic Cacao Liquor Buttons. 5. How to Shop Smart at Whole Food Earth We provide both Organic and high-quality Conventional options because we believe in informed choice. Go Organic for: Leafy superfood powders, cacao, and any dried fruit where you want to avoid sulphur (E220). Go Conventional for: Items with thick natural skins or products from our trusted traditional growers. The Verdict: Integrity Over Labels At the end of the day, the best diet is one built on Whole, Unprocessed Foods. Whether it carries an organic seal or is a meticulously vetted conventional product from our shop, the goal is the same: getting you closer to the earth and further from the factory. Explore our full range of Organic and Natural staples today and decide what matters most for your kitchen.

A warm drink ritual best accompanies cold winter evenings. Whether it's a cup of tea, coffee or hot chocolate, it always makes you feel good. As we are approaching the Christmas holiday season, perhaps it's time to consider adding some spices to your drinks. A nice cup of chai latte or a glass of mulled wine is the perfect pairing with sofa time or fireplace in the evening. What is mulled wine? Mulled wine is sweet, warmed red wine mixed with winter spices such as cloves, cinnamon, and citrus fruit peel. There is a mulled wine tradition in nearly every European country where it's particularly popular during Christmas time when the nights are the longest. This is when people like to gather on Christmas markets and enjoy a cup of this warming drink while outside watching festive decorations and enjoying Christmas songs and special treats. Mulled wine goes by many names, like glögg in Scandinavia, gluhwein in Germany and Austria, vin chaud in France, and grzane wino in Poland. These days you can buy it in many supermarkets, but it is also easy to make at home. What do you need to make mulled wine at home? When making mulled wine at home, you need to prepare a large pot and a bottle of some good wine. The wine should be fruity, slightly sweet and not too dry. You can also add some extra vermouth - which will add some bitter-sweetness. The essential ingredients are the Christmas spices, so your mulled wine is intense in flavour. What spices do you add to mulled wine? To make delicious mulled wine at home, you need: dried lemon zest, dried orange zest, cloves, Ceylon cinnamon sticks, dried ginger, brown sugar, star anise, whole allspice. Homemade Mulled Wine Recipe 1 bottle of red wine 1 cup of sweet vermouth 1 cup brown sugar 1-2 lemon zest (or dried orange peel) 1-2 orange zest (or dried lemon peel) 12 cloves 4 cinnamon sticks 4 dried ginger pieces 4 cardamon seeds 4 star anise 10 whole allspice Method: In a large pot, mix all the ingredients. Simmer gently for about 15 minutes until the sugar dissolves in the liquid. Remove the spices and dried fruit before serving. Drink warm!

Many of us took this year’s Working From Home stint to reflect on what we really want and need in our homes. Many started DIY projects. Others moved to a house with a garden. And everyone was suddenly really conscious about what they had in their pantries, cupboards and freezers. The mass-hoarding that happened at the start of the first lockdown was difficult to navigate, but thankfully there are a lot of ways to store emergency food supplies that would have prevented any worry. Here we’ll give you a list of nutritious foods that are easy to store for a long time. Grains and Flours Storing Grains is easy. Grains like bulgur, brown rice, spelt and barley keep well for months in an airtight container and are a great base for most meals. They are also great additives to vegan or gluten-free diets as many grains do not contain gluten but do contain a whole host of other nutrients to enrich a diet with. Flours, made from grains or things like almonds or soy, also keep really well in a pantry. In a clean, airtight container, they will last for several months. Flour is great to have in stock at all times; those times you crave some late-night pancakes? With flour in your house, you can whip some up in minutes! (Dried) Fruit We all need plenty of fruit in our diets. It contains many healthy vitamins and minerals and fibres. One of the notorious disadvantages of fruit is how quickly fruit goes off, and it is generally not seen as a food great for storage. How wrong we all were. There are so many varieties of dried fruit nowadays, that you never again need to worry about not having fruit in your pantry. Why not stock up on some delicious dried banana chips or goji berries? They are great toppings for oatmeal, yoghurt, and desserts, contain tons of vitamins, and last for ages in your storage cupboard! Another option is to can your fruits. It is a relatively easy process that requires a pot for boiling water, a jar (repurposed sauce jars are great), and an acidic component such as vinegar. Once the fruit is canned, it lasts months. Herbs and Spices Having a good spice rack is like having a good boiler; they are sure to improve your life for years to come. A broad selection of spices in your kitchen allows for experimental cooking, discovering new recipes, or just upgrading your current meals. As spices are dried plants, they will last for ages when stored right. Any airtight container will do just fine. And the added bonus is that herbs and spices can make even the plainest food extraordinary. Oils and Vinegar Oils such as olive oil and coconut oil are great to use for cooking and other health and beauty uses, and last for a year or longer when stored right. Generally, oil should be stored in a closed container, and kept in a cool, dry place. This is why they make a great pantry food to stock up on when you can. Vinegar or apple cider vinegar is also great for storing for long periods of time. They also should be kept in a dark, dry place. The great thing about vinegars is that they can be used to prolong the life of other foods such as fruits (see the Fruit section) or vegetables, are great for cleaning and can be used for dressings and sauces. Beans Dried beans or canned beans are both great to add to your pantry. Canned or dried they have a long shelf life at room temperature, they are a great source of protein, contain a lot of other essential nutrients, and are very filling when put in a meal. When you have dried beans, just make sure to store them in a cool, dry place, as getting them wet will shorten their shelf-life. As an added benefit, dried beans are also incredibly cheap, and super versatile. Seeds Seeds are a pantry staple. Seeds can be kept for months in a dry and dark place, preferably in an airtight container. They are great little boosts of nutrients and make great toppings for desserts, smoothie bowls, or oatmeal. Pumpkin seeds are also a great nibble on their own. If you are thinking of using all of that lovely flour you now keep in storage for some home-made bread-baking, why not use sesame seeds or poppy seeds to give your bread some extra texture and flavour? Why Should You Start Storing Foods? It is oftentimes not only time-consuming to go to the grocery store, but it can also get quite expensive. Oftentimes, buying in bulk works out much cheaper than buying little amounts every time. If you have a healthy pantry with a nice variety of products, you will always have a base for a meal on hand. You could also start your meal-prepping journey at the same time as building a food-storage. Meal prepping often works out much cheaper per meal than cooking every evening and is much less time-consuming, leaving you with more time to enjoy the little things in life. If you feel inspired by our blogs, why not sign up to our newsletter here? We will soon announce our brand-new recipe blog with loads of healthy, wholesome recipes to help you use some of the products in these blogs.

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!

Have you ever opened a packet of crisps with the intention of having just a handful, only to find yourself staring at an empty bag ten minutes later? We have all been there. For decades, diet culture has told us that this phenomenon is a personal failing—a lack of willpower or self-control. However, modern nutritional science is painting a very different, much more candid picture. You are not lacking willpower; you are up against a multi-billion-pound food industry. Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are not just cooked or prepared; they are scientifically engineered in laboratories to be hyper-palatable and, ultimately, addictive. Here is a look behind the curtain at exactly how UPFs are formulated to hijack your brain, override your natural appetites, and keep you coming back for more. 1. The Discovery of the "Bliss Point" Food manufacturers do not just guess how much sugar or salt to put into a product. They employ food scientists to calculate the exact mathematical ratio of ingredients required to hit your "bliss point." The bliss point is the precise balance of sugar, fat, and salt that maximises pleasure and dopamine release in the human brain without overwhelming it. If a food is too sweet, your brain eventually registers that you have had enough and tells you to stop eating. If the sweetness is perfectly balanced with salt and industrial fats, that satiety signal is muted. This holy trinity of ingredients (sugar, salt, and fat) rarely exists together in nature. When your brain encounters them simultaneously in a UPF, it triggers an unnaturally massive dopamine rush, creating a neurochemical reward system that closely mimics the pathways of addiction. 2. Vanishing Caloric Density Have you ever noticed how foods like cheese puffs, highly processed chocolates, or certain crisps seem to literally melt in your mouth? This is a deliberate texturising trick known as "vanishing caloric density." When food melts away instantly, your brain is tricked into thinking you are not actually consuming any calories. The chewing process is bypassed, and the stomach does not receive the physical bulk it expects. Because your brain does not register the food as filling, it delays sending the "I am full" signal, prompting you to keep eating well past the point of your actual caloric needs. 3. The Destruction of the Food Matrix In a whole food, like an apple or a handful of raw almonds, nutrients are bound together in a complex cellular structure called the food matrix. Your body has to work hard to chew and digest these foods, releasing energy slowly and steadily. UPFs completely destroy this matrix through heavy industrial processing (like milling, bleaching, and high-pressure extrusion). The natural fibre is stripped away entirely. The carbohydrates are pre-digested into ultra-fine powders and syrups. When you eat a UPF, there is nothing left for your digestive system to break down. The glucose hits your bloodstream almost instantly, causing a massive blood sugar spike. Predictably, this is followed by a severe blood sugar crash an hour later. That crash triggers intense physical cravings, trapping you in a relentless cycle of eating, crashing, and craving. 4. Flavour Layering and Sensory Specific Satiety Humans are evolutionarily wired to seek out variety. If you eat a large bowl of plain boiled potatoes, your tastebuds will eventually get bored, and you will stop eating. This is called "sensory specific satiety." UPF manufacturers bypass this natural mechanism by using complex, synthetic flavour profiles. They layer artificial flavourings, industrial umami extracts (like yeast extract and MSG), and hidden sweeteners so that the taste is incredibly intense but never quite distinct enough for your brain to tire of it. You keep eating because your palate is constantly stimulated, yet never truly satisfied. UPF Engineering vs. Whole Food Reality To understand just how drastically our food has been altered, look at the difference between how UPFs and whole foods interact with your body: Feature The Ultra-Processed Method The Whole Food Reality Texture Engineered to melt in the mouth (vanishing caloric density) to bypass chewing. Requires active chewing, signalling the brain to prepare for digestion and fullness. Fibre Content Stripped of natural fibre to increase shelf life and speed up consumption. Rich in natural dietary fibre, which expands in the stomach and feeds the gut microbiome. Digestion Speed Pre-digested ingredients cause rapid blood sugar spikes and subsequent crashes. Intact food matrix ensures slow, sustained energy release without extreme insulin spikes. Flavour Artificial flavour layering prevents the brain from feeling satisfied. Simple, natural flavours trigger normal sensory satiety. How to Break the UPFs Cycle Realising that your cravings are the result of industrial engineering, rather than a personal failure, is incredibly empowering. It means you can actively choose to step off the rollercoaster. You cannot out-willpower an entire industry of food scientists, but you can change the playing field entirely. The most effective way to break an addiction to ultra-processed foods is to stop eating foods that require a laboratory to exist. When you transition your diet to single-ingredient, unprocessed foods—like whole organic grains, raw nuts, legumes, and fresh produce—you allow your tastebuds to reset. Without the artificial dopamine hits of the "bliss point," your body's natural hunger and fullness cues will return. Whole foods do not need to trick your brain into wanting them. They provide genuine, honest nourishment that leaves you feeling truly satisfied.

Navigating a modern supermarket can feel like a high-stakes obstacle course. You walk in for some basic sustenance, and suddenly you are bombarded by aisles of brightly coloured packets, all shouting about how "high protein," "low fat," or "plant-based" they are. But if you flip those packets over and read the ingredient lists, the truth is often grim. In 2026, an estimated 60% to 65% of the average British diet consists of Ultra-Processed Foods (UPFs). We are eating edible, food-like substances engineered in laboratories to be hyper-palatable and boast a long shelf life. At Whole Food Earth, we believe your kitchen should be a sanctuary for metabolic health, not a storage unit for emulsifiers and synthetic gums. It is time for a Pantry Reset. Here is your "no-nonsense" guide to escaping the supermarket minefield and restocking your shelves with real, unadulterated food. The Minefield: Spotting "Health-Washing" Before you can reset your pantry, you have to know what you are throwing out. The food industry is incredibly adept at "health-washing"—packaging highly processed junk in earthy colours and slapping a "natural" label on the front. When you look at your current pantry, watch out for these red flags: The Emulsifiers: Ingredients like soy lecithin, carrageenan, and xanthan gum. These are used to bind water and fat, but emerging research shows they can disrupt the protective mucus layer of your gut microbiome. The "Naked" Carbs: Refined flours and extruded starches that have been stripped of their natural fibre. They digest instantly, causing a massive glucose spike and the inevitable mid-afternoon energy crash. Artificial Sweeteners: Sucralose, aspartame, and erythritol. They might save you calories, but they can confuse your metabolic system and drive sugar cravings. The Golden Rule of the Reset: If you cannot pronounce an ingredient, or if you wouldn't keep it in your own kitchen cupboard (like "modified maize starch"), it belongs in the bin, not your body. How to Do the Pantry Reset A true pantry reset doesn't mean you have to forage for your own food. It simply means returning to single-ingredient staples and building your meals from the ground up. Step 1: The Purge Be ruthless. Clear out the jarred pasta sauces loaded with hidden sugar, the "healthy" granola bars held together by glucose syrup, and the instant porridge pots filled with skimmed milk powder and artificial flavourings. Step 2: Rebuild the Foundations Your new pantry should be built on complex carbohydrates and high-quality plant proteins. These are the foods that support the Food Sequencing method, providing the vital fibre needed to flatten your blood sugar curve. The Grains: Swap instant white rice and refined pasta for Organic Quinoa, Brown Basmati Rice, and Organic Buckwheat. These whole grains take longer to metabolise, giving you sustained energy. The Pulses: Stock up on Organic Red Lentils, Chickpeas, and Black Beans. They are cheap, versatile, and some of the best sources of microbiome-feeding prebiotic fibre on the planet. The Breakfast Base: Instead of boxed cereals, fill a large glass jar with Gluten-Free Jumbo Oats and Organic Chia Seeds. Step 3: Upgrade Your Snacking Snacking is where most people fall back into the UPF trap. By keeping a bulk supply of whole, raw ingredients, you can build snacks that satiate rather than stimulate. The Crunch: Keep jars of Almonds, Walnuts, and Organic Pumpkin Seeds. The Sweet Fix: Swap processed sweets for Organic Medjool Dates or a handful of antioxidant-rich Goji Berries. Pair them with a handful of nuts to buffer the natural sugars. The Chocolate Swap: Ditch the highly sweetened commercial chocolate for raw Cacao Nibs. They offer the crunch and the mood-boosting magnesium without the sugar crash. Step 4: The Flavour Arsenal UPFs taste good because they are loaded with sodium, sugar, and MSG. To make whole foods taste incredible, you need a strong spice rack. Stock up on high-quality turmeric, smoked paprika, cumin, and nutritional yeast (a brilliant cheese substitute packed with B-vitamins). The Whole Food Earth Advantage Doing a Pantry Reset at a standard supermarket is exhausting. You spend hours reading tiny print on the back of packets. This is why bulk-buying from Whole Food Earth is a game-changer for the health-conscious UK household: Total Transparency: We sell single-ingredient whole foods. An almond is just an almond. A lentil is just a lentil. Economic Sense: Buying organic staples in bulk completely bypasses the "convenience tax" that supermarkets charge. It is significantly cheaper per portion. Environmental Impact: Skipping the middle aisles of the supermarket means skipping the single-use plastics that wrap individual portions. Escaping the supermarket minefield is one of the most empowering choices you can make for your metabolic health. By clearing out the ultra-processed noise and restocking with genuine, earth-grown staples, you are taking control of your energy, your digestion, and your future health. Ready to rebuild your kitchen? Explore our Bulk Organic Staples here and start your Pantry Reset today.