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Getting our five-a-day isn’t always easy and it’s even better to get even MORE than just five portions of fruit and veg a day – but how?

Here are some super simple ways you can fill your everyday diet with lots of fruit and veggies which are perfect for keeping your skin, body and mental health in peak condition.

Breakfast
Many people love having fruit for breakfast – in smoothies, on toast or stirred into their porridge. If you’re not one of these people then you need to be!

Porridge: Top your porridge with a whole chopped banana or some fresh berries and grated apple.

Toast: Skip the butter and grab some nut butter topped with chopped banana on toast. Perfect energy release for the long wait to lunch!

Smoothies: If you’re used to having primarily fruit in your smoothies then why not add some veg to up your intake? Kale, spinach, celery, cucumber and carrot all work really well in juices and smoothies.

Lunch
Everyone waits all morning in work and college for lunchtime – so make it a good (and healthy!) one.

Wraps: If you love a wrap for lunch, why not pack a salad and add the salad into the wrap yourself. Rather than filling up the entire wrap, fill half first and then the when you’re finished the other half. This will ensure you will fill up on the good veggies rather than the wrap.

Soup: This is a healthy option but sometimes soup that you buy in shops can be loaded with salt and often cream. Soup is incredibly easy to make in bulk and freezes very well. Make some soup loaded with veggies and place in individual lunchboxes in the freezer.

Sandwich: The best way to increase your intake of veggies in your lunchtime sandwich is to take out the majority of other things such as cheese. Half the cheese you would normally ask for and instead opt for extra lettuce, cucumber or tomato.

Dinner
It’s important at dinner that the biggest portion of your plate is taken up by vegetables, the other half divided into proteins and grains. Here is how to incorporate more fruit and veggies into dinnertime.

Spaghetti Bolognese: Cut your beef down and bulk up your Bolognese sauce with grated carrot, courgette and chopped spinach.

Curry: Sweet tastes always match perfectly with curry so accompany your dinner with mango rice – simply dice an entire mango into your rice. So easy!

Pizza: Frozen, homemade or delivery, it’s so easy to add more fruit and veg onto your pizza – mushrooms, pineapple, peppers, tomatoes, broccoli, courgette…the list goes on. 

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Wraps are generally seen as a lunchtime staple, but there are some great ways you can use them for other meals too – especially dinner!

Quesadillas
These may be our favourite thing to do with wraps – trust us, it’s amazing! Simply spread some refried beans, a handful of cheese, some spinach and some hot jalapenos onto a wrap. Place on a medium hot oiled frying pan and press the second wrap down on top. When it’s golden on the bottom, flip and cook the other side. Serve with sour cream and guacamole.

Wrap pizza
Yes, pizza is amazing and we are always trying to find ways we can have it every day. This is one of our favourites! Spread some tomato purée on top of your wrap then sprinkle some cheese and your favourite pizza toppings on top along with some Italian herbs. Grill until the cheese melts, cut into slices and serve with salad.

Homemade tortilla chips
Cut your wrap into triangular shapes and place in the oven until they are crispy, turning once. Use as you would your favourite dipping crisp for hummus or salsa – without the extra calories!

Salad bowl
To turn a simple wrap into an edible salad bowl, simply grab an ovenproof bowl, drape the wrap across the top of it, bake until crisp and turn upside down so it’s a bowl. Fill with your favourite salad veggies.

Nachos
Similar to the dipping tortillas, cut the wraps into triangular shapes and bake until crisp. Arrange in an ovenproof bowl and add some salsa, cheese, chilli and all of your favourite nacho toppings before grilling to melt the cheese. 

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How much do you love Big Macs, and is it enough to have your wedding party at McDonald’s?

Apparently McDonald’s wedding parties have become so popular in Hong Kong that they now have a dedicated wedding service available in 15 venues.

You can choose between a range of different packages, from HK$2,888 (€275) to HK$9,999 (€953). If you splash out on the more expensive option you get ‘McDonald's balloon wedding rings’ and ‘character gifts’ for up to 50 guests – not to mention a McDonald's apple pie display.

Are you lovin' it?!

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For those of you worried that Chris Martin and Rihanna were hooking up – fear not!

It would appear that the two met for dinner to discuss their mutual friend Jay-Z, who it would seem they are worried about.

Ever since rumours started to spread regarding the state of Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s marriage, he has reportedly cut himself off from his friends, causing concern.

According to Grazia magazine, a source said: “Rihanna and Chris met up for dinner because they are worried about Jay. Apparently he hasn’t been in touch lately, ever since his marriage problems surfaced.”

Both Chris and Rihanna are known to be close to the rapper, collaborating on songs such as Homecoming and Run This Town respectively.

Hopefully Jay-Z will get it touch with his friends soon!

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This simple dinner will take minutes to put together and it tastes so good.

Get ready to become a falafel fanatic!

Falafel is a traditional Middle Eastern food and are served in pita or flatbread.

For this version, we have served the falafel in a salad, but it is equally delicious in a pita if you prefer!

What you’ll need: 

  • 1 can of chickpeas
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 small onion
  • 1 red chilli
  • Handful of coriander
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • Hummus (optional)

What you’ll need to do:

  1. Combine all of the ingredients into a food processor or use a hand blender to mix but don’t overdo it.
  2. Heat up a frying pan with 1-2 tbsp of oil and shape the mixture into small balls or even burger shape if you like.
  3. Fry either side until golden brown and heated through.
  4. Serve on a bed of salad with some olives and hummus.
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A lot of people dread their birthdays – what will they do? What will people expect them to do?

Let’s face it, not everyone’s idea of an amazing night is hitting the clubs.

So, if you feel you’ve gotten too mature for raving house parties then why not choose one of these instead?

After all, almost anyone can be guilt-tripped when your birthday is involved.

1. Spa day
Have a relaxing and fun spa day with your best friends, your mum, or even alone if you prefer! You’ll feel ready to take on the next year in no time.

2. Dinner
Have a cosy dinner with your close friends and family at a nice restaurant or even at home. If someone else if willing to cook, obviously.

3. Weekend away
Why not go on a lovely break somewhere? Either around Ireland or even further afield if you can!

4. Do something crazy
Ever wanted to bungee jump or rock climb? Take your birthday as an opportunity to do new things and make other people do them with you.

5. Hike
Plan a full day hike up a mountain you’ve never climbed before. You’ll feel so accomplished after! Make sure you have the right gear and plan ahead though, safety first!

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Psychologists at the University of Bourgogne in Dijon, France have released a study that reveals how smelling fruit before making a food choice can help us stick to healthier choices.

The study was conducted in two groups, one sat in a room fragrant with pears while the other sat in an unscented room.

Following this the two groups were presented with a three-course dinner. The smell of the fruit only affected how the dessert choices were made rather than the starter of the main course.

It showed how the room that was exposed to the fruit smell were more likely to make a healthy choice.

While more than half of the group sat in the fragrant room chose the fruity dessert option, three out of four of the other group chose the unhealthier option of a chocolate brownie.

Hmm, maybe that apple at the bottom of your bag may come in handy after all.

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Stuffed mushrooms make a very easy starter if you have dinner guests over.

Simply have them prepared, stick them under the grill when the guest arrive and voilà! Domestic goddess.

What you’ll need:

Serves 2

  • 2 portobello mushrooms
  • 2 tbsp. such as Philadelphia or Boursin
  • 1 garlic clove (unless the cream cheese is flavoured)
  • Handful of grated mature cheddar cheese
  • Sprinkle of fresh rosemary
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • Handful of breadcrumbs

What you’ll need to do:

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. Wash and dry your mushrooms well to ensure they won’t be too soggy when cooked.
  3. In a bowl, combine the cream cheese and finely chopped garlic. Add a pinch of salt and black pepper.
  4. Massage the mushrooms with the olive oil.
  5. Spread the cream cheese over underside of the mushroom, getting into all of the grooves.
  6. Sprinkle with the cheddar and finely chopped rosemary.
  7. Add the breadcrumbs on top. Repeat with the second mushroom.
  8. Bake for about 15-20 until the mushroom is soft, the breadcrumbs are golden and the cheese is melted and bubbling.
  9. Serve with a fresh green salad to balance the richness of the cheeses.
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Quesadillas are a great meal to make midweek.

There aren’t a lot of ingredients and they are so versatile you can put anything you like in them.

What you’ll need:

Serves 2

  • 4 wraps
  • 1/2 tin of refried beans
  • 2 tbsp. sour cream
  • 2 handfuls of grated cheddar cheese
  • 1 spring onion
  • 2 handfuls of spinach
  • 8 slices of jarred jalapeños

What you’ll need to do:

  1. Place one wrap on a plate and using a spoon, spread 1 tbsp. of refried bean over the base of the wrap. Repeat on another wrap.
  2. Sprinkle the cheese, sliced spring onion, spinach and chopped jalapeños over each wrap.
  3. Heat oil in a large frying pan and when it is hot, place one wrap in the pan and place another plain wrap on top, pressing down to seal the filling inside.
  4. Carefully turn over and cook the other side until it is golden.
  5. Repeat with the next wrap.
  6. Serve with sour cream and anything else you like such as salsa or guacamole.

If you prefer you can make this with different veggies as well as some cooked chicken, beef or prawns. Like we said, anything you like!

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Aww, these dogs are so well-trained they only approach for their food when their names are called!

 

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These tasty fritters will give you that comfort food satisfaction while still being full of green goodness.

What you’ll need:

  • 1 medium head of broccoli, chopped and steamed
  • 1 clove garlic, grated
  • 70g plain flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 40g Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Handful of basil
  • Salt and pepper

What you’ll need to do: 

  1. Beat the egg, flour, cheese and seasoning together.
  2. Add the broccoli, basil and garlic, mixing well to combine. Season.
  3. Shape the mixture into fritters one by one.
  4. Heat up some rapeseed oil in a frying pan and when hot add the fritters.
  5. Fry until golden on each side and place on some kitchen paper to drain any extra oil.
  6. Serve with a green salad.

You can make this dish gluten-free by replacing the plain flour with cooked quinoa.

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Frittatas are great for when you have eggs and a lot of veg that may go off soon.

You can put almost anything you want in your frittata. Got some leftover ham? Throw that in. Rice from lunch? That can go in too! The list is endless.

What you’ll need:

  • 6 eggs
  • 150-200 ml milk
  • 1 onion
  • 1 garlic clove
  • Range of vegetables: peas, broccoli, kale, spinach, leeks, green beans, mushrooms, peppers etc.
  • Meat: cooked ham, chicken, turkey, pastrami, salami etc. (optional)
  • Fresh herbs: parsley, basil, coriander etc.
  • Cheese: cheddar, feta, goat’s cheese etc.

What you’ll need to do: 

  1. In a bowl beat the eggs with the milk and season well.
  2. Add the veg, meat and herbs you are using.
  3. Heat some oil in a heavy base frying pan and add the onion and garlic until they soften.
  4. Pour in the mixture and cook until the bottom has turned a golden brown and the egg on top has mostly set.
  5. Place under the grill and when it is just about golden and bubbling, sprinke the cheese and place back under the grill until it is set.
  6. Serve with some fresh green salad.
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