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Sophia / April 22, 2017

Blackberry & Açaí Chia Pudding Pot

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Chia puddings are my favourite breakfasts at the moment. One of the best things about them it is that you can make them the night before so they’re ready to grab in the morning without… View Post

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Sophia / August 16, 2016

Paleo Double Chocolate & Almond Cake

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This paleo, sugar-free chocolate almond cake went down so well in my family home in Gloucestershire a few months ago (sorry it’s taken so long for me to put this recipe up). When I am… View Post

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    Healthy Banana Baked Doughnuts

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Sophia / February 22, 2016

Grain-free Carrot Cake with Cashew Cream Cheese Icing

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Because my paleo Chocolate Courgette Cake was such a success, I decided to adapt the recipe to make a different veggie cake. The base ingredients are much the same but I swapped the courgette for carrot and… View Post

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Sophia / January 29, 2016

Grain-free Chocolate Courgette Cake with a Raspberry Cashew Topping

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Recipe adapted from Secret Squirrel’s *Chocolate Zucchini Birthday Cake*

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Sophia / January 25, 2016

Sweet Potato & Cashew Salad with an Asian Dressing

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This asian Sweet Potato & Cashew Salad is my go-to lunch at the moment. Since moving onto more of a paleo type diet, I have been living off sweet potatoes – they’re full of vitamins… View Post

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    Raw Summer Berry & Lemon Cheesecake

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Sophia / December 19, 2015

Paleo Mince Pies

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I am a huge fan of mince pies! When I was little I would always avoid them as I thought they were actually made of beef mince, Oops! Now they’re a firm favourite and christmas… View Post

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Hi, I'm Sophia

I'm a food, health and lifestyle blogger, currently battling chronic illness. I share my story and thoughts on coping with and managing illness as well as my passion for creating delicious healthy recipes.

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