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Here you'll find delicious plant-based recipes, expert nutrition tips, and the latest exercise science to help you thrive on a vegan diet.
50g Protein Vegan “Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups”
Craving something sweet but still want to stay on track with your fitness goals? These vegan Reese’s-style peanut butter cups are the perfect solution. Made with just five simple ingredients — they’re ready in five minutes and deliver an impressive 51g of plant protein. By using powdered peanut butter, this recipe keeps calories and fat lower while boosting protein, making it ideal for a better macro split. It’s indulgent, chocolatey, and satisfying, yet designed to support fat loss and muscle-building goals.
most don’t consider this in weight loss…
In this reflective blog, we explore how internal inquiry can drive lasting behaviour change. Instead of relying on rules or motivation alone, the focus is on questioning thoughts and uncovering the beliefs shaping habits around food, fitness, and self-worth.
spicy mango - tempeh lettuce boats
These Thai Mango Lettuce Boats are the perfect balance of sweet, savoury, and refreshing. Juicy mango pairs with crunchy vegetables, plant-based protein, and a punchy Thai-inspired dressing, all wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves for a light yet satisfying meal. Quick to prepare and packed with flavour, they’re ideal for anyone wanting a high-protein vegan dish that feels fresh, colourful, and effortlessly healthy.
high-protein breadsticks
Crunch, savoury, and naturally high in plant-based protein, these chickpea flour breadsticks are a unique and fun recipe to add to your collection. They’re quick to prepare, subtly nutty in flavour, and perfect alongside soups, salads, or as a nourishing snack.
To track or not to track? Weight loss approaches
When pursuing weight loss, two distinct approaches emerge: tracking, involving monitoring bodyweight and food intake, and not tracking. In this blog, we’ll delve into both methods and the pros and cons associated with each.
Getting vegan meals to fit your macros
Hitting your macros on a vegan diet doesn’t have to feel confusing or frustrating — even if most plant foods blend protein, carbs, and fats rather than fitting neatly into one category. In this guide we break down why many struggle with macro goals and how you can make it easier and more sustainable.
Vegan Cheesy Bacon Pasta & greens
Sink into comfort with this Vegan Cheesy Bacon Pasta & Greens — a plant-powered twist on a classic favourite that doesn’t skimp on flavour or nutrition. The silky, cheesy sauce is made from blended chickpeas and nutritional yeast, offering rich umami without dairy, while crispy tempeh bacon adds a smoky bite. Tossed with pasta, garden greens, and peas, this satisfying meal delivers around 45g of protein per serving!
vegan “butter chicken” curry
This vegan “butter chicken” curry is a plant-based twist on the classic murgh makhani — rich, creamy, and seriously satisfying, without the dairy. Made with cashews, silken tofu, and vegan chicken, it delivers all the comfort of the original while packing an impressive 53g of protein per serving. Perfect for batch cooking, weeknight dinners, or fuelling plant-based gains.
How much weight can you lose in 3 months?
Wondering how much weight you can realistically lose in three months? While fast results can be tempting, sustainable fat loss comes from consistent habits that protect your metabolism, preserve muscle, and support long-term health. Focusing on steady progress — rather than extremes — helps you achieve results you can actually maintain.
Post-Christmas Guilt & failed past attempts
We’re in that in-between space after Christmas — where our bodies feel tired, our minds feel heavy, and old patterns can feel louder than ever. If you’ve promised yourself before that this year would be different and you’re worried you won’t follow through, you’re not broken. Often, it’s not the person that needs fixing — it’s the strategy.
Healthy homemade Vegan margarine alternative
This creamy sunflower seed “margarine” is a simple, whole-food vegan butter alternative that’s smooth, spreadable, and made without processed oils. With just a few basic ingredients, you get a nutritious, budget-friendly spread that’s perfect for toast, veggies, and everyday use.
High protein Vegan Fitness sandwiches
Most supermarket sandwiches are packed with additives and low in protein—exactly what you don’t want when you’re focused on health or physique goals. So we created three high-protein, whole-food vegan fillings that actually support your body: Coronation Chickpea, Vegan Egg & Cress, and Tuna Mayo. Simple, healthy, and seriously delicious.
Tofu: My Favourite Vegan Protein Food
Packed with 9–13 g of protein per 100g and versatile in countless recipes, tofu supports muscle recovery, fat loss, heart and bone health, and hormonal balance. In this article, I dive into the science, benefits, and my top tips for making tofu a daily staple.
High-Protein Vegan Potato & Spinach “Frittata” (Tofu-Based, No Eggs Needed)
Looking for a hearty, protein-rich plant-based meal that doesn’t rely on eggs? This High-Protein Vegan Potato & Spinach “Frittata” nails the balance of comfort food and muscle fuel. Made with tofu, soya milk, potatoes and spinach, it delivers a satisfying texture and 43 g of protein per serving — while still feeling clean and wholesome.
WORLD’S QUICKEST HIGH PROTEIN BROWNIES
Craving something sweet and protein-packed, but don’t want to spend half the day in the kitchen? Meet your new favourite treat: high-protein brownies made in under five minutes. Yep, just three simple ingredients—ripe bananas, chocolate protein powder, and cocoa—and you’ll have something fudgy, delicious, and satisfying.
Cheese and onion high-protein crisps
Indulge your crunch cravings without derailing your fitness goals. These cheese-and-onion tofu crisps are baked—not fried—oil-free, and pack an impressive 49 g of protein per batch.
Giant sushi burrito with spicy peanut-sesame dip
This giant vegan sushi burrito wrap is the ultimate plant-based lunch — filled with tofu, crunchy veggies, avocado, and served with a rich peanut dipping sauce. Easy to make, meal-prep friendly, and absolutely delicious!
Triple chocolate high-protein cookies
Craving cookies but don’t want to derail your health or fitness goals? We’ve got you covered! Our delicious high-protein cookies are macro-friendly, packed with flavour, and deliver a massive 100 g of protein per batch.
High protein Vegan jelly (jello)
If you’re craving a protein boost but want something different from your usual shake, our high-protein jelly is the perfect treat. It’s light, refreshing, and packed with the fuel your body needs.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudgesicle Recipe
Cool off this summer with our Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudgesicles—a luscious, dairy‑free treat that tastes like a peanut butter cup on a stick. Creamy layers of chocolate and peanut butter meet the nostalgic bite of fudgesicles, all made with simple, wholesome ingredients. Perfectly indulgent, yet vegan and easy to make at home.