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Smugglers, the ice cream with vegetables hidden in it

Smugglers Icecream was launched after three fathers found it difficult to get their kids to eat veg. Photo: Smugglers Food

Smugglers Ice cream was launched after three fathers found it difficult to get their kids to eat veg. Photo: Smugglers Food

Smugglers ice cream sneaks vegetables into its flavours, but there was no such hiding for its three founding fathers when it came to launching their brand. Having secured a deal with Waitrose, snow during launch week in March was followed by weeks of rain, and the trio had an unwanted start-up challenge on their hands.

“Because it’s potted ice cream, it’s less seasonal than lollies, but you still need people to be in the mood to buy it,” recalls Smugglers co-founder Toby Moore. “We are in the lap of gods but it’s the same with beer or soft drinks.”

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Now the weather is to their taste, the brand owners are firmly aiming their veggie-infused tubs at families

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6 Foods You Should Avoid That Cause Bloating (And Tips To Reduce Bloating)

Have you ever felt that uncomfortable bloated feeling, with excess gas and abdominal discomfort? If so, you’re not alone! It has become quite common as our eating habits tend to favor sinful street food over healthy homemade meals. However, did you know that the cause of your discomfort could be related to your most recent meal, which may still be sitting in your undigested stomach? The good news is that bloating and gas are usually not a sign of a serious health issue and can be managed with a few simple changes to your diet. To help you pinpoint which foods might be causing your bloating and gas, we’ve put together a list of common culprits, along with tips on how to avoid feeling gassy. So let’s start on the path towards a happier and healthier digestive system!

Here Are 6 Foods You Should Avoid If Bloating Troubles You:

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Think you know all about ‘heart healthy’ foods? It’s time to get your fats straight

The health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids, found in oily fish, chia seeds, flaxseeds and walnuts, have been widely documented, in particular in relation to brain health. You may be less familiar with omega-6, another essential dietary fat found mainly in cooking oils, especially soybean, sunflower and corn oils.

Scientists have found that a diet high in omega-6 but low in omega-3 increases inflammation, a risk factor for chronic disease, whilst a diet that includes balanced amounts of each reduces inflammation. There is actually no scientifically proven ideal ratio but the Western diet is typically 16:1 and it’s thought we should be aiming for 4:1 or lower. In a nutshell, the advice is to reduce omega-6 and increase omega-3.

This poke bowl recipe does a good job of balancing out the omega-6, in the soy, by including oily fish which is high in omega-3.

Place some pre-cooked whole grain rice

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