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Be Healthy! Plant-Based Weekly Menu (UK Style) — Lunch, Dinner & Dessert Ideas

🌞 Monday

Lunch: Tofu and Roasted Veg Wraps Grilled tofu slices with roasted courgettes, red pepper, spinach, and hummus wrapped in a wholemeal tortilla.

Dinner: Lentil & Carrot Shepherd’s Pie Green lentils cooked in a tomato base with onions, garlic, carrots, topped with mashed sweet potato and baked until golden.

Dessert: Chia Seed Pudding with Berries Chia seeds soaked overnight in unsweetened soy milk with vanilla, topped with fresh strawberries and blueberries.

🌞 Tuesday

Lunch: Wild Rice Salad with Chickpeas and Avocado A refreshing salad of wild rice, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, parsley, lemon juice, and diced avocado.

Dinner: Mushroom & Tofu Stroganoff Tofu cubes and mushrooms in a creamy cashew sauce, served with whole wheat pasta and steamed broccoli.

Dessert: Baked Pears with Walnuts and Cinnamon Pears halved and baked with crushed walnuts, cinnamon, and a drizzle of maple syrup.

🌞 Wednesday

Lunch: Quinoa & Black Bean Stuffed Peppers Bell peppers filled with a mixture of quinoa, black beans, sweetcorn, and tomato sauce, baked until tender.

Dinner: Chickpea and Spinach Curry A mildly spiced coconut curry with chickpeas, baby spinach and diced tomatoes, served with brown basmati rice.

Dessert: Oat & Banana Cookies Mashed banana, oats, chopped dates, and a hint of cinnamon — baked into soft, chewy cookies.

🌞 Thursday

Lunch: Falafel Bowl with Tahini Dressing Homemade falafel served on a bed of couscous, lettuce, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and tahini-lemon dressing.

Dinner: Aubergine & Lentil Moussaka Layers of grilled aubergine, lentil ragu, and cashew béchamel sauce baked until bubbling.

Dessert: Avocado Chocolate Mousse Blended avocado, cocoa powder, maple syrup, and a splash of plant milk — chilled and topped with raspberries.

🌞 Friday

Lunch: Sweet Potato & Black Bean Burrito Bowl Roasted sweet potato, black beans, brown rice, salsa, avocado, and lime — served in a bowl.

Dinner: Seitan Stir Fry with Ginger-Soy Sauce Seitan strips stir-fried with broccoli, bell peppers, carrots, and a ginger-soy glaze. Served with soba noodles.

Dessert: Coconut Yoghurt with Mango & Granola Dairy-free coconut yoghurt layered with sliced mango and homemade oat granola.

🌞 Saturday

Lunch: Grilled Veg & Pesto Pasta Salad Whole wheat pasta tossed with grilled courgette, cherry tomatoes, spinach, and a walnut-basil pesto.

Dinner: Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms Large mushrooms filled with a mix of lentils, walnuts, garlic, and breadcrumbs, baked and served with steamed greens.

Dessert: Apple Crumble (Vegan) Baked apples with a topping of oats, almond flour, coconut oil and cinnamon. Served warm.

🌞 Sunday

Lunch: Tempeh BLT Sandwich Crispy tempeh “bacon”, lettuce, tomato and avocado on whole grain bread with vegan mayo.

Dinner: Butternut Squash & Red Lentil Stew A hearty stew with red lentils, squash, carrot, and warming spices, served with rustic wholemeal bread.

Dessert: Berry & Oat Parfait Layered jar of oat porridge, mixed berries, and chopped almonds.

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How to Start a Plant-Based Diet, Step by Step

Switching to a plant-based diet can seem daunting, especially for someone who’s been eating meat for most of their life. However, the transition doesn’t need to be drastic. It can begin with small changes — such as adding more vegetables and plant-based proteins to meals while gradually cutting back on animal products.

The key to a healthy and balanced plant-based diet is variety. At every meal, it’s important to include different types of plant foods, always tailored to individual preferences and nutritional needs.

🔸 Plant-based proteins Legumes (such as beans, lentils, and chickpeas), soy products (like tofu, tempeh, edamame, and soy milk), seitan, nuts, and seeds are all excellent sources of plant protein. These foods don’t just provide protein — they’re also rich in fibre, healthy fats, vitamins, minerals, and beneficial plant compounds.

Simple meal ideas include: a lentil and walnut loaf, a hearty vegetable and bean stew, tofu sautéed with mushrooms and rice, or even a classic almond butter and jam sandwich.

🔸 Whole grains Barley, wild rice, Kamut, and other whole grains should be regular features in the daily diet. Unlike refined grains, whole grains retain all their components — bran, germ, and endosperm — and preserve their nutritional value. They are high in fibre, help regulate blood sugar levels, and promote a lasting feeling of fullness. Ideally, about six portions of grains should be consumed each day, with at least half being whole grains.

🔸 Vegetables A variety of colourful vegetables — such as spinach, carrots, courgettes, tomatoes, and asparagus — are essential in any plant-based eating plan. Packed with vitamins, minerals, fibre, and phytochemicals, they should form the foundation of every plate. Aim for two to three cups per day.

🔸 Fruits Fruits like mangoes, grapes, berries, pears, and cherries are naturally sweet and full of fibre, antioxidants, and vitamins. The natural sugars in whole fruits are not linked to the same health risks as added sugars, which are associated with diabetes and heart disease. The recommended intake is between 1.5 to 2 cups per day.

🔸 Healthy plant fats Fats from plant sources — such as olive oil, avocados, nuts, and seeds — are vital for heart health. These include both monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. Including a daily serving of these whole foods, whether raw or used in cooking, helps meet the recommended fat intake of 20% to 35% of total daily calories.

Adopting a plant-based diet doesn’t have to be complicated or extreme. With small, consistent choices, anyone can move towards a healthier lifestyle and enjoy the long-term health benefits it brings.

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Lifestyle Changes to Help Alleviate Symptoms of an Enlarged Prostate

Several lifestyle adjustments can help manage and reduce symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH):

Exercise Regularly: Physical activity helps reduce inflammation, manage weight, and improve overall prostate health. Aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise, such as walking or swimming, most days of the week.

Maintain a Healthy Weight: Excess weight can worsen BPH symptoms. Losing weight through diet and exercise can provide relief.

Adopt a Balanced Diet: Focus on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and lean proteins. Reduce intake of red meat, processed foods, and saturated fats.

Limit Caffeine and Alcohol: These can irritate the bladder and increase urinary frequency. Reducing or avoiding them may help.

Manage Fluid Intake: Drink fluids throughout the day but limit them in the evening to reduce nighttime urination. Avoid drinking large amounts at once.

Practice Good Bathroom Habits: Take your time when urinating, fully empty your bladder, and avoid holding urine for long periods. Double voiding (trying to urinate again after finishing) can help87.

Manage Stress: Stress can worsen symptoms. Techniques such as deep breathing, meditation, or yoga can help manage stress levels.

Try Kegel Exercises: These pelvic floor exercises can strengthen muscles and improve bladder contro.

Monitor Medications: Some medications can aggravate BPH symptoms. Consult your doctor about your current medications8.

Regular Check-Ups: See your healthcare provider regularly for monitoring and personalized advice.

Making these changes can significantly improve quality of life and help manage BPH symptoms effectively.

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Medications for BPH

Most medications commonly prescribed for an enlarged prostate have many side effects that harm male virility and masculinity, and only eliminate symptoms without solving the problem. Finasteride and dutasteride (5-alpha-reductase inhibitors), doxazosin, silodosin, alfuzosin, terazosin, tamsulosin (alpha-1 antagonists), and other drugs usually prescribed for BPH are synthetic chemicals that often have many negative side effects on male virility and masculinity. THEY ACT AS CHEMICAL CASTRATORS! They can cause impotence, decrease libido, cause retrograde ejaculation, and may even lead to GYNECOMASTIA (male breast growth). For this reason, as a safe and effective alternative, I always recommend the natural nutritherapeutic SSP3-forte to those who consult me. It works very well and does not have these side effects because it is a natural nutritherapeutic.

In my opinion, with over 20 years of experience, it is the best natural alternative to drugs for treating BPH, normalising PSA, normalising prostate size, and keeping your prostate healthy. The information is extensive. You can read more by clicking this link: http://problemasnaprostata.blogspot.pt/2016/09/tratar-prostata-aumentada-sem-operar.html

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Natural Therapy for Enlarged Prostate (BPH): A Nutritional Approach

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or enlarged prostate, is a common condition affecting many men as they age. Typical symptoms include frequent urination, difficulty starting or stopping urine flow, and waking up at night to urinate. While medications and surgery are available, many people are interested in natural therapies to support prostate health and ease symptoms.

As a therapeutic nutritionist, I recommend a holistic approach combining dietary changes, lifestyle modifications, and select herbal remedies. Eating a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats can help maintain a healthy weight and reduce inflammation. Foods like tomatoes (rich in lycopene), pumpkin seeds, onions, and garlic have been linked to better prostate health.

Certain herbal supplements may also help. Saw palmetto, stinging nettle, rye grass pollen, and pygeum africanum are among the most studied natural remedies for BPH. Saw palmetto, for example, may help reduce urinary symptoms by inhibiting the hormone DHT, which contributes to prostate growth. Pumpkin seed extract is another option, with studies showing it can improve urinary symptoms and quality of life.

Lifestyle tips include regular exercise, limiting fluid intake in the evening, and emptying the bladder fully when urinating. Managing stress and avoiding caffeine or alcohol before bedtime can also help reduce night-time symptoms.

It’s important to consult a healthcare professional before starting any new supplement, especially if you are taking medications. Natural therapies can complement, but not replace, medical advice.

Taking a proactive, natural approach can support prostate health and improve quality of life for those with BPH.

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In general, nine-tenths of our happiness depends on our health alone. With health, everything is a source of pleasure. Arthur Schopenhauer

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Medical Nutrition Therapy, the first step for a health life... Nutritional Therapy is the application of nutrition science in the promotion of health, peak performance and individual care. Nutritional Therapists use a wide range of tools to assess and identify potential nutritional imbalances and understand how these may contribute to an individual’s symptoms and health concerns. This approach allows them to work with individuals to address nutritional balance and help support the body towards maintaining health. Nutritional Therapy is recognised as a complementary medicine and is relevant for individuals with chronic conditions, as well as those looking for support to enhance their health and wellbeing. Practitioners consider each individual to be unique and recommend personalised nutrition and lifestyle programmes rather than a ‘one size fits all’ approach. Practitioners never recommend nutritional therapy as a replacement for medical advice and always refer any client with ‘red flag’ signs or symptoms to their medical professional. They will also frequently work alongside a medical professional and will communicate with other healthcare professionals involved in the client’s care to explain any nutritional therapy programme that has been provided.

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If you have an enlarged prostate (BPH), use the natural nutritherapeutic supplement SSP3-Forte. It's effective and has no side effects.

In my opinion, based on over 20 years of experience, SSP3-Forte is the best alternative to pharmaceuticals for treating BPH, normalising PSA levels, reducing prostate size, and maintaining a functional and healthy prostate, which will also improve your sexual performance.

With the synergistic nutritional support that SSP3-FORTE provides, from the 6th week of use, you may begin to benefit, alleviate, and control your prostate in the following ways:

Reduction in size, with consequent clearing of the urethra

Reduction of PSA to normal levels

Reduction of urinary frequency to normal levels (Better sleep at night)

Improvement in urinary flow, eliminating dribbling

Improvement in erection and ejaculation

Improvement in spermatogenesis (increase in sperm count)

Improvement in sexual performance

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Prostate: Key Measurements to Consider... PSA levels in nanograms per millilitre (ng/ml): • 0 to 2.5 ng/ml – considered low • 2.6 to 9.9 ng/ml – considered mild to moderate • 10 to 19.9 ng/ml – considered moderately high • 20 ng/ml or more – considered significantly high

Free PSA / Total PSA Ratio – 20% or more

Normal prostate weight – between 15 and 20 grams.

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The Prostate Gland

The prostate is a gland about the size and shape of a large chestnut, measuring 4 cm transversely and 3 cm in thickness, with an approximate weight of 20 grams in an adult. It tends to start slowly enlarging (hypertrophy) from the age of 25 and more rapidly after 40/45 years, potentially reaching up to 80 grams and causing serious problems. Your prostate contributes fluid that mixes with semen and nourishes sperm cells.

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Medical Nutrition Therapy, the first step for a health life... Nutritional Therapy is the application of nutrition science in the promotion of health, peak performance and individual care. Nutritional Therapists use a wide range of tools to assess and identify potential nutritional imbalances and understand how these may contribute to an individual’s symptoms and health concerns. This approach allows them to work with individuals to address nutritional balance and help support the body towards maintaining health. Nutritional Therapy is recognised as a complementary medicine and is relevant for individuals with chronic conditions, as well as those looking for support to enhance their health and wellbeing. Practitioners consider each individual to be unique and recommend personalised nutrition and lifestyle programmes rather than a ‘one size fits all’ approach. Practitioners never recommend nutritional therapy as a replacement for medical advice and always refer any client with ‘red flag’ signs or symptoms to their medical professional. They will also frequently work alongside a medical professional and will communicate with other healthcare professionals involved in the client’s care to explain any nutritional therapy programme that has been provided.