Louella Berryman
Louella is our food and drink writer, covering everything from how to host the perfect pasta party to the latest research on fermented foods and gut health. She's worked in almost every part of the food and hospitality industry, from serving plates and pouring wine to recipe developing and cooking behind the scenes to create beautifully photographed food for magazines. Outside of the office, you can usually find Louella performing very badly in pub quizzes or shaking up a margarita or two.
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What is the MIND diet and does it really reduce the risk of developing dementia?
There are five foods the diet strongly recommends you avoid
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8 best cereals that are actually good for you, according to nutritionists
Healthy breakfast = sorted
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You need to try this Wimbledon-themed strawberries and cream yoghurt bark
You only need two ingredients
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Flaxseed is the fibre-filled satiation saviour you need to know about
It's choc full of nutritional benefits
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High-protein tomato and feta loaded hummus
The dip of queens
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Salmon souvlaki protein bowl
Three sources of protein in one meal? Yes please
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'I tried eating 30 plants a week and learnt some major lessons'
Some experts have criticised the guidance, and for good reason
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If you can't stop snacking, here are 15 healthy crisps to get on your next food shop
That's 11am, 1pm and 3pm snacks sorted
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These are officially the best hot cross buns of 2024
There are some seriously elite flavour combos this year
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CBD drinks are everywhere right now, but which ones are actually worth buying?
Crack one open and bliss out
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‘I swapped porridge for savoury breakfasts for 7 days – this is what I learnt’
I had no idea my ‘healthy’ breakfast might be causing glucose spikes and fluctuating energy levels
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The best Valentine's Day meal kits for every budget
Because V-day is the perfect excuse to treat yourself
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Everything you need to know about kimchi
The complete lowdown on the health creds of the Korean cooking staple
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This blueberry matcha yoghurt bark will be your new freezer staple
The almond butter centre is * chef's kiss *
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8 nutritionist-approved mood-boosting foods for slump season
Upgrade your meal plan with these feel-good simple swaps
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The ‘sleepy girl mocktail’ is trending on TikTok – but does it actually work?
We asked five nutritionists for their take on the viral cherry-juice-before-bed trend
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'I tried GABA spirits and they've totally saved my first Dry January'
These drinks from Sentia are my new Friday night go-tos
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M&S launches meat-free mince containing 10 diverse plant varieties
There are no ultra-processed ingredients, either
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Little Moons have just launched a brand-new flavour and it sounds super fresh
We love a seasonal moment
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8 things I wish I knew before going vegetarian
The answers you need before going meat-free
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10 Christmas alcohol-free cocktails for merry (and mindful) sipping
Booze free, but never boring
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'I tried Bold Bean Co beans and you won't catch me eating tinned beans again'
Bold Bean Co has been making waves with Instagram chefs, but how do the spenny jarred beans really measure up?
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‘I tried Honestly Tasty's vegan cheese and wine set and this is why it's a must-have for your next girls night in’
You’d better brie-lieve it
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Everything you need to know about fermented foods
From yoghurt and kimchi to sauerkraut and kombucha, these are the gut health boosters we should all be getting a little more of
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8 of the best plant-based Christmas sandwiches on the high street
Delicious and (sort of) nutritious
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Pret's Christmas menu 2023 launches today and it features a salted caramel latte
Plus a festive macaroni cheese
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Starbucks’ 2023 Christmas menu has dropped, and there are so many new treats
Old favourites are returning, too
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Costa Coffee has brought back their Black Forest Hot Chocolate just in time for cosy season
The fans campaigned to bring it back