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Looking for ways to reduce ultra-processed foods in your diet? Try these tasty recipes for wholesome alternatives from top nutritionist Rhiannon Lambert, and you’ll never look back!

SERVES 2 INGREDIENTS 1 large ripe banana, peeled 1 egg 80g rolled oats 1 tsp vanilla bean paste ¼ tsp ground cinnamon Large pinch of salt 2 tbsp unsalted butter Handful of chocolate chips (optional) T

Cool down when the temperature rises with these delicious desserts and sweet treats

By David and Stephen Flynn from The Happy Pear (thehappypear.ie) Makes 10 | Prep 15 mins | Cook 35-40 mins FOR THE BASE 180g rolled oats100g almond flour orwholewheat flour60ml maple syrup60ml coconut

Get ready for a burst of joy with Walker's Nonsuch Banana Split Éclairs! These irresistible toffees are filled with real white chocolate and a luscious banana flavour, bringing a fruity twist to a bel