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The Gut Reset: 5 Gentle Ways to Care for Your Gut Naturally
Inside every one of us is a hidden community. Trillions of tiny organisms, collectively known as the microbiome, residing in the gut may be influenced by lifestyle factors. A “gut reset” doesn’t always mean restrictive cleanses or expensive supplements. Often, it’s about weaving in gentle, grounding habits that support a sense of rhythm and balance in your daily routine. Think less about rules and more about rituals: the small, daily shifts that help this inner ecosystem feel supported. Below are five simple, nature-aligned hacks to try. They aren’t prescriptive, and there’s no one-size-fits-all. Instead, think of them as invitations, Ways to care for your wellbeing from within without sacrificing joy. 1. Begin with a Morning Ritual Your gut, like you, responds to routine. Establishing gentle rhythms throughout the day can help create a sense of steadiness in your overall well-being. Morning rituals can be powerful, not because they’re rigid, but because they send the body a message of calm and predictability. This doesn’t have to mean elaborate meditation. Something as simple as drinking a glass of warm water, stepping outside for fresh air, or journaling a few thoughts before the day begins might make a difference. Pausing before coffee or emails helps anchor your nervous system, and when your nervous system is calm, the rest of you can follow suit. Over time, that morning ritual becomes more than a habit; it becomes a signal to your body that the day will unfold with intention, not chaos. 2. Crowd in Plant Variety One of the most joyful ways to encourage variety in your gut-friendly habits is through food diversity. Different plant foods: vegetables, fruits, legumes, nuts, seeds, and herbs, all contain unique fibres and compounds that introduce a variety of plant fibres that may influence gut flora. Instead of thinking in terms of “cutting out,” focus on “crowding in.” Can you add one more colourful vegetable to your dinner plate? Swap plain rice for a mix of grains? Sprinkle nuts, seeds, or fresh herbs over your salad? The secret isn’t perfection, it’s variety. Every colour you add brings a different story to the table, and the more diverse your meals, the more nourished your inner world feels. Even small, consistent additions (like adding rocket to your sandwich or berries to your oats) make a difference over time. 3. Embrace Slow Eating We live in a culture of speed. Lunch at the desk, breakfast in the car, dinner while half-watching a show. But when it comes to nourishment, pace matters as much as content. Eating slowly is a deceptively simple act that can transform how meals feel. Chewing thoroughly, setting down your fork between bites, even noticing the flavours as they unfold, these tiny pauses give your body space to receive nourishment with less strain. It’s also a form of mindfulness: by slowing down, you connect more deeply to your food and to the act of eating itself. Think of it less as a rule and more as a gift. Slow eating turns meals into moments, helping them feel satisfying rather than rushed. 4. Swap Sugar for Smarter Sweetness It’s natural to crave sweetness as it’s hardwired into us. The challenge is that highly processed sugars can often crowd out a balanced diet. The good news? There are plenty of ways to keep sweetness on the table without compromising flavour. Plant-based sugar alternatives, such as stevia or monk fruit, are increasingly popular swaps that allow you to enjoy desserts, baking, or your afternoon coffee ritual without relying on refined sugar. Even simple shifts such as adding cinnamon for warmth, fresh fruit for natural sweetness, or using a naturally derived sweetener can help you enjoy what you love more gently. This isn’t about cutting out joy. It’s about re-framing sweetness as something that fits into your balanced lifestyle. 5. Move in Micro-Doses Movement has long been linked with vitality, but it doesn’t need to mean long workouts or rigid schedules. Emerging research suggests routines may influence gut microbial patterns, and micro-movements sprinkled throughout the day can be just as powerful as a single gym session. A ten-minute walk after dinner, a stretch while waiting for the kettle, dancing to one song in the kitchen, these little “movement snacks” create circulation, rhythm, and connection. They’re not chores, they’re shifts in energy. When you incorporate more movement, not only does your body feel more alive, but your inner ecosystem also gets a chance to experience those changes in flow and rhythm. 6. The Reset Mindset The word “reset” often conjures images of deprivation or rules. However, a gut reset is softer and more cyclical. It’s not about forcing change overnight, but about showing up daily for the community within you, a community that, in many ways, reflects how you live. The more variety, calm, rhythm, and joy you bring to your routines, the more you feel supported in return. Nourishment isn’t complicated; it’s often the simplest acts, repeated steadily, that create the biggest shifts. And maybe that’s the real secret of the microbiome: it doesn’t ask for perfection, only partnership.
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What It Gut Health and Why It Matters for Your Everyday Wellbeing
Gut health isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a key part of feeling good day to day. But what does it actually mean, and why should you pay attention to it? At its simplest, gut health refers to the balance, variety, and activity of the microorganisms living in your digestive system, known as the gut microbiome. These tiny residents include bacteria, fungi, and other microbes that play a role in breaking down food, absorbing nutrients, and interacting with your immune system. A balanced gut microbiome may support digestion, energy levels, and even your mood. Why Gut Health Matters Your gut does more than digest food. Its influence stretches across several aspects of your health: Digestion & Nutrient Absorption: A well-functioning gut helps break down food efficiently so your body can access vitamins, minerals, and energy. Immune Support: Microbes in the gut interact with immune cells, helping your body respond appropriately to challenges. Mood and Brain Health: The gut-brain axis connects your gut and brain, suggesting that a balanced gut may contribute to emotional and cognitive well-being. Essentially, your gut microbiome is like a carefully balanced ecosystem. When it’s nourished and diverse, your body can function at its best. How Your Gut Interacts With Other Systems The gut doesn’t work in isolation. Its microbial activity influences multiple body systems: Immune System: Gut microbes help train and regulate immune responses. Metabolism: Some microbes assist in breaking down complex foods, influencing energy and how your body uses nutrients. Brain & Mood: Chemical messengers produced by gut microbes can communicate with the brain, potentially influencing stress, focus, and overall wellbeing. This interconnectedness shows why supporting your gut can have effects that may extend beyond digestion. Everyday Ways to Support Your Gut You don’t need to overhaul your life to support gut health. Simple, consistent habits can make a big difference: Eat a Variety of Foods: Diverse diets, especially those rich in plant-based foods, are linked to a more balanced microbiome. Include Fibre: Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and legumes feed your gut microbes and help keep digestion running smoothly. Try Fermented Foods: Options like miso, tempeh, kombucha, and sauerkraut introduce friendly microbes to your digestive system. Stay Hydrated: Water helps maintain healthy digestion and supports the integrity of the gut lining. Prioritise Sleep and Stress Management: Quality sleep and stress-reducing practices, such as mindfulness or light movement, can support the gut’s balance. Recent research highlights the link between diet and gut microbiome diversity. A 2025 review in Nutrition Reviews (Cosier et al., 2025) found that dietary patterns rich in fibre and plant-based foods are associated with a more varied and balanced gut microbiome, which can contribute to better digestive and metabolic outcomes. While this research doesn’t suggest a cure-all, it highlights the significant impact that everyday food choices can have on gut health. Supporting your gut doesn’t have to be complicated. A varied diet, regular hydration, quality sleep, and effective stress management all may contribute to maintaining a healthy, balanced microbiome. Small, mindful choices made consistently over time can help you feel your best.
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Not All Sweet Is Equal: Let’s Talk Sugar, Swaps & What Actually Feels Good
Let’s be honest, most of us want a little something sweet in our day. Whether it’s a drizzle of honey in tea, a cheeky square of chocolate after dinner, or something fun baked over the weekend, sweetness is part of how we connect, unwind, and enjoy small moments. But standing in front of the sugar aisle (or scrolling past another “sugar-free” dessert), it’s easy to get confused. Cane sugar, coconut sugar, aspartame, sucralose, stevia, monk fruit… what do they actually do? And how do you pick what works for you? The good news is, you don’t need to quit sweet things or become a label-reading wizard. It’s more about understanding what’s in your pantry and making swaps that work with your body, not against it. The Sugar Story: Why It’s Worth Rethinking Refined sugar, such as cane sugar or high-fructose corn syrup, is super common in processed foods and drinks. It might taste great, but too much of it may contribute to energy highs and lows throughout the day, and snack cravings not long after. While they’re technically natural, our bodies aren’t exactly built for the sheer volume we consume these days. Even sugars that sound fancier (like agave or coconut sugar) still land with the same energy highs and lows if we overdo it. In 2023, a review in the journal Nutrients explored the growing concerns around added sugars and their impact on overall health and wellbeing. It highlighted that regularly consuming high amounts of added sugars may contribute to imbalances in energy levels, mood, and general metabolic health over time. And sugar doesn’t just impact energy. Excessive consumption of it may lead to digestive issues, altered skin appearance, and impaired sleep quality over time. No guilt trip here, just a nudge to tune in to what your body’s telling you. That’s why many people are seeking ways to enjoy sweetness without the crash. Artificial Sweeteners: Low-Cal, But What Else? Artificial sweeteners like sucralose or aspartame have been around for decades. You’ll find them in diet sodas, sugar-free gums, and lots of low-cal snacks. They don’t contain calories and don’t hit your blood sugar the same way sugar does, which sounds like a win… until it doesn’t feel like one. Some people just don’t vibe with the taste; a bit metallic, maybe a little off. And baking with them? Not always the same magic. Then there’s the gut factor. While the science is still catching up, some studies have begun to raise eyebrows. A 2022 study published in Cell found that certain artificial sweeteners may interfere with gut microbes, impacting how the body handles sugar. Not in everyone, but enough to be worth considering if gut health is essential to you. While these sweeteners might be okay in small amounts, they’re probably not the ones you’d want in your everyday rotation, especially if you’re trying to feel your best long-term. Natural Sweeteners: A Kinder Way to Sweeten So what about natural alternatives? Plant-based sweeteners like stevia are popping up in everything from iced tea to breakfast bars, and for good reason. Stevia comes from a leafy little plant (Stevia Rebaudiana, if we’re being fancy), and it delivers sweetness without the calories or the post-sugar crash. In a 2010 study published in Appetite, researchers found that people who ate meals sweetened with stevia had lower blood sugar and insulin levels after eating and didn’t feel the urge to snack more later to "make up" for it. You Don’t Need to Break Up with Sweet This isn’t about rules. It’s about making choices that work with your body, rather than against it. You’re not “bad” for loving sugar nor “perfect” for avoiding it. But if you’ve been wondering why some sweeteners feel different, or if you’ve been looking for a better swap without the strong aftertaste or energy highs and lows some sweeteners may cause, natural options like stevia might be your sweet spot. We’re here for the swaps that feel good.
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What Drink Personality Are You?
What Your Drink Says About You: A creamy latte to kickstart the day? A matcha for a midday boost, or a hot chocolate when you’re winding down. But have you ever thought about what your favourite drink might say about you? We’ve matched each sip with a little personality. Find out yours! Click to see what your drink order says about you HERE: Latte Edition Your pick: A classic latte with Natvia 100% Natural Sweetener or Sweetener 100% Natural Sweetener Tablets. You’re grounded, reliable, and effortlessly stylish. You love a good routine, but you’re not afraid to switch things up with a better-for-you twist. In your morning ritual or your mid-afternoon reset, your latte is all about comfort with intention. Your vibe: Calm, collected, and quietly confident. Matcha Edition Your pick: Matcha latte with Natvia 100% Natural Sweetener You’re curious, mindful, and always ahead of the curve. You love discovering new things! A wellness trend or the new cafe on the block. Your matcha moment is more than a drink, it’s a pause, a breath, a little green boost in your day. Your vibe: Thoughtful, creative, and a little bit zen. Chai Latte Edition Your pick: Chai latte with Natvia 100% Natural Sweetener You’re warm, expressive, and full of flavour, just like your drink. You love a little spice in your day and you’re not afraid to stand out. You’re all about balance: bold taste, naturally sweetened. Your vibe: Vibrant, soulful, and unapologetically you. Hot Chocolate Edition Your pick: Natvia Relax Hot Chocolate You’re the comfort-seeker. You know how to slow down, savour the moment, and treat yourself with kindness. A warm mug of Hot Chocolate is your go-to for winding down after a long day, and you probably have a favourite blanket too. Your vibe: Calm, nurturing, and a little nostalgic.
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Sweet Smarts: Understanding the Difference Between Sugar, Artificial Sweeteners, and Natural Alternatives
We all have our thing when it comes to sweetness. Maybe it’s a morning coffee that hits better with a little something stirred in, or a bite of something indulgent at the end of a long day. Sweetness feels comforting. Familiar. And let’s be honest, sometimes essential. But as more people explore a sugar-free lifestyle and look for healthy sugar alternatives, it’s worth asking: Is all sweetness created equal? The truth is, not all sugars (or sugar swaps) are doing us the same kind of favours. With more conversations happening around gut health, energy dips, and feeling balanced in general, now’s a good time to check in on what we’re actually sweetening with. What About Traditional Sugar? Refined sugars, such as cane sugar and high-fructose corn syrup, are prevalent, particularly in processed foods. They’re naturally derived, sure, but when consumed in excess amounts, they may leave you feeling out of sync. That quick burst of sweetness might feel great at first, but many people notice a crash soon after. You might feel it as a dip in energy, a shift in mood, or those snacky cravings that pop up mid-morning. Even the more “natural” options, such as coconut sugar or agave syrup, are still, at their core, added sugars. They sweeten beautifully, but they may behave in much the same way as refined sugar. For example, they can still raise blood sugar levels and may contribute to similar effects on energy and cravings. It’s less about labelling them as bad, and more about knowing how they might land for you and how often they’re showing up. A 2023 review published in Nutrients confirms that excessive intake of added sugars is associated with increased risks of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. Even sugars marketed as more natural still contribute to your overall glycaemic load. What many don’t realise is that added sugar can sneak into many everyday foods. Over time, it may disrupt your body’s natural rhythms, particularly in terms of energy, digestion, or sleep. Swapping it out where you can is a simple, supportive way to feel more balanced and nourished in the long run. Artificial Sweeteners: The Other Side Artificial sweeteners like aspartame, sucralose, and saccharin have been on supermarket shelves since the ’80s. They’re low-calorie sugar substitutes often used for weight management and in diet or “sugar-free” drinks. But there are some clear drawbacks. The biggest one? They’re made with artificial ingredients. For people trying to live closer to whole or natural foods, that can feel like a compromise. Emerging research is also raising questions. A 2022 study published in Cell found that some artificial sweeteners may affect gut bacteria, and the body responds to sugar. Another study from Monash University reported that consuming just one can of artificially sweetened soft drink daily may increase diabetes risk by more than a third. While further research is needed, findings like these suggest that artificial sweeteners may not be effective for everyone. And then there’s the taste. Some people notice a synthetic aftertaste that’s hard to ignore, and if you’re into baking, you’ve probably seen that they don’t always hold up well in heat. So while they can be helpful in a pinch, they’re not always the most satisfying option, especially if you’re after something that feels closer to the real thing. Why Natural Sweeteners Feel Like a Smarter Swap If you’ve ever stood in the sweetener aisle wondering which one actually makes sense for real life, you’re not alone. Between the “sugar-free” labels and the endless buzzwords, it’s hard to know what’s genuinely better for you or if you’re trading one thing for another. Natural, plant-based sweeteners such as Stevia, monk fruit, and erythritol are made with natural ingredients rather than artificial additives. They’re considered low GI sweeteners, meaning they may not cause the same sharp spikes in blood sugar as traditional sugar. Stevia, for example, comes from a leaf (not a lab), has no added calories, and doesn’t send your blood sugar on a rollercoaster. It’s sweet, yes, but not in the way that leaves you feeling flat an hour later. A study published in Appetite (2010) examined how people responded to stevia-sweetened meals compared to those sweetened with sugar. What did they find? Those meals with Stevia didn’t spike glucose or insulin as much, and interestingly, didn’t lead to people overcompensating by eating more later. Which is a long way of saying: it kept things steady. It’s one of the easiest healthy sugar alternatives to reach for when you want sweetness without the sugar crash. Sweetness doesn’t have to be sacrificed to live a healthier life; it just needs to be reimagined. While traditional sugar may be familiar, artificial sweeteners may seem convenient, natural sweeteners like stevia, monk fruit, and erythritol offer a more balanced approach. Every sprinkle, spread, or spoonful is carefully crafted to support your energy, gut health, and overall goals. Because smart swaps shouldn’t just taste sweet, they should make you feel better too.
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Healthy Eating Starts in Your Kitchen: Spring Cleaning Your Pantry & Fridge
Spring’s here, and while you’re clearing out winter layers, it’s the perfect time to give your pantry and fridge a little love, too. A tidy, organised pantry and fridge don’t just look pretty; they can help make healthy eating feel more intuitive. We believe smart swaps can feel easier when your space supports them. Sometimes, simply reshaping your environment is the easiest way to create a space that encourages nourishing foods and feel-good meals every day. Why a Tidy Food Space Makes Healthy Eating Easier Research from Behavioural Nutrition (2021) shows that what we see and its accessibility to us heavily influence our choices. When fresh fruit sits front and centre in your fridge, or your sweetener is right next to your morning tea, you’re more likely to grab it without thinking. On the other hand, snacks hidden in solid-coloured containers or tucked on high shelves often get forgotten. It’s not about restriction or depriving yourself, it’s about creating a stress-free eating environment where better-for-you choices are visible, inviting, and effortless. These small tweaks may encourage more mindful eating habits. 5 Easy Ways to a Healthier Food Space 1. Declutter expired and unwanted items Start with a fresh slate: toss old pantry staples, half-used sauces past their prime, and anything that’s no longer serving you. Clearing clutter creates space for fresh, seasonal ingredients, making it simpler to choose feel-good foods. 2. Group by category Organise snacks, grains, canned goods, and baking ingredients into bins or baskets. When everything has its place, it’s easier to see what you have and grab what you need, making healthy eating feel more intuitive. 3. Make healthy options more visible Store colourful fruits and chopped veggies in clear containers or bowls at eye level in the fridge or on the counter. Add natural sweetener to your tea, smoothies or baking instead of refined sugar. 4. Strategically hide the “sometimes” foods Store ultra-processed snacks, such as chips or sweets, in opaque containers or on higher shelves to minimise exposure. You’re less likely to reach for what you don’t see. Out of sight, out of snack-stress. 5. Make space for joyful moments, the balanced way Keep a jar of sugar-free Hazelnut Spread on hand for those sweet cravings. Spread it on toast, swirl it into oats, or dip it in some strawberries for a simple, indulgent, feel-good snack that can be part of a balanced eating routine. Simple Pantry Tweaks to Support Healthy Eating You don’t need a full lifestyle overhaul to make healthy eating easier. A few small shifts in your kitchen can have a surprisingly significant impact on what you reach for every day. Some days, it’s as simple as throwing together whatever’s on hand; other days, it’s experimenting with seasonal produce, colourful fruits, or plant-based ingredients. By keeping nutritious options visible, tucking indulgent snacks out of immediate sight, and making smart food swaps, you create a space where mindful eating feels natural rather than forced. Over time, these tiny changes may help you feel more confident in your choices, enjoy feel-good foods, and make meals feel satisfying and nourishing. Spring is a perfect reminder that staying nourished doesn’t need to be complicated; it’s about creating an environment that encourages healthy eating without stress or pressure. And if you’re curious about ways seasonal foods can support your body in seasonal transitions, including common spring sensitivities, check out our guide on Support Seasonal Allergies Naturally for some simple, gut-friendly tips.
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Healthy Eating Made Simple with Spring Produce
As spring arrives, a vibrant array of fresh produce also emerges. This season invites a chance to refresh what’s on your plate with spring produce, colourful seasonal fruits, and seasonal vegetables that are naturally abundant and full of variety. Eating in sync with the seasons can make healthy eating feel more intuitive rather than forced. By leaning into what’s in season, you may support gut health by including a wider variety of fibres and plant-based foods without the need for strict rules or complicated plans. Why Eating Seasonal Produce Makes Healthy Eating Easier Choosing seasonal produce and learning to eat with the seasons does more than add colour to your plate. Fruits and vegetables that are in season are picked at the right time, giving them fuller flavours, better textures, and a natural vibrancy that can inspire your meals. Incorporating seasonal food into your everyday cooking is also a subtle way to explore variety. Swapping strawberries for stone fruit or asparagus for green beans encourages you to experiment with ingredients you might not usually try. Eating seasonally can also make meal planning simpler and shopping more intuitive. When your grocery list aligns with what’s naturally available, you’re more likely to enjoy what you eat and waste less. Even small choices, such as using seasonal vegetables in a stir-fry or incorporating seasonal fruits into a breakfast bowl, create a rhythm that makes mindful eating and healthy eating feel effortless. Spring Produce to Try This Season Strawberries: Juicy and vibrant, they’re naturally high in vitamin C, which plays a role in supporting immune function. Asparagus: Crisp and earthy, with fibre and folate, which support digestive health and cell function Spinach: Contains nutrients like iron and vitamin K, which support blood and bone health. Add them to salads, sautés, or smoothies to easily incorporate seasonal vegetables. Carrots: Naturally sweet and full of colour, they bring beta-carotene (a vitamin A helper) to your plate and a bit of crunch to your day. Fennel: Refreshing with a light aniseed flavour, fennel adds fibre, which supports digestive health. Broad Beans: Hearty and rich in plant-based protein, offering a satisfying addition to meals. Even simple choices like adding a handful of berries to your breakfast or roasting asparagus with a drizzle of olive oil can make healthy eating feel easy, creative, and rewarding. The Subtle Benefits of Eating with the Seasons Here’s the bonus: when you eat a mix of colourful foods, you may support gut health by including a wider variety of fibres and plant-based foods. A 2020 study in Current Developments in Nutrition found that individuals who consumed a more diverse range of fruits and vegetables tended to have a more diverse gut microbiome, which is associated with improved overall digestive health. While research is still evolving, it serves as a gentle reminder that variety may be beneficial for your plate and your body. You don’t have to be perfect with any of this. Some days it’s just about throwing together whatever’s in the fridge. On other days, you might feel inspired to try something new, like a rainbow slaw with fennel and carrots, or berries tossed into a coconut yoghurt cup for a sunny afternoon treat. Whatever it is, it just has to feel good. Think of it less like a diet and more like a seasonal nudge. A reminder to stay nourished, in a way that’s simple and satisfying. Eating seasonally means enjoying nature’s freshest offerings and choosing foods that feel right as the weather warms. Sometimes, even the way you set up your space may make a difference. Our piece Healthy Eating Starts in Your Kitchen explores how small shifts in how you arrange and display foods at home can support habits that feel easier and more nourishing. It’s a delicious, sustainable way to nourish yourself from the inside out.
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Cream or Jam First? A Delicious British Divide Worth Exploring
How do you use strawberry jam and raspberry jam on scones? Sometimes, the smallest rituals tell the biggest stories. The way we take our tea. How we prepare a scone. And in the case of a cream tea, the kind you’d enjoy in a sun-drenched garden or a centuries-old tearoom, the question is timeless: Do you put the jam or the cream on first? It turns out, your answer might say more about where you come from than you think. Devon or Cornwall: The Quiet Power of Tradition In Devon, the approach is unapologetically rich: a halved scone, a generous smear of clotted cream first, then a dollop of jam. Like buttering toast, but elevated. It’s a nod to the region’s dairy heritage, rolling pastures, heavy cream, and centuries of farmhouse abundance. Just over the border in Cornwall, things flip. Jam goes on first, followed by a spoonful of cream placed delicately on top. Here, the focus is on fruit. Cornwall’s history as a region of growers and jam makers plays out beautifully in each bite. Neither version is better. But both are deeply personal and deeply cultural. Today, many are turning to reduced-sugar or no-added-sugar jams, some made with frozen strawberries, chia seeds, or natural sweeteners, as a way to bring a lighter touch to old traditions. Brands like Natvia, known for low sugar friendly fruit spreads reflect a shift toward simple, more mindful ingredients, without straying too far from the comfort of a classic cream tea. A Quiet History in Every Bite The story traces back to the 11th century, when monks at Tavistock Abbey in Devon served bread with clotted cream and preserves. It was a meal designed to nourish, yes, but also to comfort. Over time, this became known as “cream tea,” and by the 19th century, it had evolved into a ritual beloved by everyone from farmers to the upper class. Each region developed its own version. Each one stuck. The result? A low-stakes culinary rivalry with real roots. The Royal Treatment Queen Elizabeth II reportedly favored the Cornish method of jam first, then cream, according to former royal chef Darren McGrady, who served in the royal kitchens from 1982 to 1993. He noted that at royal garden parties, the Queen always opted for homemade jam beneath clotted cream. However, another royal pastry chef, Chris Tombling, has said that scones at Buckingham Palace were served the Devon way, with cream first. This contradiction may reflect evolving preferences or simply that even in the palace, the debate is alive and well. Modern Trends: A Youthful Shift? A YouGov poll found that 62% of Britons prefer the jam-first (Cornish) method, while only 28% back the Devon approach. Interestingly, younger generations (under 30) are more likely to favor cream first, suggesting a generational shift in scone etiquette. Raspberry jam and strawberry jam a top picks for scone lovers around the world. Spreading a low-sugar raspberry jam or strawberry jam for kids and adults alike, it's a quiet reminder of how tradition can evolve, gently, without losing its essence. What It Says About You Regardless of whether you go cream-first or jam-first, the truth is: you’re participating in something much bigger than a tea break. You're connecting with a landscape, a legacy, and the quiet pleasure of eating something made with care. The cream tea is humble, yes, but it’s also ceremonial in its own way. It asks you to slow down. To choose. To savor. That’s a ritual worth preserving. Sources East End Taste – The Great Scone Debate The Spruce Eats – Cornish vs Devon Cream Tea Visit South Devon – The History of the Cream Tea Visit Dartmoor – History of the Devon Cream Tea Cornish Cream Teas – History of Cornish Cream Teas Cookist – The History Behind Cream Tea Independent – Queen's Preference: Jam First Hello! Magazine – Royal Chef Reveals Scone Order Yahoo Style UK – How We Should Eat Scones, According to the Royals The Telegraph – YouGov Poll: Cream vs Jam Debate Hampers.com – The Cream Tea Debate
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